Originally Posted by
oilman_15106
Helmet straps are a real challenge however.
Pour 3% hydrogen peroxide solution on them. They will start foaming right away as the peroxide denatures the proteins in the sweat residue and generates oxygen gas. The oxygen gas, being highly reactive, will assault any bacteria growing on the sweat residue and destroy them. Allow it to foam away for several minutes, then rinse with water and allow to dry.