Virtually all mountain bikers agree that the most dangerous injuries that they could sustain are those that are inflicted on the head. Heads tend to bleed a lot because plenty of blood is sent to the brain for energy while its skin covering is rather thin. This is the reason why I practically forced my boy to wear one when I was teaching him the basics of the sport. Eleven-year-olds can sometimes be pig-headed when it comes to their safety. They think nothing wrong can happen to them. Anyway, I’m glad I insisted. He actually went into a spill on a downhill turn and hit his helmet on a stone. It broke the helmet but his head was safe. From then on, I never had to tell him to wear protective gear.
If your child refuses to wear a helmet, insist on it. He or she might be encouraged, though, if you buy him a stylish and comfortable headgear with sleek curves and lines. The Razor V-17 Youth Bike Helmet is a gear that kids may like. Your son would probably like the glossy black or matte black version while your daughter might opt for pink.
The V-17 is actually a multi-sport helmet that can be used when, in addition to mountain biking, skating, or perhaps tree climbing. Ergonomic padding lines the inside of the helmet making it feel soft on the head. To keep the head cool even when furiously pedaling on steep climbs, there are 17 vents distributed over the top and sides allowing air to flow in. Fastening and adjusting the helmet is facilitated with side release buckles.
The Razor V-17 Youth Bike Helmet fits heads sized from 21.5 to 23 inches.
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