What brand helmet do you wear?

[Jenn]

I'm just curious what people prefer. I think I'm going to stick with getting another Giro after reading the article about the man getting run over. But, I was kind of concerned that mine cracked straight through. Our friends will only wear Bell helmets. Just curious what ya'll think.

[NJBikeGal]

I wear a bell Sweep. More for the fact that it fits and has good aerodynamics for racing than anything else. Giros are nice, but a bit out of my price range compared to Bell.

[7rider]

Just curious why you are concerned that yours cracked straight through?
Sounds like it absorbed and dissipated the energy of your crash quite effectively.

That said, I have a Giro Pneumo. I like the fit better than the Atmos, and the other helmets my LBS had just didn't "do it" for me.

[mimitabby]

i am on my 3rd Bell. I like them, they fit.

[FreshNewbie]

Louis Garneau just because it was on sale and red (noticable to cars).

[indysteel]

One of the guys at my LBS mentioned the other day that Giro and Bell helmets are actually made by the same company. In my opinion, since all the helmets on the market are certified by the same organization, it's more important that the helmet fit properly and that you wear it corrently on your head. And if you take a fall at all and hit your head, be sure to replace your helmet, even if it otherwise looks okay.

Just my two cents.

[Jenn]

Just curious why you are concerned that yours cracked straight through?
Sounds like it absorbed and dissipated the energy of your crash quite effectively.

That said, I have a Giro Pneumo. I like the fit better than the Atmos, and the other helmets my LBS had just didn't "do it" for me.

OH, I just didn't know if it cracked because I bought the base model Giro...I think it was like $29.00. Granted $29.00 only let me have a mild concussion and no brain damage, but I was just curious as to the other brands.

I'm going to spend more this time and just wanted feedback from ya'll! Thank you so much for the feed back by the way!! We are going to a different LBS and I'm going to try some different types on. I know that when I hit the ground my helmet shifted and I didn't realize til the E.R. pointed out that I had bruises above my hairline and at the back of my neck, I need a helmet to fit better, which is difficult because I'm not kidding ya'll I have a HUGE head! I can't wear women's they are to small, sad but true. Wish it was ALL brain that I could use!!
Anyway, thank you all again for the input, Nashbar has a Giro I REALLY like, but I won't buy anything I can't try on, especially with this LARGE cranium!

[Python]

I've got a similar problem Jenn except that my head, like the rest of me is small. Many adult helmets were just no use except the Bell "Bella". I think I must have tried on every make of helmet in the shop! It was the only one that fitted properly and was comfortable.

I've got the same problem with glasses. Because my face is small, adult frames are miles too big. My current pair are a very fashionable teens frame. Perfect fit

[kerrybelle]

Atmos for the road because it has the most vents.

E2 for mtn also because it has the most vents.

Xen for winter it has a little more coverage and less vents.

Kerry

[Jolt]

I've got a similar problem Jenn except that my head, like the rest of me is small. Many adult helmets were just no use except the Bell "Bella". I think I must have tried on every make of helmet in the shop! It was the only one that fitted properly and was comfortable.

I've got the same problem with glasses. Because my face is small, adult frames are miles too big. My current pair are a very fashionable teens frame. Perfect fit

Ugh...I have the same exact problem! You might also try a youth size helmet if you're finding the adult ones too big. I know what you mean about glasses--I was looking for a pair of sunglasses for riding the other day (to keep not only sun but sand/dirt out of my eyes) and had a HECK of a time finding any that fit and were a good wraparound style. I finally did--I think they're a teen size; they're still slightly wider than I really need but stay on and are pretty comfortable. IMHO, they need to start making these things in small-medium-large sizes instead of one-size-fits-none!

[Derf]

Giro, but I cannot remember which model. Have had it for 3 years.

[7rider]

OH, I just didn't know if it cracked because I bought the base model Giro...I think it was like $29.00. Granted $29.00 only let me have a mild concussion and no brain damage, but I was just curious as to the other brands.

I'm going to spend more this time and just wanted feedback from ya'll! Thank you so much for the feed back by the way!! We are going to a different LBS and I'm going to try some different types on. I know that when I hit the ground my helmet shifted and I didn't realize til the E.R. pointed out that I had bruises above my hairline and at the back of my neck, I need a helmet to fit better, which is difficult because I'm not kidding ya'll I have a HUGE head! I can't wear women's they are to small, sad but true. Wish it was ALL brain that I could use!!
Anyway, thank you all again for the input, Nashbar has a Giro I REALLY like, but I won't buy anything I can't try on, especially with this LARGE cranium!

There really isn't any safety difference between a $29 helmet and a $129 helmet. As long as they meet safety standards, the only difference is in weight, airflow, and looks. A cheaper helmet may fit you just as well - or better - than an expensive helmet. And they will both protect your noggin.

But, yeah....you really have to try them on, first, to make sure they fit properly. They're sort of like shoes in that regard (at least for me, they are!).

[VeloVT]

Has anyone tried Rudy Project helmets? Or seen them in person?

I go back and forth between thinking the Rudy Project Kontact looks cool and thinking it looks clunky, but the few reviews I've read have been positive and I've considered ordering, since my Giro Eclipse is not a great fit for me (bought when I had long hair, now it's really too loose).

I think the Giro Atmos is pretty but I can't bring myself to shell out that much for a helmet...

[koala]

I have a Rudy Project Kontact -- it is my favorite helmet. I like the fit better than the Giro or the Bell, and it has a greater adjustable range, which means I can wear it in the winter with a cap, or in the summer without. It has very good airflow & a mesh netting to keep the bugs out. The straps are soft, and they have a twisting mechanism that works very well to loosen or tighten. It is not clunky, it is in fact very sleek. It does not sit heavy & low like a hard-hat, it just kind of envelopes.

I have a Giro Pneumo & a Bell Sweep, they both bother me on long rides. They start to pinch & squeeze. I'm more comfortable in the Rudy Project. I've tried on the Atmos in the LBS & won't buy -- the fit was very odd. It does not fit the same way as the Pneumo.

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

I'm not kidding ya'll I have a HUGE head! I can't wear women's they are to small, sad but true. Wish it was ALL brain that I could use!!
Anyway, thank you all again for the input, Nashbar has a Giro I REALLY like, but I won't buy anything I can't try on, especially with this LARGE cranium!

I also have a large head! hee Giro's Eclipse (Large) seems to fit me very well.