Helmet Recommendation?

Wildman · 01-15-2008, 09:23 PM

I'm looking for a helmet that basically looks cool, one thats not so huge and makes you look like a dork, and has a good crash test rating. I need it for long distance and local biking.

Rusty · 01-15-2008, 09:24 PM

The weight weenies, and ventilation conscious will flame me for this (as well they should), but I am very partial to my Pro-Tec Ace Dig. It fits well, it's not too heavy (compared to the hardhat I'm used to wearing), it's doesn't make me look like I just got off a space ship, and best of all, it's TOUGH. Most helmets are toast after any kind of impact. The Pro-Tec Ace Dig is a multiple impact helmet designed to take big hits. Did I mention that it's pretty darn stylie? You can pick one up for about forty five bucks from JensonUSA. Drawbacks? Heavy, hot in the summer, and it might get you negative attention from snobs. Most of my riding is on the dirt, and I live in a small town where everyone hates bikes, so nobody really gives me any crap about it. Pro-Tec also makes a helmet called the cyphon, which is lighter, with better ventilation. Good Luck.

cauldron · 01-15-2008, 09:24 PM

Look up the safety ratings. The helmet I wear is actually a cheap child's helmet that was under $20! But it also had a high crash rating. It has cute little bees on it.