The benefits of cycling—for your health, for your wallet, and for the environment—outweigh the risks of being on the road. The risk of injury associated with cycling is among the lowest of any form of transportation, significantly safer than automobiles. Nonetheless, like any other form of transportation, cycling does involve certain risks.
One of the most serious risks of bicycling is head injury from accidents. A bicycle helmet can reduce the risk of head injury from a fall, but it's important to make sure your helmet is the right size and fits correctly. The effectiveness of helmets is reduced when they don't properly cover your head, if they fit loosely, or if they're not fitted properly overall. Most cycle shops can help you choose a helmet and ensure it fits.
Helmets are especially important for children. Children's skulls have not yet become as rigid as adult's, which means that impacts can deform a child's skull much more significantly than that of an adult. This can lead to brain damage and permanent disfigurement. Outfitting your child with a properly fitted helmet can greatly reduce this risk.
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Your own safety should be your first priority. One way to ensure the safety of you and your bike is to use a sturdy bike lock to help prevent your bike from getting stolen, leaving you stranded and looking odd in your perfectly-fitted helmet. A & Js' Bike Locks carries locks of all kinds, and we are sure to have one for you. To learn more, contact us today at 708-460-2999.
