, as in other disciplines, do not have an unlimited duration, but lose properties in terms of safety with the passage of time and their use. On the
trial bike
it is relatively easy to hit the helmet, as it is a very technical discipline and small falls are the order of the day.
The fact that there are no external damages does not mean that the helmet has lost properties after an impact, so it is interesting to disassemble it periodically and visually evaluate the state of its interior.
TRIAL HELMET PARTS
– Helmet shell: this is the outer part, the hardest and responsible for receiving the first impact after a fall. It is usually made of thermoplastic resin or materials such as fiberglass or carbon. In the event of an impact, it could crack or puncture, indicating the immediate need to replace the helmet. If this does not happen, and taking into account that the rest of the elements are also healthy, the useful life of the helmet will be extended to 5 or 7 years.
-Filling: it is the white cork layer whose function is to cushion the blow between the shell and our head, so it is decisive for protection in the event of a strong fall, since the energy produced in the impact is dissipated through this filling so that our head receives the least possible damage. This padding is deformable if the fall is very strong, something that also helps to cushion the impact.
– Interior padding: this is a very obvious symptom of the condition of the helmet, although the evolution of the products, allowing this part to be removable and washable, has allowed the life and comfort of the helmet to be extended. In the past, when this part was not removable, in two or three years the hull already had a deteriorated appearance, even with some part detached.
– Visor: in the specific case of offroad helmets we will find a visor, easily removable and very useful for a more comfortable riding.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHANGE MY TRIAL HELMET?
Assessing all the above aspects, the conclusion is that the useful life of a helmet can be extended to seven years at most, but the optimal, for relatively intensive use, would be to consider changing it in a period between three and five years.
The market offers us different material alternatives, the most frequent being the
fiberglass hull or the carbon fiber hull
. This range of helmets weighs approximately one kilo and, in some models, it is possible to equip it with a retractable visor, as is the case of the
Hebo Zone 5 helmet
.
Another interesting solution in terms of safety is lighting. Hebo has patented the ”
lights for life” system
, which allows a position light to be integrated into the back of the helmet, with the additional possibility of connecting it to the bike’s brake light .
HOW DO YOU WASH A TRIAL HELMET?
Removing the inner padding is very simple. Once removed, this part can be put directly into the dishwasher without any problems. In the case of the shell, we can clean it with a little soap and water, avoiding flammable or corrosive elements at all times, as they could leak into the interior and reduce the protective properties of the filling.
OFFERS ON TRIAL HELMETS
Exist Trial Shops where you can find an Outlet section with Cheap Trial Helmets & Trial Helmets on Sale, which is especially interesting if you’re looking for a high-end product at a good price, whether it’s from a previous collection or it’s going to be renewed soon.
TRIAL HELMET MANUFACTURERS
The list of Trial helmet manufacturers is extensive, although the most popular are: Airoh, Arai, Shoei, Hebo, Mots and Nau.
> Hebo Helmets
> Mots Helmets
> Jitsie Helmets
> Comas Trial Helmets
The prices of a trial helmet can be between €80 and €300, depending on the brand, the manufacturing compounds and the aesthetic scope.
