maybe a silly question -- replacement helmet straps?

[VeloVT]

My helmet is not ready to be retired yet, but some time ago I cut the straps too short and now the buckles want to come off sometimes.

Online, I have seen replacement pads and replacement retention devices (the plastic doodad that goes at the back of your helmet, which seem to be sold without straps), but I have not been able to find replacement straps.

Does anyone know if they are available anywhere?

Thanks!

[OakLeaf]

You can get nylon webbing in different widths at fabric stores, sometimes in the sewing department of department stores.

[Chicken Little]

A dog chewing incident destroyed one on a motorcycle helmet- I had luck at a shoe repair shop. The strap repair was stronger than I could imagine.

[Irulan]

Outdoors Wilderness Fabrics

Seattle Fabrics

[mauisher]

I've had 2 Gyro helmets that had the plastic thingy break that holds the strap. I contacted Gyro and they replaced the strap/plastic gizmo that holds it in place for a nominal fee. I guess sometimes it pays to pay a little more? Contact their great customer relations people if your helmet comes from Gyro.

[KnottedYet]

Are the buckles sliding off the end of the (too short) straps?

Can you take the helmet to REI and ask them to sew a stop (like a hem) on the end of each strap?

If the length is good for your fit, and it's just that the buckles don't stay sometimes while the helmet is off, maybe a stop at the end of the web would work?

If they come off or come undone while you're wearing the helmet, that's different. I think I'd contact the manufacturer for advice at that point because of the safety issue.