Helmets?

[Nicomrs]

Hi all,

 

Im looking for a new helmet, i mostly do singletrack epic like terrain, not a lot of open roads. I am planning to do some enduro races this year but im also considering doing the epic next year. I will do some stage races this year.

 

Im looking for a good helmet that fits the needs of enduro and xc.

 

Sugestiond please.

[Me rida my bicycle]

I used the Giro Fixture mips, good value. Now using a Scott Vivo plus. Both good for all day riding, good coverage and both properly crash tested ????

[matthieup]

Check the leatt dbx3

Edited January 20, 2020 by matthieup

[V18]

Kali protective brought out a new breathable full face. I really think breathable full face helmets make sense and is slowly creeping into the norm Most face plants happen when you don't expect it. (Not always after you scream STRAAAVVAAA, spray paint your teeth silver and WITNESS MEEEE.)

[DieselnDust]

  On 1/19/2020 at 7:48 PM, matthieup said:

Check the LeaTT dbx3

 

 

fixed it 

[Bizkit031]

  On 1/19/2020 at 8:43 PM, V18 said:

Kali protective brought out a new breathable full face. I really think breathable full face helmets make sense and is slowly creeping into the norm Most face plants happen when you don't expect it. (Not always after you scream STRAAAVVAAA, spray paint your teeth silver and WITNESS MEEEE.)

Won’t get it in South Africa.

[Rouxenator]

I'm still using a Bell I got in 2013. Every other week I pop it in the dishwasher to keep it smelling fresh. 

[Long Wheel Base]

  On 1/20/2020 at 6:43 AM, Rouxenator said:

I'm still using a Bell I got in 2013. Every other week I pop it in the dishwasher to keep it smelling fresh. 

LOL when I saw your name pop up in a helmet thread it reminded me of your cleaning technique and was going to ask if you still do it.

[Wayne pudding Mol]

  On 1/20/2020 at 6:43 AM, Rouxenator said:

I'm still using a Bell I got in 2013. Every other week I pop it in the dishwasher to keep it smelling fresh. 

my wife still blames you for this habit - apparently the dog licking the plates in the dishwasher is fine but the sweat off my head is disgusting

[thebob]

Bell Sixer and Bell 4Forty are both highly recommended!

 

Also, cleaning the helmet in the dishwasher does not seem like the smartest idea. The heat could be enough to damage the foam and the glue holding it together. Some warm water and mild detergent (shampoo for example) is recommended by helmet manufacturers and is how I have always done it

Edited January 20, 2020 by the_bob

[Jehosefat]

Can recommend the Leatt DBX 3 Enduro helmet as well.

 

It has a removable chin bar so you can use it as a full-face helmet for the enduro races and as an open-face helmet when you are doing more xc/marathon riding. It feels a bit heavier than a dedicated xc helmet but not enough that I feel the need to buy a lighter helmet just for the longer rides.

[matthieup]

  On 1/19/2020 at 8:59 PM, DieselnDust said:

fixed it 

thanks

[Long Wheel Base]

  On 1/20/2020 at 7:13 AM, Waynemol said:

my wife still blames you for this habit - apparently the dog licking the plates in the dishwasher is fine but the sweat off my head is disgusting

LOL we have the same problem with our dogs. They either lick the plates or drink the coffee/tea/juice mixture that lies in the door before closing it.

[Redrush]

Fox Proframe 

[Headshot]

Pics of the helmut in the dishwasher or it never happened?

[Rouxenator]

  On 1/20/2020 at 3:08 PM, Headshot said:

Pics of the helmut in the dishwasher or it never happened?

https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/157524-how-often-should-you-replace-your-helmet/?p=2828491

 

Been doing it for years.

 

Keyboards, Motherboards, bike parts, the clogged up window washer spayers for a Peugeot 407, sandals, phone covers - these are but a few of the things I successfully clean in my dishwasher.