Helmet Shape & Weight | JPCycles.com

Understanding the SHAPE and WEIGHT of your helmet can help maximize your enjoyment and safety on two-wheels. Helmets typically fall into three head shape categories - Intermediate, Long Oval and Round. You will know what head shape fits you best when you identify the style that fits snugly without points of increased pressure (hot spots), or areas with no contact between the helmet liner and your head. In addition to helmet shape, helmet weight is a fundamentally important consideration depending on how and where you are riding. You can find some texture on these fitment elements below:

Round Helmet Shape

The least common head shape
More spherical than their more oval counterparts
Riders with round head shapes are likely to feel “hot-spots” at the temple along with extra space at the forehead when wearing intermediate or long oval helmets

Intermediate Helmet Shape

The most common head shape
Slightly thinner than it is long
Most helmets made for the North American market follow this shape
Often referred to as an Intermediate Oval

Long Oval Helmet Shape

Less common head shape
Designed for riders whose head is substantially thinner than it is long
Riders with this head shape tend to feel “hot-spots” along the forehead and some extra space at the temple when wearing intermediate or round helmets

Helmet Weight

Full Face Helmet weights generally run between 3 - 4+ lbs
Full Face Helmets between 3 and 3.75lb are considered to be on the lighter end of the spectrum
Reduced helmet weight cuts down on rider neck fatigue
Advanced design techniques shave ounces while adhering to stringent safety standards
Lighter helmets tend to be more expensive due to the use of premium materials
Weights listed on JPCycles.com are based on Large helmets with all liners included

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