PROPER HELMET FITTING
It’s important to always wear your helmet everytime you ride. To prevent added injury or
mishaps, check your
cyclekids salute*
! This will ensure the helmet has been fitted properly
for your noggin.
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&
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SAFETY
CYCLEKIDS LIFE MANUAL
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CYCLEKIDS SALUTE
2 - 3 fingers above
the bridge of your nose
Your helmet should sit flat on your head.
Make sure it’s level and not tilted in any way.
BEFORE YOU RIDE..
IF YOUR HELMET LEANS FORWARD
IF YOUR HELMET LEANS BACKWARD
If you adjust the strap with the buckle first,
it’ll make an easier helmet fit.
Does your helmet have pads?
Adjust them within your helmet, so they
touch your head comfortably, all the way around.
Double check your cyclekids salute!
The helmet should sit right above your eyebrows.
Each strap should form a “Y” on both sides.
Make sure the helmet sits right above your eyebrows.
adjust the straps behind
your ears.
tighten the straps in front
of your ears.
Always buckle your chin straps when riding.
It should be buckled securely at your throat, helmet
snug on each side, and does not slide in any direction.
Test your fit by opening your mouth.
Your helmet should hug your head and the buckle
should feel secure under your chin.
1
1
TIP
ADJUSTMENTS
OR
CYCLEKIDS LIFE MANUAL
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1
THE RIGHT HELMET SHOULD:
BE COMFORTABLE
BE LIGHTWEIGHT
HAVE GOOD VENTILATION
COVER THE FOREHEAD
BE SECURELY FASTENED
ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET
A properly fitting, CPSC
approved, bicycle helmet should
be worn at all times when riding
your bicycle.
