What Are the Safety Standards for the Giro Full-Face Mountain Bike Helmet?

What Are the Safety Standards for the Giro Full-Face Mountain Bike Helmet?
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The Giro company specializes in helmets used for mountain biking and snowboarding. The extended chin bar of the full-face helmet provides increased protection for your jaws and teeth. According to the Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute, the Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standard is required for helmets manufactured in the United States. The full-face Giro helmet has passed the numerous safety tests of the CPSC.

Certification

When shopping for a Giro full-face helmet, examine the inner lining of the helmet for a certification by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Remedy is a signature model of full-face helmet from Giro designed for free riding and downhill mountain biking. According to Vital Mountain Biking, the Remedy helmet from Giro has been tested and approved by the CPSC. The CPSC tested the Remedy model to ensure it doesn't block peripheral vision during high-speed maneuvers.

Outer Shell

The outer shell of the Giro full-face helmet features a lightweight yet durable outer shell. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the full-face bike helmet must have the ability to significantly reduce the impact on the rider's head during a full-speed crash. To provide maximum protection during slideouts and collisions, Giro equips its full-face helmets with a carbon fiber or fiberglass outer shell. While many riders prefer the carbon fiber shell due to its lightweight construction, the fiberglass helmet costs less and offers adequate protection.

Inner Liner

The inner liner functions as a protective barrier between your head and the rigid outer shell of the full-face helmet. According to Giro, the Remedy CF full-face helmet features an inner lining made from high-density EPS foam. After a hot day on the trails, remove the inner lining and clean it with soap and water. The chin bar of the Giro Remedy CF full-face helmet is lined with EVA foam for increased comfort and protection.

Proper Fit

The full-face MTB helmet should mold to the unique dimensions of your head. Giro equips its full-face helmets with a few technical features to guarantee a custom fit. Many full-face helmets require you to remove the internal pads to adjust the fit. The full-face helmets from Giro feature an adjustable-fit system. Simply rotate the small wheel on the back of the helmet to increase or decrease the tension around your head.

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Article reviewed by Jay Lawrence Last updated on: May 26, 2011

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