When the opportunity demands it. ie. Sportives that have a "no lid, no ride" clause. Also sometimes on longer rides where fatigue means the probability of a low-speed pratfall is increased. Otherwise nope.
It is mandatory that all riders wear a safety approved cycling helmet complying with latest ANSI Z90/4 or SNELL standards. Any rider not wearing a helmet will not be covered by the event insurance and will be disqualified from the event and could be liable for damages if involved in an accident on that basis. The rider must accept this as a condition of entry.
Would they actually check? Mines a specialized one for that reason (and my head is specialized shape luckily).Some also have a ban on EN1078 helmets!
One organiser actually states that:
SO if you turn up with a basicEN1078 helmet that does not pass the higher standards .... you are out
Would they actually check? Mines a specialized one for that reason (and my head is specialized shape luckily).