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Bell Ukon
by askmeanything Wear a helmet Sadly, the roads are busy and the risk to cyclists is great. That's why more and more people choose to protect themselves with a helmet. I do not wear mine all the time. My reason is churlish. I feel self-conscious in a helmet. I've tried many different makes and not one of them flatters the shape of my face. ... This is a poor reason not to protect my head every time I go out on my bike. I know it yet I still leave the helmet at home sometimes. This is a stupid decision. However, there is another reason, which doesn't involve vanity for opting out of the helmet wearing. The second influence is that, over time, I've noticed that drivers come nearer to me when I wear the helmet. It's like they see the helmet and decide they can close the gap. I was riding on the road, where the limited cycle path ends, when a driver deliberately edged up to me so that there was barely any air between my body and the metal of his car. I was forced into the gutter. As he drove away I saw that it was someone I knew. He later told me he wouldn't have driven so close if I hadn't been wearing a helmet. This, I am surmising, is the general opinion of drivers who do seem to behave worse when I wear a helmet. Could it be that wearing my helmet makes drivers take more risks around me? Am I more likely to have an accident because of wearing the helmet? On the other hand, if I am involved in an accident, the helmet might save my life. Hit my head without a helmet and I am more likely to have a severe head injury or die. The helmet can't prevent an accident but it can offer some protection. It feels like a catch twenty-two situation as the chance of an accident may be more likely. But I want to survive, I want you to survive, therefore, I cannot advocate not wearing a helmet. I do wish we could have cycle paths all over the UK as good as the ones I have been on in North Wales. The majority that I have tried are unfit for purpose and the roads are so dangerous now that I am becoming a reluctant cyclist all together. This product is a unisex helmet as it can be adjusted to fit. It comes down low on my forehead without impacting on my vision. I feel that this offers more protection. For the purpose of this review I am wearing this helmet as I type! Comfort This is well padded and feels quite cosy, warming in this cold but in summer it cools the head. Though when the air feels icy and bitter I would prefer to have no vents at all. The padding can be removed and washed but I've never tried that and it doesn't need it yet. Ventilation The helmet is ventilated with seventeen holes, and some at the back of the helmet. This is good as other helmets have more vent holes, and that means you will be losing some of the important padding in exchange for a slightly less sweaty head! Fitting It is best to go to a shop and try these on. You might not be surprised to learn that I bought mine online and took a risk in doing so because I didn't want the salesperson to see how bad I look in helmets. Having said that, I have ordered other makes, and sold them on because of vanity, unlike this respectable make, Bell, which doesn't look quite so ridiculous on me though it is hardly flattering. The helmet comes with clear instructions on how to make sure it is correctly fitted for your head. It was a bit of a pain to get the helmet right and I did ask someone to help me. You can adjust the helmet on the back so it is not too tight or too loose, to fit most head sizes. I don't think I have a particularly large head, so although it is designed for a universal fit, it is narrow, and so big heads look out! The design of the helmet allows for adjusting with one hand when cycling. I have tried this and I was a bit wibbly wobbly but it did prove possible. I prefer to do this off road. The two straps can be adjusted to fit around the face and just in front of the ears but is meant to be looser around the chin. It took me time to get used to this because of the fear the helmet would be insecure as a result but it always fits snugly, on my head, and I am no longer concerned about the helmet falling off. There are straps to be adjusted inside the helmet as well as under the chin and by the ears. However, I did find strap adjustment fiddly but haven't had to play with it since I first wore the helmet. It took me a long while to thread the straps through until they were just right and the helmet didn't move or feel loose when trying to move the helmet forward and back and side to side. Any part of the strap that is hanging loose must be tied up with a band as a safety precaution. The chin buckle doesn't always separate so easily, I can deal with that, unless, a handsome man is heading in my direction. That hasn't happened yet so the delay of unbuckling has not been too much of an issue just an irritant. Design The helmet is narrow and sleek in a design that curves inwards to fit smugly on the head. It has a visor to keep out the rain from your eyes. I would say that this works best against the lighter elements and not heavy downpours. It is ideal at keeping the sun out of my eyes on those rare days when the sun truly shines. This visor is detachable too. After around a year of on and off use it still looks like new. It doesn't make you look fabulous. I have to swallow my pride to be safe. It feels so lightweight it is only vanity that makes me conscious that I am wearing it. And now to the most important points: Safety A helmet sold in Europe must comply with strict safety standards. This is more of a budget-end helmet but, of course, in terms of safety, you