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Styles of Bike Helmets
Not all helmets are created equal. At VMAXET, we carry a variety of helmet styles to meet the needs of riders from the committed commuter to the downhill enthusiast. Road/commuter bike helmets tend to be lightweight and aerodynamic, and feature larger vents that provide cooling for long distance rides and hill climbs. Mountain bike helmets tend to feature additional protection for off-road use, especially in the back-of-head area where they’re engineered to provide protection from a backward or sideways fall. These helmets may feature thicker chin-straps and often include visors, lending protection from the elements (plus they look rad).
Are you an avid trail rider who wants to dabble in the peloton? Your mountain bike helmet can often double as protection on a road ride. At the same time, if you’re an avid roadie who wants to hop on the trails, it’s a good idea to opt for a burlier mountain bike style helmet with protection where it matters most.
Half Shell Bike Helmets
Half shell helmets are by far the most prevelant helmet style on the market today. Half shell helmets come in a range of options in terms of coverage and design – from minimalist, lightweight models with lots of venting, to burly offerings with ample coverage for off-road exploration. Roadies and commuters are likely to prefer half shell helmets with added ventilation and less coverage in the back-of -head area, while mountain bikers will gravitate toward half shell “plus” styles with bonus protection in the back-of-head, temple, ear, and/or jaw areas for extra protection on the trail.
Full Face Bike Helmets
Full face helmets offer the most complete protection on the market today. Consisting of a solid one-piece shell plus a full jaw guard, full face helmets offer ample protection but typically sacrifice on weight and comfort. Full face helmets are most commonly worn by downhill mountain bikers who go big and fast with the chance of falling hard.
