Helmet, Used by Kevin Degen

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Artifact Overview

Kevin Degen raised hundreds of thousands of dollars cycling for charitable causes. He was born with cerebral palsy and rode using only his left leg and left arm. Later in his life, Degen used a tricycle specially designed to accommodate his off-center riding posture. He wore this helmet when riding that trike.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Helmet (Protective wear)

Creators

Place of Creation

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Collections Gallery

Object ID

2021.109.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Kevin Degen Memorial Foundation.

Material

Plastic
Foam (Material form)
Cloth

Color

Light gray
Blue
Black (Color)
Gray (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 8.75 in
Length: 11.25 in

Inscriptions

on sides of helmet: uvex / uvex on back of helmet: MADE IN GERMANY