#22 Are You Wearing the Wrong MTB Helmet?

#22 Are You Wearing the Wrong MTB Helmet?

From RECON MTB Podcast by RECON MTB

April 1, 2026 · 1h 5m · Season 1 · Episode 22

About this episode

The episode explores mountain bike helmet safety, crash data insights, and expert advice on helmet design and selection.

🪖 MTB Helmet Safety Deep Dive + Crash Data Insights (w/ Simon Fisher & Allan Cooke)In this episode of the RECON MTB podcast, the crew is joined by helmet design expert Simon Fisher (founder of Headspace Design Lab, with experience at Giro, Bell, and Specialized) alongside Allan Cooke, ex professional BMX athlete and XGames gold medalist, for a deep dive into the realities of mountain bike helmet safety.They break down surprising real-world crash data (including insights from Pinkbike Friday Fails), why many accidents happen during “easy” riding, and the truth behind full-face vs half-shell protection across MTB, BMX, and beyond. Simon also shares insider knowledge from decades in helmet design - covering testing, materials, and what actually makes a helmet effective when it matters most.Plus, they discuss when it’s time to replace your helmet, common misconceptions riders still believe, and how to choose the right protection for your riding style.This episode is brought to you by Leatt, a leader in rider protection with advanced testing and innovation at the core of their gear.📌 If you ride bikes, this one could genuinely change how you think about safety.

People in this episode

Guests: Simon Fisher, Allan Cooke

Topics covered

  • MTB helmet safety
  • crash data
  • helmet design
  • rider protection

Keywords

  • safety
  • full-face helmet
  • half-shell helmet
  • testing
  • materials

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