MTB Helmet Help

[scuzzy]

Hey Guys

 

So I am in the market for a helmet, mainly MTB, but doing a little road as well. Just want to get some input I am looking at one of the following, mainly because that is what I know:

 

Rudy Sterling

Bell Volt (not sweep, due to fins at the back breaking)

Specialized Propero

Specialized S Works ( if it is really that good)

 

Don't know the SH helmet from CWC that well, so cannot consider that.

 

Maybe one of the cheaper Uvex's from Cycle Lab

 

Any input would be much appreciated

Edited March 24, 2011 by scuzzy

[PhilipV]

I have the Uvex supersonic. Most comfortable helmet I've ever worn and it feels like it sucks in air to cool you down.

My mate who has a rudy (no idea what it's called) loves it, and I must admit, it is very comfy as well.

[AndreZA]

Personally I would recommend the Bell Delirrium. Very comfy, very airy (maybe too much in winter). Detachable peak. It should be in the R1000 mark.

[Meentb]

I've got the sterling. Its the nicest helmet I've ever owned. Its extremely comfy and very light. You forget its on your head its so comfy

[MTB_Roadie]

SH+.....bought one from CWC, super comfortable, very reasonable price and it came with a helmet bag...

[chris_w_65]

I have a MET KAOS, has a detachable peak - very nice helmet.

[slowlady]

The best way would be to try the different helmets on. E.g. A lot of people swear by Bell. I've tried several Bell helmets and they all caused pressure on the same spot on my head. Rudy was the most comfortable for me.

[Eddy Gordo]

so whats the difference between the cheaper raleigh helmets and the fancy bell, giro ones???

[madmarc]

FOX helmet good value for your money and has detachable peak if you don't want to ride road looking like a chop

[chris_w_65]

so whats the difference between the cheaper raleigh helmets and the fancy bell, giro ones???

 

At one point during my ride yesterday I realized I didn't have my helmet on. I thought it odd that nobody had commented so I checked with my hand and I was wearing it.

 

Two words - Giro Prolight

[Grebel]

so whats the difference between the cheaper raleigh helmets and the fancy bell, giro ones???

 

Price for starters and secondly weight and ventilation. Funny though, the less it has, the more it costs! the reason for this is that there is less material on the lighter ones and they still need to be strong enough to protect your pip.

[slowlady]

so whats the difference between the cheaper raleigh helmets and the fancy bell, giro ones???

 

Comfort. I shop untill I find the helmet that fits properly and comfortably. I had a nasty dive over my handle bars in December, did a faceplant on a rock and heard the most awfull cracking sound. Though I fractured my jaw and was suprised to only have a few abrasions to my face. Later realised the cracking sound came from my helmet and that a well fitted helmet protected even the areas in my face not covered by my helmet.

I would therefore advise anyone to get the helmet with the best fit, extra few hundred rands worth it.