New helmet storage
 

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[Closed] New helmet storage

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If I buy a new helmet as a spare and store it out of the sun in the attic will it still be good to use in 3-4 years time?

I've finally found one at a good price that fits beautifully and fancy a spare.

Opinions?

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Tim


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 12:09 pm
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I'd suggest wearing them alternately. That way they will take much longer before they get stinky, and you can wear one while the other is being washed / drying.


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 12:14 pm
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It should be fine, but obviously no one with guarantee it for you, but in reality yeah go for it. B careful with moisture too. Vacuum pack is I guess?


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 1:12 pm
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I'd Just keep it dry ,I actually keep my helmets in football boot bags £2 from
Sports direct ,job done .


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 4:05 pm
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Avoid storing much in the attic - they get properly cold in winter and stupidly hot in summer.


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 4:49 pm
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OK. So dry and away from light should be ok.
Worth the chance as it's a lovely fit.
Thanks.
Tim


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 4:55 pm
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Unless you kept it outside, it'd be unlikely to suffer UV deterioration indoors anywhere, just like you don't get a sun tan indoors


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 4:56 pm
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Good point that man


 
Posted : 01/11/2014 7:04 pm

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