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Necessity and vanity are the mothers of invention

Two young industrial designers from Sweden have come up with a solution for the unsightly hard shell bicycle helmet that has caused dreaded helmet hair for millions who use them. Tired of strapping ugly, uncomfortable bicycle helmets to their heads, the women developed a revolutionary new product that offers full-head protection without, remarkably, wearing anything on their heads. These women prove once again, that necessity or fashion is still the mother of invention. For all of the inventors out there toiling to bring a product to market, note that it took them seven years to perfect the helmet. Read more here.

 

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