When is a helmet not necessary?

[Slot Machine]

When I put a helmet on my kid, he's like:



We both think helmets are cool. But my kid's helmet weighs 310 grams. My helmet weighs 330 grams. He weighs 35 lbs. I weigh 170 lbs. Uh, why would that pose a problem?

Errr... I mean...

Helmets help everyone, always, including these dudes:

[accadacca]

I frequently ride motorcycles and it's become a habit to wear a helmet. I feel naked and vulnerable without it. Even when I run to the car wash, just down the street. They say most accidents happen close to home. I have the best helmet, jacket, pants, boots and gloves that money can buy. If they are at home when I get into an accident, then they don't do me much good.

I follow the ATGATT (All The Gear All The Time) mantra.

[jon.moab]

Interesting debate. As for bike helmets Bob, spend a few extra and get a decent helmet for your son. I view it like a seat belt, a great insurance policy if I am in an accident. Do I risk not wearing one, nope. Do I allow my kids to risk chance while on their bike, nope. I couldn't live with myself if something were to happen to them....

Your son, your call.....

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[Slot Machine]

Interesting debate. As for bike helmets Bob, spend a few extra and get a decent helmet for your son. I view it like a seat belt, a great insurance policy if I am in an accident. Do I risk not wearing one, nope. Do I allow my kids to risk chance while on their bike, nope. I couldn't live with myself if something were to happen to them....

Your son, your call.....

@jon.moab

I'm totally down with buying a better helmet (money is not an issue). Problem is, I can't find anything under 250 grams. Can you recommend something significantly better (and lighter)? We are talking a tiny tiny kid.

Please keep in mind that what works for a 50lb+ kid is not really relavant. 50lbs is 42% more than my kids weight, a significant size and strength advantage.

Thanks.

[hank moon]

http://www.petzl.com/en/Sport/Helmet...T#.VibCIGSrTpQ

http://www.petzl.com/en/Sport/Helmet...T#.VibCQWSrTpQ

maybe worth a try-on at the local shop? The orange one is hideously light

[Slot Machine]

http://www.petzl.com/en/Sport/Helmet...T#.VibCIGSrTpQ

http://www.petzl.com/en/Sport/Helmet...T#.VibCQWSrTpQ

maybe worth a try-on at the local shop? The orange one is hideously light

Perfect! THANK YOU @hank moon !

The top one looks awesome. 150 grams??? Impossible to say no. I just ordered one for John.

I'll post how it works out, in a week or so.

[hank moon]

Perfect! THANK YOU @hank moon !

The top one looks awesome. 150 grams??? Impossible to say no. I just ordered one for John.

I'll post how it works out in a week or so.

He'll probably dig playing with the magnetic chinstrap buckle :)

[hank moon]

Perfect! THANK YOU @hank moon !

The top one looks awesome. 150 grams??? Impossible to say no. I just ordered one for John.

I'll post how it works out, in a week or so.

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[Slot Machine]

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That ultralight helmet has helped a ton. John loves it.

It is so light and comfortable that he chooses to wear it at the climbing gym even though he knows it is not required. He also wears it when he rides his bike and while skiing.
So, thank you Hank for the great recommendation!





-Bob

[hank moon]

That ultralight helmet has helped a ton. John loves it.

Glad it's working out, and...nice Kung Fu stances on John!