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You fell while riding, and your helmet looks fine. What should you do with it?

Replace it. The inside can be damaged even with no visible marks.

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  1. Keep using it if it looks fine
  2. Replace it, even with no visible damage ✔
  3. Wash it and keep it

Why: Rutgers says replace a helmet if it is dropped or you fall while wearing it, even with no visible damage. The impact-absorbing liner may be crushed where you can't see it.

Huh, didn't know that: Rutgers says riding helmets should also be replaced every five years.

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Answer: Replace it, even with no visible damage. Rutgers says replace a helmet if it is dropped or you fall while wearing it, even with no visible damage. The impact-absorbing liner may be crushed where you can't see it.

  1. Rutgers Equine Science Center: Safety in Style (helmets and vests) esc.rutgers.edu/safety-in-style
    if they are dropped or you fall while wearing the helmet. This holds true even if there is no visible damage
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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