how true to size measurements does this helmet run? i measured a 23 inch circ, which puts me at a size large. but i can't even wear adult sized eye glasses (they are too big) so i am hesitatnt to believe that how true to size measurements does this helmet run? i measured a 23 inch circ, which puts me at a size large. but i can't even wear adult sized eye glasses (they are too big) so i am hesitatnt... » Read More how true to size measurements does this helmet run? i measured a 23 inch circ, which puts me at a size large. but i can't even wear adult sized eye glasses (they are too big) so i am hesitatnt to believe that « Show Less
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True to measurement chart follow. Don't want helmet loose or to tight lots of inner padding.
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According to my girlfriend, it was a lil big on her, so I'd go one size down. If it doesn't fit you can always return and get another one.
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My son's head circumference is 20.5". I bought a size small and have it laced in the back all the way closed. This fits well on him and allows for growth. From USABarnettSports website (where I got sizing info. originally): Large 23.5" Medium 22.5" Small 21.5" X-Small 20.5" I interpreted the sizing to suggest that it was the largest head that would fit, and so I went up to the small (21.5") instead of the x-small (20.5").
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I went by the head measurement chart and ordered my 6 year old a youth large. He was right at the top of the medium range. The helmet fits good but he does have room to grow. My 8 year old is in an adult small and it is tight.
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I just called Bell customer service to ask the same question. My daughter is 3-1/2 and her head measures 19.5 inches. They said that this helmet is the right size for her. They measure in centimeters and said this helmet fit the range of 47cm to 52cm (about 18"-20"). Hope that helps!
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I used the chart and found the helmet was too small. I have a head that measures 22.5 inches and found the XL to be the right size for me.
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If your running on the higher size of the fit go with the next size up the helmet runs on the smaller side, that's what I did and its a good fit. Hope this helps.
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Measure the child's head and use the chart listed - my 5 yr old son measured as a large so I contacted the company to ask and they said it sounded big but just trust the chart. I did and his large helmet was a perfect fit! Snug but not uncomfortable.
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This link should take you to a sizing chart:http://www.doversaddlery.com/images/art/helmetchart.jpg
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They run the same size as a normal helmet. I suggest going to a local motorcycle shop and trying on a few and see what size fits you best.
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I did not try it on before I bought it and I did not measure my head either. I normally wear an XL but took their advise and ordered the large. Fits great. You have to wear it forward, more on your brow. I like it.
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This is what I used to make sure I got the right size. Hope it helps. Its from the Lucky Bums website. Remember size is in Centimeters. Look at where it says "Snow Sports Helmet Sizing Chart". I think I was between sizes so I went to the next largest size. Nice thing about Amazon, you can always exchange it or refund if its not right.http://luckybums.com/sizing-chart.aspx
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I use this for my 5 y.o. kid but since some reviewers said it was painfully tight I tried it on myself before I used it on my son. I am an adult with a large head - circumfrence about 23 inches. It did fit, but tt was very tight. I only wore it for a few seconds, but it may bother someone with a head that big to leave on much longer. I hope that helps!
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The troxel website has a sizing chart where you can take a head circumference measurement and match it against helmet size. It is important to fit the helmet to the size of the child and not their age.
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Adult Helmet Head Circ ( Inches) Head Cir (cm) Hat SizeXS 20 7/8"-21 1/4" 53cm-54cm 6 5/8-6 3/4Sm 21 5/8"-22" 55cm-56cm 6 7/8-7MD 22 3/8- 22 3/4" 57cm-58cm 7 1/8- 7 1/4LG 23 1/4"-23 5/8" 59cm-60cm 7 3/8-7 1/2XL 24"-24 3/8" 61 cm-62 cm 7 5/8-7 3/4XXL 24 3/4" - 25 1/4 63cm-64cm 7 7/8-8 Adult Helmet Head Circ ( Inches) Head Cir (cm) Hat SizeXS 20 7/8"-21 1/4" 53cm-54cm 6 5/8-6 3/4Sm 21 5/8"-22" 55cm-56cm 6 7/8-7MD 22 3/8- 22 3/4" 57cm-58cm 7 1/8- 7 1/4LG 23 1/4"-23 5/8" 59cm-60cm 7 3/8-7 1/2XL 24"-24 3/8" 61 cm-62 cm 7 5/8-7 3/4XXL 24 3/4" - 25 1/4 63cm-64cm 7 7/8-8
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There is an adjustable band inside of the helmet that will expand considerably. I wear a medium (no idea of actual size) and the band in the helmet can be adjusted well beyond what I would use. Hope this is helpful. I like this helmet a lot.
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I bought a medium and a large helmet. My head measures 52 cm so I wear the medium helmet but I wish I had purchased a small. These helmets seem to run a little big. I suggest a medium. You want it to fit tight.
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Hello Karen, I'll try to help you out as much as I can. I forgot when I purchased this helmet, maybe on your screen it'll tell you that info but unfortunately it doesn't say on my end. My son turned 11yrs in Feb and he's of average size. Just yesterday we used this helmet and another same size helmet for him and his 5 cousins ages 7-13yrs for go-karting and they weren't complaining at all. So I assume they did fit. About a month ago my nephew used it and he's 17yrs but we had pulled off some of the inside paddingt which are held together by buttons. To tell you the truth, it is a good quality helmet if your using it in light/mild activities. I wouldn't trust it so much if he used it for motorcycling. Another factor is that you can't beat the price. Then again, you can't put a price on the safety of kids. I hope this helps. Good Luck! Duane M.