Wear Protective Gear

All riders must wear a helmet

Many bicycle‐related head injuries occur when riders do not wear helmets or wear them improperly. The act of wearing a properly certified, well‐fitting helmet is one of the most effective safety measures for cyclists.

First, let's choose a helmet

• Is it legit? Confirm the helmet meets the U.S. federal safety standard (label should say it meets the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission bicycle helmet standard)

• Is it the right type? if you are riding a bike, use a helmet designed for bicycling (not one for another sport).

• Does it fit?

• Sit level on the head.

• Cover the head adequately without blocking vision.

• Be snug so it cannot fall off when fastened.

Helmet Fit

• The helmet should sit level on the head, not tilted back or forward.

• It should drop low on the forehead so that only one or two finger-widths space remain between the helmet’s front and the eyebrows.

• The side straps should form a “V” shape just below each ear.

• The chin strap should be buckle-fastened, and tight enough that you can only fit about one or two fingers between strap and chin.

• After fastening, try moving the helmet—front to back, side to side. It should stay snug and not shift easily.

• If the helmet moves a lot when you shake your head or you can pull it off easily, the fit is too loose.

• If the helmet causes discomfort, pain points, or you’re tempted to tilt it forward/back to feel better, the sizing or adjustment likely needs change.

• Always choose a helmet that’s certified for bicycling use and replace it after any significant impact or if you notice obvious damage.

Additional protective gear

your ebike goes faster and further and a regular bike. That means you should be wearing additional protection. Here is a non-exhaustive list of additional gear to consider:

• Cycling glasses: Impact-resistant lenses, wrap-around design for full protection from wind/debris, anti-fog, UV protection.

• Full-finger cycling gloves: Good grip in wet/sweaty conditions, palm padding for shock absorption, wrist closure, touchscreen-compatible fingertips.

• Closed-toe shoes with good pedal grip: Avoid floppy/loose shoes that can catch in pedals; shoes should allow good control and protect feet from impacts or chain injuries

• Abrasion-resistant jackets and pants (reinforced or with protective fibers) to prevent road-rash in a fall.

• Knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards , especially for trail riding, higher-speed commutes, or if new to e-bikes.

Protect your body on every ride