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Vakulum t1_j9omhyn wrote

Reply to comment by Mental_Cut8290 in ELI5: Why do people wear different types of helmets when skiing and bicycling? by LucasUnited

Second that. Always get the urge to roll my eyes a little when parents buy kids skateboard helmets for use on a bike because they "look cooler".

It's 100% better than no helmet but it is not designed for optional protection in most bike accident patterns

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brownlawn t1_j9ovt7f wrote

With kids it’s almost always about look. Helmet with a Mohawk is better than fighting the kids for an hour to wear an aero roadbike helmet. Both protect their heads.

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Santasbodyguar t1_j9qrjgz wrote

The Mohawk might provide a lot of cushion actually ( if they land upside down that is )

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eeeeemil t1_j9t6xc3 wrote

Certification requirments are the same. Looks and ventilation is only difference.

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