The helmet is a little heavier as a normal bicycle helmet, but also in the outer shell somewhat thicker. The acts as if the helmet is made for it more like a fall to be absorbed. The processing is very high. My 5 year old daughter found the helmet extremely cool because it also fits in well with the skaters. The only drawback I see is that the helmet has no screens on the air passages. Who are allergic to insect stings should consider whether this can be for Him to the detriment