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| - | Any impact, including a helmet dropped from a moderate height, can compress the inner liner in ways that are not visible from outside. A helmet is designed to absorb one significant impact by sacrificing that inner material, so a helmet involved in a crash should always be replaced, not inspected and reused. | ||
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| A handcrafted helmet shell starts with a base material, commonly fibreglass or a composite blend, layered and shaped by hand rather than produced purely by mould and machine. Each layer adds strength, and the shaping stage is where a lot of the time in production actually goes. | A handcrafted helmet shell starts with a base material, commonly fibreglass or a composite blend, layered and shaped by hand rather than produced purely by mould and machine. Each layer adds strength, and the shaping stage is where a lot of the time in production actually goes. | ||
| - | This is slower | + | An open face helmet leaves the face exposed, which some riders prefer for shorter journeys, city riding, or a more classic look on a café racer or scrambler. It offers less coverage |
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| + | Once the shell is formed and cured, it moves through finishing: sanding, painting or leather trimming, and fitting | ||
| - | The liner deserves the same care. A removable, washable liner keeps the inside fresh, and following the maker' | + | A leather trimmed helmet needs a little more attention than a plain shell, but the upkeep is straightforward. Dust and light dirt can be wiped away with a soft, dry cloth, and any marks are best treated with a product made for leather rather than general household cleaners, which can dry the material out over time. |
| - | A made to order helmet starts long before any material is cut. Measurements are taken, the intended use of the helmet is discussed, and a rider works with the maker to settle on a shell, lining | + | To compare our full face and open face ranges side by side, see Kopac`s blog. |
| - | Full face and open face [[https://rentry.co/91289-handcrafted-in-london-the-story-behind-a-helmet-workshop|Hedon Helmets]] suit different kinds of riding, and the right choice usually comes down to where and how you ride rather than looks alone. A full face helmet covers the chin and jaw, giving more protection in a wider range of impacts, and tends to suit faster roads and longer distances. | + | To browse current models when it is time to replace yours, see Kopac`s |
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