The president of Kemsco Construction and Equipment Company, a New Jersey-based utility contracting company, Ralph Serpe is extremely involved in every aspect of his business. When he’s not busy overseeing work estimations and day-to-day operations at his New Jersey company, Ralph Serpe spends time outdoor cycling on his Peloton bike.

1. HOWTO FIT A
HELMET
PROPERLY
Ralph Serpe, New Jersey

2. Introduction
■ The president of Kemsco Construction and Equipment Company, a
New Jersey-based utility contracting company, Ralph Serpe is
extremely involved in every aspect of his business.When he’s not
busy overseeing work estimations and day-to-day operations at his
New Jersey company, Ralph Serpe spends time outdoor cycling on
his Peloton bike.
Every cyclist knows that a helmet is extremely important for
staying safe.Yet some cyclists don’t spend as much time finding
the right helmet as they should. Ideally, a good helmet fits
comfortably, but snuggly on the head.To find the right size,
cyclists should wrap a tape measure around their heads just above
the ears.The tape must be level around the entire head and pass
roughly one inch above the eyebrows.This gives cyclists the most
accurate size.

3. Helmet
■ While many cyclists think they are done here, but there is more to
fitting a helmet properly than measuring the head. Once a helmet
is purchased, cyclists must ensure it sits level of their heads. If it’s
too loose anywhere on the head, cyclists can use the fit ring or
sizing pads to make it more snug.
They must then adjust the side and chin straps.The side straps
should come together just below the ear at the jawline.
Meanwhile, the chin strap should rest snugly under the chin with
the buckle in the center of the chin.To ensure the straps are tight
enough, cyclists should insert one or two fingers in the chin and
side straps. No more than two fingers should fit under the strap,
otherwise the helmet is too loose.