I Dropped it.

[JonKerr]

Yeah unfortunately the "rule" I've always been told and that I've always used (at least in mountain biking and BMX racing) is one hit on a helmet. One of the guys I raced with actually sent a helmet in to the manufacturer (I think it was Troy Lee Designs but not 100% on that) to get it analyzed ($450 helmet crashed the first lap on the track with it ) hoping they would tell him it's safe to use. It had a scratch similar to your picture. The analysis came back that the outer shell had microscopic spiderweb cracks throughout and the inner core had dented and collapsed enough that if there was another impact on that spot, the shock would transfer straight into the head instead of being displaced by the core foam.

Glad you're OK though. I got sprinkled on for the first time today and got my ass home ASAP!

 

[FitZ6R]

Whats the "rule" on new helmets? its got a gash in it but it isn't cracked, should i look at a new one?

The rule is: It saved you once, you owe it an early retirement.

 

[cbzdel]

I replaced my first helmet within a week because I dropped it down a flight of stairs, it looked ok just a little scratched up but I would never trust it..

like others said replace it.

 

[99vengeur]

Like others have said, it is a good rule of thumb to replace a helmet after it has hit the ground. Although, most manufacturers will do a thorough inspection if you send it in to them.

Also, the automatic shutoff does work when the bike is on its side. I have tested this when I tested my ability to gently set the bike down and pick it back up.

 

[Heineken]

Also, the automatic shutoff does work when the bike is on its side. I have tested this when I tested my ability to gently set the bike down and pick it back up.

Join the club . I'm sure there's other like me and you who "tested" that.

 

[btastarsky]

I had the help of a lady in her Honda Accord to test that particular feature.

 

[engineerpilotdude]

I had the help of a lady in her Honda Accord to test that particular feature.

How nice of her! Hope you thanked her by offering a chance to discover the magic of car detailing.

Your heads worth way more than a new helmet bro. Whoa, I got damage like that, and I was doin 40! Your bars are def bent btw, otherwise can't hit tank.