I'm 23. As the helmet was designed for kids,isn't there any risk, safety wise, to just use a large kid size for an adult ? Same "crash" resistance ?
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I think the safety rating is the same, it's just sized smaller. A large youth size might not fit you, so check the fit/sizing info to be sure.
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Well if you trust putting it on a child's head, I would assume it's just as safe for an adult as it would I child. Yes the "crash resistance" is the same. Just because you put it on your head or a five year olds head it's still the same helmet.
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They have both kids and adult sizes. If the item does not specify a kids helmet it should be adult. They do, however, run small.
794367
This is more of a kids helmet I think. But I'm not 100% sure. I think the large would be a bit tight.
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For anyone whose head fits in the measurement ranges provided. I had a bike store recommend this helmet for a child, but I think this style runs large. Children have much bigger heads proportionally than adults, but I think the helmet depth is better suited for adults. It just depends on what fits, circumference-wise.
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Don't get the helmet. It is just too damn big. I still use it. I feel safe with it. I am too cheap to splurge on a new one yet but it is dorky bigggggg. i am not sure about the size and I am too lazy right now to check for you. Good luck. If you do get it, it is a decent helmet.
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No. While the Razor Youth V-17 works great for my 7 year old ( using the larger pads included ), it is way too big for a 3 year old with a 20in head ( my other child fits this very description ). There are other options - Giro, Lazer Max that have excellent helmets for that age group&head size. You want a helmet that would fit and protect your child the best now, and not sometime in the future.
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I got it for my 4 year old and it fits great. It comes with extra inside padding, so you can add/remove the padding of the helmet for the best fit.
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The one I purchased fits a child's head size large. However, I have seen the same model on adults at the skateparks. Comfortwise, my son says this model is much cooler since it does not have a styrofoam liner like most do. I would say find the size you need, it will be worth your while.
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i don't know if it would fit a 5 year old kid. Most small adult helmets will fit if tightened up and they can grow into it. Unless the kid has a melon head. in that case, it could be too small. lol
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I've never crashed, however I did have an incident where I needed to break hard suddenly. My little boy's head hit the pedestal piece that's mounted. He was wearing a helmet though and ended up being fine. Be very cautious as you ride, and you need to be a good bike rider.
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it fits fine. there is no such thing as a normal adult. i'm an adult, i own several types of adult bike helmets and i've never had an issue with fit.
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Hello. I am sorry to say that the helmet probably won't fit. I am a petite mom measuring a 56cm diameter head and the helmet is very snug on me. Please keep in mind that this is a youth replica helmet and not to be used for sporting purposes but rather room decoration.
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A different product, called Fraction, is made specifically for children. Whichever version you get, be sure to measure yours or your child's head with a string or a measuring tape and respect the sizing guidelines on the manufacturer's Web site. Pads of various thicknesses are included for comfort, but padding will not make a helmet safe and effective if the helmet's size is wrong.
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Most of the differences are side impact and the harness. The areas around the head are substantially thicker and it gave us more peace of mind if God-forbid we were involved in a wreck. Is it really necessarily safer? I don't know.
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The best thing to do is to go into an actual store and try on the helmet to figure out what size fits you best...then order it at a better price from Amazon! Watch a youtube video on helmet safety and proper fit!
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I measure 23 1/2. The "large" that I have been using is "snug". I would suggest that you need an X-lg. The padding in this one leaves creases in my skin, but is ok. I highly recommend this helmet because of the quality and extra protective coverage on sides and back. How often would a rider land on top of their head. I've taken a few dives and if my head did hit the ground, it was on the side not on very top.
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I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just go to http://saferide4kids.com/product/ridesafer-travel-vest-v2/ I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just... » Read More I've had over 15 kids now use the Ride Safer version 2 Size Large between ages 8-12. For most averaged sized children under age: 8 I would recommend the size small. However age is not so much a factor but rather the weight and size of each child. I've had some larger 9 year old's that have outgrown the size large where as I've had other 12 year old's that still fit in it just fine. I would say that the weight recommendations for the vest set by the manufacturer are pretty accurate: Size Small for children at least 3 years & 30-60 lbs and Size Large for children 50-80 lbs. For more info just go to http://saferide4kids.com/product/ridesafer-travel-vest-v2/ « Show Less