are getting a helmet that meets the safety standards of high priced helmets. I met someone who told me they were wearing this helmet in an accident. The helmet had a serious dent. The cyclist's head didn't have so much as a scratch. Therefore, I really trust in this Bell helmet for protection. Bell does have a good reputation as a company. Remember if you are unfortunate to have an accident and land on the helmet always replace it with a new one even if it looks undamaged. The helmet might take the impact of the fall from your head but it may not be as effective a second time even if it appears to be in good shape. Price I paid about twenty pounds but this year they are half the price. This is amazing value for money. Seriously, you can spend over a hundred pounds for a helmet but why bother when this one will bring you the same level of safety as the helmets in the high and mid ranges? Riding away from the negatives: Whilst the negative about not looking stylish applies to this Bell helmet it has stood up well in design against other brands that I have tried and refused to wear at all. I also find the downside of adjusting the straps has always been an issue and until the mass market produces a better way to make sure a helmet always securely fits the individual, Bell is no worse than any other brand. In conclusion, if you are going to wear a helmet, this is the one to try first. I'm impressed despite my objections to helmets in general. Four stars for the Bell Ukon helmet. Read the complete review |
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Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet
by k2705 I recently decided to look into buying a bike seat for Jayden so that we could go out for bike rides, also my parents live in a village just a mile or so outside of the town we live in so I thought it would be nicer if we biked over to see them rather than getting in the car and driving all of the time, Jayden would get a bit of fresh ... air and I would get a bit extra exercise and there's plenty of cycle paths where we live. I was a little concerned that I would not be able to get a bike seat and helmet suitable for Jayden with him being so young, however after a trip to my local Halfords I was pleased to discover that they did bike seats and helmets designed for young babies providing they were able to hold their own heads up unaided. Obviously with the bike seat a helmet was a must have so we decided on the Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet, it was perfect for Jayden and just what we needed to keep him safe when out on my bike. Packaging The Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet comes in a bright red cardboard box, it has the Bell logo down each side of it and on the top of it, the front of the box is open so that you can see the helmet and also remove it from the box to feel the weight of it. One end of the box and the base of the box contains various bits of information about the helmet as well as warnings and safety advise, this is clearly set out and also repeated in different languages. The helmet does not come wrapped up in anything other than the outer box, the packaging really is quite simple and basic however it does tell you what you need to know. The Helmet The Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet is aimed at young children, however it looks just like a regular bike helmet. The main background of the helmet is a dark blue colour and going around the edge are racing cars of different colours including blue, green, yellow, red and white, each car has a racing driver in it, there is also a crowd in the background to give the impression of a race being watched, the car design is cute and would definitely appeal to young children. One the front of the helmet is a small white oval with the name Bell written inside in red writing. The helmet is made from a solid material which looks almost like polystyrene, it is covered with a plastic covering which is what the cars design is printed on, on the top of the helmet are various holes allowing the air to get through to your babies head, the two holes at the front are covered with a black mesh material, the others are just left open. The inside of the helmet is made from the plain black polystyrene type material and it has a foam pad on top of the helmet, going around the rim of the helmet on the inside is a black plastic mechanism, this allows you to alter the size of the helmet so that it fits your baby's head snugly, this consist of a plastic ring going around the outside of the helmet with a wider plastic bar and a dial on the back of the helmet, as you turn the dial it makes the ring around the outside of the helmet get either bigger or smaller adjusting the helmet size as it goes, all of the plastic which makes up the mechanism to adjust the helmet size is covered with a soft black material so that your baby's skin is protected and not made sore by the plastic as it moves about. The mechanism is actually held in place with velcro so you can remove it as your baby grows and the helmet can be worn without it. The Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet fasted with two straps which come from inside the helmet, they go around either side of your baby's face and fasten up with a clip just under their chin, they can also be altered to make them longer or shorter depending on your baby's age and size. Size The Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Helmet is designed for baby's and small children, it measures 48 - 53cm and is described as being extra small/ small. Safety Advise There is a small section of safety advise about the Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet on the back of the box this stated that * For the best protection the helmet must be fitted and attached properly to the wearers head * The helmet will give considerable protection however it cannot provide total protection from all foreseeable impacts * Exercise care and good judgement when you ride and comply with all traffic regulations to avoid accidents of any kind * The helmet should not be used when playing off of the bike * There is a hazard of strangulation when using the helmet on playgrounds or climbing trees * The helmet is designed to absorb the energy of one significant impact, if this happened then the helmet should be replaced or sent to the manufacturers for inspection * The helmet should be replaced every three years It is important to follow these instructions at all times when using the bike helmet in order to keep your baby safe. Warnings These appear on the bottom of the box and are very similar to the safety advise, they include * The helmet should not be used by children while climbing or other activities due to the risk of strangulation or hanging as the child can get trapped in the helmet * The helmet is intended for pedal cycles. skateboarders or roller skaters Price and Availability I purchased my Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Helmet from my local Halford's and it cost me £24.99. Personally I think that this is quite reasonable for this type of product and it is within keeping with other similar products. I do feel that this is well worth the money especially as it will keep Jayden safe when out on the bike, the product is of a high quality and finished to a high standard making me feel confident that it will do what it is supposed to do. My Opinion When it came to purchasing a bike helmet for Jayden I was a bit worried that it would be a bit too heavy for him, whilst he can hold his head up on his own and has been able to for a while now I thought the added weight of the bike helmet may be a bit too much for him for long periods of time, however when the sales assistant gave me the helmet to pick up I was very surprised at how light it was, there was no weight to it at all so it certainly wasn't going to effect Jayden's balance, we were informed that they are now made especially light weight for children and this helmet definitely was lightweight, however this did not compromise the safety of the helmet at all. Adjusting the helmet to the correct size for Jayden is very easy, all I had to do was twist the dial inside the helmet and it was instantly made smaller so it fitted him, I find that Jayden needs the helmet made to almost the smallest size so there is plenty of room for him to grow. I find it easy to put the helmet on Jayden and secure the straps without too much messing around. The design of the helmet is very cute as well as bright and colourful meaning it will appeal to children, this was very reasonably priced, although I didn't really mind what I paid as long as it keeps Jayden safe, however it was certainly worth the money. I can confidently take Jayden out on my bike now and know that he is well protected, the helmet does not affect his balance on the bike at all and he also looks extremely cute in his bike helmet, so far it has been a success and he seems to enjoy going out on the bike, although he seems more fascinated with watching the ground go by rather than looking around him. I would certainly recommend the Bell Jumpstart Blue Cars Bike Helmet to anyone thinking of taking their baby or child out on a bike, it is of a high quality and will certainly protect your little one while out and about. Read the complete review |
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Bell Sweep
by QuinDogg When it comes to safety, the head is the most important body part to protect, this is the reason why you need to look for a helmet from a brand with a vast experience, and good reputation, but still with a design which meets your aerodynamical requirements so that you never lose to your adversaries. The Bell sweep is a really ... good choice when it comes to the aforementioned matters, and it is perfect if you do not want to get a, rather common and boring, giro helmet that every one has. I cannot decide what is the best feature of this helmet, whether its cool and aerodynamical design, or how comfortable and light it is. My head is rather small, so it means I need a helmet that fits perfectly to make me feel safe and protected. This Sweep precisely gives me what I want in this respect, and what is great is that I do not look like a mushroom like I used to, wearing the previous helmets I owned. I have the Blue one with some white bits which matches almost with every biking jersey I have and of course with my blue bike. So it pretty much looks like I belong to one of those cool Tour de France teams. Something I love about the design is the fitting technology that Bell has, unlike the giros, which use the roc-loc system that starts coming apart after a year of normal use. On the bell, I have not seen any deterioration, always fitting perfectly when you make it tighter so it does not move like a Mexican sombrero around your neck. It has received some impacts due to minor crashes I have had and I can barely see any scratches on it. And of course I have been always very well protected by it, absorbing most of the energy when it touches the ground, keeping my skull safe and my brain free of concussions. It is indeed an outstanding helmet and I am sure you will love it once you start using it. Read the complete review |
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