1. Don't stick the helmet on the rearview mirror

It is a common habit among cyclists to stick the helmet on the rearview mirror, but it will do great harm to the interior of the helmet. The convex part of the rear-view mirror will continuously press the helmet lining, especially for the full helmet. If it is operated for a long time, the lining at the bottom of the helmet may be "torn" in less than a year.

2. Don't put gloves in the helmet

Everyone likes to put gloves in their helmets, which is like a natural ceremony when wearing gloves. However, we do not recommend that this procedure be used inside the helmet. You should know that gloves are dirty, not only leaving sweat stains, but also breeding a lot of bacteria. It is not wise to mix "sweating" inside the helmet; The helmet will absorb those disgusting smells. After repeated this several times, your good helmet is "hopeless".

3. Don't wear helmets on your hands

After getting out of the car, many people like to put the helmet on their arms. It's really convenient, but it will damage the inside of the helmet. Try to get rid of this habit, because every time you do this, the helmet will become larger; after a long time, you can pull the M into XL. Now you know why your helmet is getting bigger and bigger.

4. Don't carry the helmet through the mask

It seems strange to hold the helmet like this, but if you think about it, have you had at least one similar experience. This damage to the helmet lens is great. As a result, when you pass through the bumpy road quickly, the mirror in the opened state may loosen; Why bring yourself security risks.

5. Don't seal the helmet right away

It's right to cherish the helmet, but don't "seal up" it as soon as you use it. Especially after a long ride, you must open the helmet mirror to let it more contact with the convection air; putting it into the helmet bag or box too early is not a protection for it. What you need to do is to ensure that the lining has enough time to dry; otherwise, it will become very smelly and unbearable.

6. Don't believe in helmet cleaner

Most helmets have detachable liners and pads for easy cleaning. The helmet manufacturer also recommends that you clean them from time to time. The simple way to clean them is to use helmet spray to sterilize, disinfect and keep the fresh taste, but these only make the surface clean, and the real dirt is still inside. Therefore, helmet spray is not omnipotent. If necessary, it should be washed gently.

7. Do not use paper towels to clean the mirror

New helmets are usually scratch resistant, but that doesn't mean they won't wear out; If the cleaning is not handled properly, scratches will appear soon. Try not to use wet paper towels or tissues, as these will cause micro scratches and eventually degrade the mirror. The effect will be better if clean microfiber cloth is used together with cleaning solution.

The above 7 points are the mistakes that many riders are prone to make. It seems harmless, but the damage to the helmet is often irreversible. It is the right way to change a little, make the helmet have a longer shelf life, and let it "stand up" at the critical moment.