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Started 11 years ago by Wilmington's Cow
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Wilmington's Cow
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Please keep any helmet 'debates' to the thread set up especially. I do genuinely need one as it's a requirement for participation in the Bealach Mor.

I've got a Spiuk at the mo, but just occasionally find that the fore to aft fit is a little tight (side to side is fine). Had a brief look at Lazer helmets at the Haughcross and they had a neat retention system that seemed more 'all round' the head, so didn't create pressure points. Bearing in mind I'm going to be wearing this for 6+ hours I'm after a combination of lightness and airiness with comfort. And sub c.£75.

Bear in mind I WILL seek out to try on any helmet first in the nearest convenient stockist, so not buying blind, but some indicators could come in handy (that's an indication of a good helmet, not flashing orange things on either side of the helmet).

Posted 11 years ago #
gembo
Member

I have Giro Savant from EBC which they cite at £59.99 but I think you can get for £50, so they will price match if you ask them to.

You know it makes sense.

Seriously, helmet names are very bad.

Posted 11 years ago #
PS
Member

Depends on the shape of your head, I guess, but I've found the Specialized helmets to be comfier than Giro ones.

Posted 11 years ago #
custard
Member

As said,its a personal thing
My Boardman MTB was okay but quite 'roomy' inside(and I have a big head!)
I run a Fox Flux now which gives a neater fit for me

Posted 11 years ago #
Darkerside
Member

Disappointed you closed off any 'indicator' comments in your opening statement WC. I had a host of completely unhelpful links at the ready.

Posted 11 years ago #
earthowned
Member

I've got a MET Estro (another crap name!) - wouldn't particularly recommend it.

PROS
-Has protected my head from road rash when I've fallen off at speed. Alas not my face which got mashed. Couldn't possibly comment on the efficiency of impact reduction *ducks*

CONS
- I find the rear tightener uncomfortable after an hour or so, plus gives you a bonus klingon forehead mark.
- The aero shape at the back makes a strange sound at speed which makes me keep looking round for an overtaking car
- I keep getting bees stuck in the front holes (no really!)

Posted 11 years ago #
paolobr
Member

A few weeks back I took advantage of an EBC helmet amnesty (actually I think just a Specialized promotion). In return for my (definitely past it) old dome, I got a Specialized S3 for under £60 (was 100+ at the time, I think, and I guess the promotion is over). Been very happy with it though, it has a nice adjustable retention system, and light with good ventilation.

Posted 11 years ago #
ARobComp
Member

Giro Atmos has been my race helmet for 2 years. It's been amazing. Biut pricier though.

Posted 11 years ago #
amir
Member

I'm also looking for a helmet so thanks for asking WC.

My previous one was a Spec Aurora - it's no longer as aerodynamic/effective as before.

When in use, it did tend to leave an imprint on my forehead.

My other helmet for commuting has a mesh on the front part to stop bees etc. This is a useful feature that it would be nice to see on the pricier helmets with better airflow. There's nothing like the panic on trapping a larger bee or wasp-like insect in your helmet.

Posted 11 years ago #
Wilmington's Cow
Member

Yeah, we're after helmets for very different reasons... ;)

Posted 11 years ago #
minus six
Member

Posted 11 years ago #
Morningsider
Member

+1 for the Giro Atmos, comfiest and airiest helmet I have ever used. Bit pricey mind.

Posted 11 years ago #
EddieD
Member

To be honest, the only thing you can really do, is wander in and try some on.

I was looking either the Catlike Whisper, or the Endura Airshell, but when trying them on, neither was as comfy as my knackered Giro Skyline.

Still looking...

Posted 11 years ago #
kaputnik
Moderator

My older Spesh helmet is comfier than my newer Mavic helmet, and a bit less fidly to put on, but the Mavic seems to sit better on my noggin and is definitely better ventilated.

Posted 11 years ago #
Baldcyclist
Member

I can recommend the Uvex FP1 which is comfortable, and now near your £75 budget (mail order from Halfords at £80).

If I was buying one now, and it turned out to be comfortable, for sheer looks it would be the Catlike Whisper.

Posted 11 years ago #
stiltskin
Member

If I was buying one now, and it turned out to be comfortable, for sheer looks it would be the Catlike Whisper.

Really? I think it looks like a collander & I've got one! I'd recommend one because they are really well ventilated & cool, but they are a little bit above the WC price spec.

Posted 11 years ago #
RJ
Member

I have a Specialized Propero, which fits my head (which appears not to be Giro-shaped) and is not too hot. Also just within the WC price band ;)

Posted 11 years ago #
Cyclingmollie
Member

My Bell Sweep fits better than my Giro Atmos did. I must have a Bell shaped head.

Posted 11 years ago #
Arellcat
Moderator

I have a Specialized Echelon in stealth black, to which I've added lots and lots of stealth black reflective tape. In my experience people's heads are either Spesh-shaped or Giro-shaped. Just try them all on and see which fits best. Not much to be gained by spending more than about £50.

Posted 11 years ago #
allebong
Member

I recently faced having to get a new lid as well and I went for the cheap and cheerful option. Specifically the Bell Ukon for £20. It's not that pretty, and I'm sure compared to many it's not 'aero' either but it's pretty comfortable over several hours and reasonably well ventilated.

Posted 11 years ago #
amir
Member

I've just chosen and bought mine in the sales - Garneau Quartz II. Seemed comfortable in the shop and can fit a cap under as well. As worn in the peleton (by Voekler). £80.

Posted 11 years ago #
Darkerside
Member

Despite being a long term non-helmeteer, I've just acquired a Catlike Whisper after the constant nagging from my parents was followed by a birthday Wiggle voucher attached to a very pointed email.

I'm already mentally picking out the many faults it have compared to my well loved Rapha cap, but can report that having worn it for the duration of a washing up session*, it wasn't that unpleasant.

That probably doesn't help anyone else at all, but you know. There we are.

*look, I wanted to try it out for a period indoors in case I want to send it back, and the washing up needed doing. I did get some funny looks from people outside, but I'm used to that.

Posted 11 years ago #
Uberuce
Member

See cycling son, think horse, bolt stable door after he's done the LEL hatless?

Posted 11 years ago #
Darkerside
Member

I think LEL might have been the tipping point. There was an assumption that big events would require plastic hats. I elegantly and concisely explained why this was not the case, citing a number of peer-reviewed articles and utilising the bleeding edge of medical investigation.

Deaf. Ears.

Posted 11 years ago #
DaveC
Member

No reason not to wear the Rapha cap under the Hel*et.

Posted 11 years ago #
fimm
Member

He's bought a helmet, he doesn't actually have to wear it...
;-)
I wear one some of the time.

Posted 11 years ago #
Darkerside
Member

@Fimm - sadly, my parents are wiley devils who negotiated harsh terms. Plastic hat to be worn on commute and 'longer rides'. Failure to comply will result in 'disappointment and worry'. The old emotional blackmail in full force...

@DaveC - this evening's washing up will be used to test that possibility. However, I have a truly massive head, so I might have to strip out all the padding.

Probably deserves a #firstWorldProblems tag

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