During the winter, one of the main concerns is to prevent our helmet from fogging up. Discover the most effective solutions in these cases.


During winter, one of the main concerns of all of us who move on a motorcycle is to prevent our helmet from fogging up, something that is complicated if the necessary precautions are not taken. The screen of our helmet is fogged due to the formation of mist, since with the cold it is not possible to dissipate the water contained in our repair.


And although it is true that currently helmets have advanced and improved ventilation systems a lot, it must also be said that when we drive at low speed, no matter how good the helmet is, it is difficult to avoid this formation of mist .


A problem of fogging the motorcycle helmet that is even more serious when you use glasses , since not only the screen will be fogged, but also the lenses of our glasses, further reducing visibility and increasing the danger.


Here the first solutions are especially to know how to control our breathing ; through the nose and in a controlled way, something that is easy to say but not so much to do. It is common to exhale a larger amount of air than is due, something that causes the screen to fog up automatically. The other solution is to open the screen , regardless of the cold, to get air from outside and circulate inside the case, reducing fogging.


But there are also other very effective solutions that are more unknown , so from Pont Grup, as motorcycle insurance specialists , we wanted to review and show you so that you can end this problem that represents an increased risk in driving.


Anti-fog products



There are anti-fog products on the market , widely used especially by divers , who have to deal with fogging problems on a daily basis, with the particularity that they cannot open the screen to allow air to enter.


They are anti-fogging sprays and liquids that are applied in the interior area of ​​the screen , which are generally derived from Teflon, and which are effective in preventing the formation of mist, although yes, their durability is reduced . This makes it a good option for short trips, but perhaps not so good for long road routes of many kilometers.


Masks

The most modern helmets are fitted with masks or chin rests , which is not only essential to reduce fogging by fogging, but also to keep our chin hit directly the ground in case of fall , and to reduce our sense of cold.


These masks are designed so that when we breathe, the air we expel goes directly to the lower area , thus preventing it from remaining on the screen and becoming foggy. Totally recommendable.


PinLock, your best ally

If there is a really effective element, that is the PinLock, which will become your best ally when it comes to ending the fogging on your screen . It is an article that acts as a second visor, sticking it comfortably on the inside of the screen. The PinLock incorporates silicone in the lateral area , which ensures that the tightness is maintained to the maximum.


An air chamber is created between the main visor and the PinLock , preventing the passage of air and thus avoiding the formation of mist and fogging. It is possibly the most effective anti-fogging method on the current market, hence it is the most widely used option.


The only problem is that not all cases are suitable for using the PinLock , especially the older ones, which means that you have to look for alternatives. One of them is an adhesive that sticks to the screen, creating an effect similar to that of PinLock , but less effective and less durable, and it cannot be removed for cleaning. Its only positive note is that it is a very inexpensive alternative.


Always wear your helmet clean

And finally, an effective, free and totally mandatory measure. It is none other than to always wear your helmet clean and in the best conditions , since this will be of great help in preventing water from being stored and ending up reducing our vision.