Women -- You and Your Bike Helmet

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This poll is part of an ongoing (Industrial Design) school project examining the perception of cycling and cyclists in North American Urban Centres. For this section of the project I have chosen to focus on a specific stigma associated with cycling -âthe dreaded helmet. I would Love your insights as to how a cycling helmet could be improved for women, or in-general. Thanks for your time and insights. If you have any further comments please donât hesitate to contact me at Discotuna@hotmail.com. Thanks again. P.s. for more details on the project checkout my blog, although itâs a bit out dated. http://bicycleconcepts.blogspot.com/ --Kyle

If you do not regularly wear a helmet what reason best describes why you donât?

Other

I donât like carrying a helmet when Iâm no longer on my bicycle.

It gives me a sweaty head

I always wear a helmet

They don't fit my head right

It donât like having helmet hair

Wearing a helmet makes me look/feel dorky.

I donât own a helmet

Are there any other reasons you choose not to wear a helmet?

When using your bicycle for casual trips such as going a few blocks to the store, or to recreational riding do you usually wear a helmet?

Have you ever had an accident on your bicycle which resulted in a head impact?

Yes

Which represents your typical describes bike usage?

Commuting

Utility cycling / car free lifestyle

Racing

Mountain biking

Leisure

Fitness

Other

If anything what do you like or dislike about your current helmet? What would you like to see improved or added?

What is your dream bicycle?

What Features would be most important to you when purchasing a helmet for casual riding such as commuting or leisure cycling? (Assuming all options provided an equal measure of safety)

The use of technical materials such as spaceage foams and carbon fiber

Styling inspired by performance and racing

I don't care what it looks like as long as it's comfortable

The use of natural materials such as fabrics, wools and felts instead of plastic shells.

More vents and better air flow.

Attachment points for accessories such as lights, a rain cover and a mirror

More sophisticated -- Actually Fashionable graphics for grown Women!

do you prefer a helmet with a visor?

yes

If you currently own a helmet what "style" is it?

Racing - well vented and light weight

BMX/Skateboard -Hard shell multi impact style.

Commuting - has attachment points for mirrors, or a light- conservative styling.

Womenâs specific -feminine colours /graphics.

"Race" inspired well vented, fast looking.

other

What are the most important, non-safety, or price related details which influence your decision when buying a helmet. select all that apply.

How big it makes your head look

Graphics

Brand Loyalty

Racy styling

Matching it to your wardrobe

Lack of graphics - muted "styling"

feminine Colors options

Matching it to the bicycle

This poll was created on 2008-03-12 19:30:54 by Carry by bike