Bike Helmets | Xnito E-Bike, Thousand, Bern & ROCKBROS
Bike Helmets: Common Questions
What bike helmet brands and styles are available at Urban Cycling Apparel?
This collection carries bike helmets from Xnito, Thousand, Bern, and ROCKBROS covering road, urban, e-bike, and youth riding. Xnito helmets are NTA-8776 certified e-bike helmets rated for protection up to 28 mph, available in over ten colorways including Disco, Dutch, Lightning, Mint, Valkyrie, and Obsidian at $150. Thousand contributes the Jr. Toddler Helmet for riders age one and up at $49.95. Bern and ROCKBROS round out the collection with additional adult and youth helmet options across urban and cycling disciplines.
What is an e-bike certified helmet and do I need one?
An e-bike certified helmet meets the NTA-8776 standard, which tests for impact protection at higher speeds than standard bicycle helmet certifications. Standard CPSC bicycle helmets are tested at speeds up to about 12 mph. The NTA-8776 standard used by Xnito tests at speeds more representative of Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes, which can reach 20 to 28 mph under pedal assist. If you ride a Class 3 e-bike or regularly reach speeds above 20 mph on any e-bike, an NTA-8776 certified helmet provides meaningfully better protection than a standard bicycle helmet. All Xnito helmets carry CPSC, CE, and NTA-8776 certification, covering both standard cycling and e-bike use in one helmet.
What makes Xnito helmets different from standard bike helmets?
Xnito helmets are purpose-built for e-bike riders who want a helmet that meets the higher impact standard of NTA-8776 without sacrificing style or everyday wearability. They use in-mold PC and EPS construction, weigh 0.83 pounds, have 10 vents for airflow, and are compatible with Class 3 e-vehicles, electric skateboards, electric scooters, OneWheels, and standard bicycles. The aesthetic is clean and urban rather than sporty, making them practical for commuters and recreational e-bike riders who want a helmet that looks appropriate in both on-bike and off-bike settings.
How do I choose the right helmet size?
Measure the circumference of your head about one inch above your eyebrows using a soft tape measure. Most adult cycling helmets size by head circumference in centimeters across small, medium, and large ranges, with an internal adjustment dial to fine-tune the fit within each size. A correctly fitted helmet should sit level on your head, cover your forehead to about two finger-widths above your eyebrows, and not rock forward, backward, or side to side when you shake your head. The chin strap should allow only one or two fingers between the strap and your chin when fastened. If you are between sizes, sizing up and using the internal dial to tighten typically gives a better fit than sizing down.
When should I replace my bike helmet?
Replace your helmet immediately after any crash where the helmet absorbs an impact, even if there is no visible damage. The EPS foam liner compresses on impact and does not recover, so a helmet that has taken a hit is no longer providing full protection even if it looks intact. For helmets that have not been in a crash, most manufacturers recommend replacing every three to five years due to degradation of the foam and straps from UV exposure, sweat, and general use. If you notice cracks in the outer shell, significant wear to the straps, or a loose fit that the adjustment dial can no longer correct, replace the helmet regardless of age.
Do you carry helmets for kids and toddlers?
Yes. The Thousand Jr. Toddler Helmet is designed for riders age one and up and is priced at $49.95. It is built to encourage safe riding habits from the earliest ages. The collection also includes youth helmets from Bern and ROCKBROS for older children and teenagers. When fitting a toddler or child helmet, the same sizing principles apply as for adult helmets: the helmet should sit level, cover the forehead, and not rock or shift during movement. Replace youth helmets as the child grows, since a loose-fitting helmet does not provide adequate protection even if it has not been in a crash.