New bike helmet

[vickster]

Aren’t there several different standards? SNELL, CSPC (or similar?)

 

[gcogger]

Apologies if it's already been mentioned, but there is some independent helmet testing here:
https://www.helmet.beam.vt.edu/bicycle-helmet-ratings.html

I have no way of knowing how reliable it is, but I guess it provides another data point.

 

[simongt]

Go to your LBS and try a few on.

Best, dare I say to try your local Halfords as they will invariably have a wideish selction of makes & colours to choose from. Although many bash hats now have a 'click-to-fit' system, the actual fit wil depend on; the shape of your head / the internal design of the bash hat. My own thoughts on a fitted rear light are to invest in an attachable one as they are easily removed for dag change and repalcement when they eventually pack up - !
Important to consider that when the hat is on youre head correctly adjusted and strapped, there should be virtually no movement back-to-front or side-to-side. If it moves then, it'll certainly move if you have a fall. Not advisable - !

 

[BoldonLad]

Apologies if it's already been mentioned, but there is some independent helmet testing here:
https://www.helmet.beam.vt.edu/bicycle-helmet-ratings.html

I have no way of knowing how reliable it is, but I guess it provides another data point.

And, although I have just skimmed through the list, it would appear the price for 5 star items varies widely ie 50USD - 250USD.