Comments on: Bicycle Helmets for Infants through Kids

By: Melissa Kresser

Melissa Kresser — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 20:45:31 +0000

In reply to Susan.

Hi Susan! Thank you for bringing this to our attention – we will definitely add information about CPSC certification. All of the helmets we recommend are CPSC certified. In fact, all bicycle helmets manufactured after 1999 must meet the US CPSC bicycle helmet standard. Here’s more detailed information from CPSC: https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/sports-fitness-and-recreation-bicycles/which-helmet-which-activity

By: Susan

Susan — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 20:33:16 +0000

Pity that nowhere within your article recommendations do you mention safety certification and/or ratings, i.e. CPSC, ASTM, etc., essential considerations for selection and ranking.

By: Sarah M

Sarah M — Mon, 28 May 2018 11:21:43 +0000

Giro scamp is NOT true to size. I bought for my daughter based on dr visit measurements a week before order. It would not even fit on her head. We just went to target and bought schwin infant 1-3 age adjustable!

By: Jeremy

Jeremy — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 21:36:54 +0000

Just commenting on Nutcase – little Nutty helmets that someone asked about earlier. Both of my boys used them – the best part of them is the magnetic buckles and of course the cool designs.

By: Melissa Kresser

Melissa Kresser — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 20:08:54 +0000

In reply to Randy E.. Hi Randy! Looks like Giro no longer makes that helmet :( However, you might still be able to find it on discount! The next closest looking helmet they make is the Scamp. Just make sure to get the right size for your older.

By: Randy E.

Randy E. — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 05:32:06 +0000

Thank you so much for the great informative site. I bought a Giro Me2 2 years ago for our now almost 4 year-old.

It still seems to fit, but he will outgrow it soon so I am thinking of getting him a new one and possibly using this for our 15 month-old. However, I don’t see the Me2 on your chart. Is it not a recommended helmet?

By: Melissa Kresser

Melissa Kresser — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 14:08:41 +0000

In reply to Bethany House. Hi Bethany! Go with your gut, better safe than sorry :) Although, depending on what state you live in, the law maybe different. Check out this report for more details.

By: Bethany House

Bethany House — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 16:18:18 +0000

If I’ve got my kid in a trailer, rather than a front-mounted seat, does he still need a helmet? My gut says yes.

By: Hayley

Hayley — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 05:09:39 +0000

We recently purchased the Joovy Noodle helmet for our 21 mo son, and he doesn’t seem to fuss with it. I like the ease of use, and that it will grow with him. I also appreciate the simplicity of its design and that they come without any over the top patterns — just solid color (nice if you want to leave it as is, or great as a blank canvas to adhere stickers to).

By: Melissa

Melissa — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 15:30:49 +0000

Check out Nutcase helmets. I have no relation to the company. We’ve been using the baby nutty from 12 mths to present (2.8 years) and will soon transition to the little nutty. They are low profile and come in a lot of cool patterns/designs.