New Bike Helmets…

22 November, 2010

New bicycle helmet standard.
All cycling helmets sold after 13 December 2010 must meet the new standard, known as AS/NZS 2063:2008 ‘Bicycle Helmets’. The new standard is designed to improve the safety of helmets in three ways:

  • (1) using a softer polystyrene in the shell providing more cushioning for the brain;
  • (2) having straps that will stretch sufficiently in an accident to allow the helmet to come off a rider’s head, after absorbing the initial impact; and
  • (3) ensuring that sun visors do not twist the head excessively when they hit the road.

    • More information here.

    Keep an eye out for run-out stock just before 13th, as the current helmets would only be legal if you bought them before the 13th December!

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