Nicomrs Posted January 19, 2020 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me rida my bicycle Posted January 19, 2020 Share 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 ???? Dwayne Redelinghuys 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthieup Posted January 19, 2020 Share Check the leatt dbx3 Edited January 20, 2020 by matthieup Albie erasmus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V18 Posted January 19, 2020 Share 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.) Me rida my bicycle and Jako De Wet 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted January 19, 2020 Share Check the LeaTT dbx3 fixed it matthieup 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizkit031 Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted January 20, 2020 Share I'm still using a Bell I got in 2013. Every other week I pop it in the dishwasher to keep it smelling fresh. SwissVan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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. Rouxenator 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne pudding Mol Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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 Danger Dassie, solty, Hairy and 5 others 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebob Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jehosefat Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthieup Posted January 20, 2020 Share fixed it thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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 disgustingLOL 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. Wayne pudding Mol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redrush Posted January 20, 2020 Share Fox Proframe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted January 20, 2020 Share Pics of the helmut in the dishwasher or it never happened? Duane_Bosch 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouxenator Posted January 20, 2020 Share 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. Wayne pudding Mol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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