Hi all!
Someone recently told me that if a bike helmet is worn on a regular basis, it starts to lose its impact protection. The deterioration begins when sweat and the elements (eg. rain) begin to be absorbed by the protective layers of the helmet. Because of this, a bike helmet should be replaced every year (if it is used on a regular basis). Can anyone tell me if this is true. I find it hard to justify spending $100+ on a helmet if I am just going to have to replace it in 12 months.
Are there certain materials in a helmet that are more likely to break down due to sweat and rain?
Any insight you could provide would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks and happy riding!
Someone recently told me that if a bike helmet is worn on a regular basis, it starts to lose its impact protection. The deterioration begins when sweat and the elements (eg. rain) begin to be absorbed by the protective layers of the helmet. Because of this, a bike helmet should be replaced every year (if it is used on a regular basis). Can anyone tell me if this is true. I find it hard to justify spending $100+ on a helmet if I am just going to have to replace it in 12 months.
Are there certain materials in a helmet that are more likely to break down due to sweat and rain?
Any insight you could provide would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks and happy riding!