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| Originally Posted by chicken if you check on the inside of a helmet (underneath any lining) there will usually be a sticker or stamp that gives the date of manufacture.
Discounted helmets are usually older models/designs so they may already be "old" even if "new" to you. Something to bear in mind if you are wondering about whether yours is past it. |
Most of the 'decay' of a helmet though is once it starts being worn, the sweat and grime and elements that build up, if a helmet has been stored cool and dry place, it's generally ok, it's the wear that makes it 'run' out, so if you're not a regular biker you can usually guage when you should change it. If you ride every day then most people change their helmets 3-4 years.
A lot of helmets do replaceable inners, cheeks and headlining now, so you don't need to replace whole helmet, and if yours is removable for godsake get them out and wash it, stops the bacteria building up and keeping it fresh and washed is far better for the helmet and your head and the fit!