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01-20-12 | 12:18 PM

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redeyedtreefr0g

Mrs. Hop-along

Joined: Oct 2009

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From: Seville, FL

Bikes: Ladies Schwinn Super Sport and Gateway

Not sure how small "small" is. When looking for a helmet I found that starting with my head measurement was best, and trying them on next best. I have a head shape that is decidedly oval-shaped, not round, which is why I have to try them on. I might be able to find a 20.75 inch helmet easy, but if it's that circumference in a perfect circle, the thing won't fit me front to back. Likewise, a lot of helmets wobble side to side on me.

Kids sizes are great. If you see a Bell helmet with the True-Fit stretchy back section- Don't get it. Those things stretch out permanently in no time and then of course it doesn't fit anymore.

To be honest, your perception of yourself with a helmet on is a TON more dorky than what other people think of you. I personally love the look of skate helmets on everyone else- yet I worry that mine makes me look funny anyway. I can't help it. So I'd say get the helmet that fits and don't worry about it

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