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5 Reasons Why Biking Is the Healthy Habit You Need
5 Reasons Why Biking Is the Healthy Habit You Need
Most people already know biking is good for you. What they don't expect is how much it changes everything else: your stress levels, your energy, your immune system, even your... Read more...
Onewheel
Best Helmet for Onewheel Riding: What to Look For
For most Onewheel riders, the “best helmet” is the one that balances higher-speed protection, visibility in traffic, and a fit you’ll actually wear every ride. If you ride in cities,... Read more...
Best Helmet Visor Setup for Outdoor Riders
Best Helmet Visor Setup for Outdoor Riders
Outdoor riding means constant light changes. Learn how a helmet visor, magnetic brim, or photochromic bike helmet visor can improve visibility and comfort. Read more...
Man with AURA Smart Helmet
Smart Helmet vs Regular Bike Helmet
Not all bike helmets protect the same. Learn how smart helmets go beyond basic certifications with better impact protection, testing, and real-world urban safety. Read more...
Riding an Electric Scooter in the City? Let’s Talk Helmets
Riding an Electric Scooter in the City? Let’s Talk Helmets
Electric scooters are fast, efficient, and part of everyday urban commuting. Here’s why wearing the right helmet matters more than you think. Read more...
Not All Helmets Are Created Equal
Not All Helmets Are Created Equal
Not all helmets are built the same, and they definitely don’t protect the same. This article takes you inside UNIT 1’s factory to show how our shells, EPS foam, smart... Read more...
Why Virginia Tech Helmet Ratings And Helmet Certifications Are Important When Choosing a Bike Helmet
Why Virginia Tech Helmet Ratings And Helmet Certifications Are Important When Choosing a Bike Helmet
Buying a helmet is like picking the right avocado, it may look good, but is it truly ready to protect you? Certifications like CPSC, EN 1078, and NTA 8776 are... Read more...
Child wearing a blue bike helmet, emphasizing kids bike helmet safety during outdoor play.
Why Your Kid Needs a Bike Helmet
A bike helmet isn’t optional, it’s essential. Learn how helmets protect your child, prevent injuries, and build lifelong cycling safety habits from day one. Read more...
Sparky Smart Helmet
SPARKY by UNIT 1: The Smart Helmet Kids Want & Parents Trust
SPARKY is more than a kids’ helmet — it’s a parenting tool disguised as play. With tap-controlled lights, swappable inserts, and safety tech inside, it turns morning chaos into a... Read more...
AURA Smart Helmet
How to Commute Sustainably Without Overhauling Your Life
Think going green means giving up convenience? Think again. Swapping just a few car commutes each week for a bike or e-bike can cut your carbon footprint by up to... Read more...
Kuiperbelt S1
Best Electric Bikes for Commuting (2026 Guide)
Discover the best electric bikes for commuting in 2026. Explore hands-on reviews, expert picks, and smart helmet tips to upgrade your daily ride. Skip traffic and ride smarter with this... Read more...
AURA & NEON: The Best Women Bike Helmets for Safety and Style
AURA & NEON: The Best Women Bike Helmets for Safety and Style
Looking for the best bike helmet for women that offers both safety and style? AURA is a women’s biking helmet designed for city and road riders, featuring integrated lights, crash... Read more...
Best Bike Lights That Actually Keep You Safe (Expert Guide)
Best Bike Lights That Actually Keep You Safe (Expert Guide)
When selecting the best bike light for safety, it's important to consider more than just brightness. Learn how customizable setups, battery life, beam patterns, and automatic features can enhance your... Read more...
FARO Smart Helmet MIPs
What is a MIPS Helmet?
What is a MIPS helmet? A revolutionary safety system that protects cyclists from brain injuries. Discover why MIPS is the must-have upgrade for smart helmets. Read more...
How to Find Your Helmet Size for Bicycle Helmets
How to Find Your Helmet Size for Bicycle Helmets
Find the perfect helmet size with our step-by-step guide. Learn how to measure your head, choose between sizes. Read more...
AURA Smart Helmet
Important Things to Know When Buying a Bike Helmet
Shopping for a bike helmet? Focus on these 5 essential features to find the perfect fit for safety, comfort, and durability. Read more...
Behind the Scenes: When Reality Surpasses Fiction in Our Latest Safety Campaign
Behind the Scenes: When Reality Surpasses Fiction in Our Latest Safety Campaign
Disclaimer: No cyclists were harmed in the making of this campaign.  Read more...
Bike Lights
We Fixed Bike Lights, for Good - You’re Welcome.
The bike lights you’ve been dreaming of for 10,000 miles.  Read more...
Road bike rider at sunset, with a smart helmet
5 Reasons Why Your Current Bike Helmet Now Belongs in a Museum
If you’re searching for the perfect smart helmet, these five key features should be non-negotiable.  Read more...
Ebike Helmet
Choosing the Right E-bike Helmet: Safety First
Choosing the right ebike helmet is crucial for safety. Explore our guide to find the perfect helmet for your electric bike. Read more...
Accidents reports for bike riders in the night | UNIT 1
The one thing you're doing wrong in your daily commute
Your daily commute may be a great moment in your day and may also be filled with challenges, but let me tell you, there's one thing you might be overlooking... Read more...
Choosing a Helmet for your Electric Vehicle
How to Choose the Perfect Helmet for Your Electric Vehicle
  If you're zipping around on an electric vehicle, whether it's an e-bike, e-scooter, or an electric skateboard, safety should be your top priority. And when it comes to safety,... Read more...
Commuter using FARO smart helmet by UNIT 1
In 2022 the Netherlands witnessed the highest number of cyclist fatalities in history.
Let’s face it: people believe cycling is not risky. Even in the Netherlands, the country renowned for cycling, there exists a social pact against helmet use, with an adoption rate... Read more...
Commuting by bike UNIT 1
Bike to Work Day: The Benefits of Commuting to Work by Bike for Your Body and Mind
  Commuting to work by bike is gaining popularity across the globe, and for good reason. Not only is it an environmentally friendly and cost-effective way to get to work,... Read more...
One wheel and faro smart hemet user - UNIT 1
He Has Ridden +37k Miles and Won’t Stop: Meet the Onewheel Wing
At the top of the Onewheel XR all-time mileage leaderboard, Javier Starks holds a mind-blowing 60,000-ridden kilometers record. That’s 1,5x the circumference of the Earth. And he’s not stopping. Read more...
UNIT 1 origin story
The Story of UNIT 1: How Everything Started
The day I saw a sample of FARO for the first time… well, I knew we had achieved it. We created a product with amazing quality, that’s sleek and nice... Read more...