Sparki 1 Posted February 20, 2016 Share No, too hot. The element is at the bottom and I do not want to expose the helmet to that kind of heat especially in the drying part of the wash. Had a nice chuckle now. Nice going Rouxenator!!! Rouxenator 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted February 20, 2016 Share Had a nice chuckle now. Nice going Rouxenator!!!You're welcome, had this Bell for more than 4 years now and it is still awesome like new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maniax Posted February 20, 2016 Share The rules says 3 years. But usually fomo hits during the Argus expos, which means anywhere between 1 and 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brickleberry Posted February 20, 2016 Share Ya just reading this thread made me go out and buy a Spuik Dharma , incredible helmet, by the looks of things but will give a better review after the test tomorrow . raptor-22 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Dale Posted February 21, 2016 Share Yes, OPGet a new oneThe sun and other elements really beats itAnd there is obvious degradation of the materials. Paul Ruinaard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slickandtyred Posted February 21, 2016 Share Interesting topic. Makes you worry Edited February 21, 2016 by slickandtyred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted February 21, 2016 Share Interesting topic. Makes you worryDon't. unless you fall and damage the helmet it will be fine, even after many machines washes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptor-22 Posted February 22, 2016 Share Sorry but I disagree. You have no way of establishing the integrity of the helmet after many machine washes.Bell advocates using a mild soap like a mild dishwashing soap but not at the temperature you washing yours at. Many helmet manufactures state use co,s water and cloth and mild soap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted February 22, 2016 Share Unlike my best friend, whose integrity I value, my helmet is there to get me access to cycle events. I am not really concerned about the integrity of my helmet. Dicky DQ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Dale Posted February 22, 2016 Share You guys think it's time for me to replace my one year old Bell? 522.jpg523.jpg1044.jpg That can buff right outDon't waste your moola Rouxenator and Wannabe 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honkdonk Posted February 22, 2016 Share I just replaced my old Rudy Project this weekend. The old one was done for. Polystyrene was beginning to crumble in the front due to all the sweat. The inner padding was shot and I had a bad fall about a year or so ago so the back of the helmet was a bit squishy. It had done its time I looked all over and set a budget to stick to. I found that Cycle Lab were very competitive. If anyone wants the new Bell Sweep in small go NOW. Its there for R1199. Pity they didnt have my size - its only available in Small - last oneI settled on another Rudy Project that was R600 cheaper than the next best price I found at Westdene - which also had good deals BTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted February 22, 2016 Share http://www.bhsi.org/clean.htm I trust these guys a bit more, note their list of do's and don'ts which includes: Never put your helmet in a washing machine, dryer, microwave or dishwasher to clean it! Anyway, it's your head........Out of interest Rouxenator, have you had any big crashes resulting in helmet deformation or breaking to substantiate the claims of no damage being done by a dishwasher? Just curious. Rouxenator 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted February 22, 2016 Share Touch wood I have had very few crashes or falls, my riding style is rather cautious. That said I did have one epic fail on my commute two years ago resulting in me going down on a paved road. My neck was sore for few weeks after that and my helmet hit the road hard. It only had a slight scuff mark on it so I am still using and machine washing it. Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted February 22, 2016 Share Touch wood I have had very few crashes or falls, my riding style is rather cautious. That said I did have one epic fail on my commute two years ago resulting in me going down on a paved road. My neck was sore for few weeks after that and my helmet hit the road hard. It only had a slight scuff mark on it so I am still using and machine washing it. I think it is universally accepted that a helmet has a 1 impact tolerance.Following a crash it will have served its purpose, you should replace it I would think. raptor-22 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hboli4 Posted February 22, 2016 Share I've had my Bell for 8 years and this thread spooked me into buying a new lid this weekend! Actually never thought of the lifespan before... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted February 22, 2016 Share I think it is universally accepted that a helmet has a 1 impact tolerance.Following a crash it will have served its purpose, you should replace it I would think.The main purpose of my helmet is to allow me to take part in rides. No helmet no ride. Protecting my head is a secondary nice to have. Dicky DQ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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