Helmet size advice

[De Vlaamse Leeuw]

 

Okay so I'm buying a helmet from CRC soon, but am unsure which size to take. It only comes in two sizes. XXS - M 52-57cm, or L - XL 58-62cm. I measured my head where my old helmet usually sits, and come up with 57cm circumference.  But I'm scared it doesn't fit. Should I play it safe or go for the smaller helmet?  Oh and can't go test fit it at LBS cause I dont think these are sold locally.

 

Oh and its a lazer genesis RD time 2009 like http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=38407

KJS Verlinde2009-11-03 10:57:21

[nickc]

What I have found over the years is that the foam lining tends to compact with use so what starts off as a tight fit ends up being a little looser - a point to consider.

[De Vlaamse Leeuw]

Thanks, have gone for the smaller size