Dru Posted March 26, 2015 Posted March 26, 2015 Hi Guys, Any thoughts on the uvex range of helmets?Specifically this one: http://www.uvex-sports.com/typo3temp/_processed_/csm_41021817_953e27709f.png Retailing at Chat later for R599. Struggling to find an entry level helmet that fits my large head
MarcBurger Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 If it fits on your head, and you like the way it looks: It's the right helmet.They're all rated with the same safety criteria.
iamgigglz Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 Don't know much about cycling helmets, but uvex's motorcycle helmets are top notch...if that's anything to go by
Allrounder Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 need to be graded at a certain level. so if you can find it in a shop, its fine
Walt Jabsco Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 I had exactly the same problem as you. After trying on all entry level helmets at every bike shop in P.E., I found that the Specialized Align helmet was the best fit for my large head. Cost less than R 600.
venom1 Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 Their is no such thing as a beginners helmet. It needs to protect you and it needs to fit comfortable.
CAAD4 Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 Hi Guys, Any thoughts on the uvex range of helmets?Specifically this one: http://www.uvex-sports.com/typo3temp/_processed_/csm_41021817_953e27709f.png Retailing at Chat later for R599. Struggling to find an entry level helmet that fits my large head I have always found that the Bell helmets fit my large head. I think their large is either 59-61cm or 59-63cm. There are some close to this price, but the Uvex looks good. By the way what or where is the Chat later store?
scotty Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 It will do its function, none of my helmets cost more than R600 (Bell/Giro) and have performed as meant to when tested.
GlockG4 Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 When I started cycling someone told me you buy a bike then you buy a helmet(meaning dont skim on the helmet) which makes sense. But my question is this, why are some helmets like rudyP sooo much more expensive than others? If the cheap ones still have to be on the same level, what justifies that big price difference?
CAAD4 Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 If all the safety standards have been met, not much. Maybe weight and vanity.
MarcBurger Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 Price buys weight (woo), comfort and ventilation.The rudy's are quite comfortable with that meshy thing and a large is large. They also have a nifty replacement policy if you break one.But you pay for it.
porqui Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 Proper tests have been done on el cheepo's and over the tops and results show no real difference. But fashion dictates. Just make sure standard test have been met as mentioned.
NicNacDH Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 The more your helmet covers your head, the better. Something like that:
velomonatiCT Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 not all helmets are equal some manufacturers offer return and replacement warranties and some (cheap) ones don'tsome helmets fit well and are over designed and protect your melon really wellsome helmets are just helmets remember schumi you only get one head why be cheap about protecting it ,, buy a recognised brand (uvex is one but there are others)go to a LBS (support your local bike shop)ask advice ( " " ")try it on first (make sure it fits well and its comfy) buy the best you can afford (buy it online or ask the LBS to match the online price) use your head rather than lose it !
NicNacDH Posted March 27, 2015 Posted March 27, 2015 remember shummie ...... öhm .... Schumi ..... ? (M. Schumacher)
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