Published on May 15, 2023
May is National Bicycle Safety Month and we want to remind you that bike helmets save lives and prevent injuries. The use of a bike helmet is the single most effective way to prevent head and brain injuries. Here are some statistics from the CDC that will encourage you to use your helmet on a regular basis: • Helmets reduce serious head injuries by 60% • They reduce traumatic brain injury by 53% • They reduce the number of cyclists killed or seriously injured by 34% In addition to wearing a helmet for every ride, make sure you have a good fit. Follow these guidelines to ensure you are wearing your helmet correctly: • When strapped, you should not be able to move it side to side • The edge of your helmet should be 1-2 finger widths above your eyebrows • You should only be able to fit one finger between the strap and your chin and it should feel tight when you yawn