| Five - Step Helmet Fit Test | |||||
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| Step | Problem | Solution | |||
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1.
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With one hand, gently lift the front of the helmet up and back. |
Helmet moves back
to uncover the forehead. |
Tighten front strap to junction. Also, adjust padding thickness and/or position, especially in back. Make sure chin strap is snug. If this doesn't work, the helmet may be too big. | ||
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2.
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With one hand, gently lift the back of the helmet up and forward. |
Helmet moves forward to cover the eyes.
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Tighten back strap. Make sure chin strap is snug. Also, adjust padding thickness and/or position, especially in front. | ||
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3.
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Put a hand on each side of the helmet and rock from side to side. Shake your head “no” as hard as possible. |
Helmet slips from
side to side. |
Check padding on sides and make sure straps are evenly adjusted. | ||
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4.
|
Open your mouth (lower jaw) as wide as
possible, without moving your head. The top of your helmet should pull down. |
Helmet does not
pull down when opening your mouth. |
Tighten chin strap. Make sure the front and back strap junction is under each ear. | ||
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5.
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Check to see if the front edge of helmet covers your forehead. The front edge of the helmet should not be more than 1 to 2 finger-widths from your eyebrows. |
Helmet does not
cover the forehead. |
Position helmet no more than 1 to 2 finger-widths above eyebrows. Tighten any loose straps. Make adjustments so the helmet stays over the forehead. | ||
| Have someone else test your helmet fit by doing the 5-Step Test outlined above. Hold your head still during the test. Your helmet should pass each of the 5 steps. | |||||
