A properly fitted helmet is one of the best and easiest ways to reduce the chance of brain injury or death in the event of a collision. Universal helmet use could prevent a majority of head and brain injuries. Even a low-speed crash can do major damage to your brain.
Unfortunately, less than half of adults and children always wear their helmets, but three-quarters of bicyclist fatalities involve head injuries. Under California law, everyone under age 18 must wear a helmet while cycling.
Don’t be a statistic. Be safe and invest in a helmet that fits properly and meets the standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or the SNELL Standards for Protective Headgear.