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  1. #1
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    Mar 2009
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    Belgium
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  2. #2
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    May 2006
    Location
    Hillsboro, OR
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    Yep, I'm a Bell head. They are not attractive, but they are generally the most comfy for me. I have an Alechera and just got a Metro for 'commuting'.

    I also have a Giant helmet that I do wear when it is extremely hot out (extra good venting and it's white), but it's not as comfy as my Bell.

    My husband fits better in his Giant than a Bell - so head shape really plays a big role.
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  3. #3
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Location
    Australia
    Posts
    271
    Yes - it's all in the head shape! I have a smallish head and find most adult helmets way too big and a sloppy fit. I have a Bell for my night helmet (brackets for lights on it) and a Giro Skyla for my day helmet, both of which are adolescent sizing.

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Apr 2005
    Location
    Vancouver, BC
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    I had a fantastic Bell Sweep R. Loved it. But it got a lot of abuse so I replaced with a Bell Furio (less expensive). Nice but not quite as nice as my Sweep R, so I ordered a new Sweep R from a shop. I just picked up the helmet and paid for it, I was so convinced it would be like my previous one.

    Well, not so much. I don't think my head has gotten bigger, but the helmet doesn't feel the same at all. A bit tight even. And I can't adjust it to fit better, it's already at the max setting.

    I'm quite sad now, and annoyed, as I'll most likely cave in and buy a new helmet by the summer.

  5. #5
    Join Date
    Feb 2006
    Location
    San Antonio, TX
    Posts
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    I always thought I had a Giro head, but they discontinued my size, s/m. The S is too small and M is too big. So, I recently got the lazer genesis (size XS/M) and it fits great. It has this really nice adjustable system that you dial in from the top to a really snug comfortable fit on many different heads, and its very pony tail friendly (sits above the ponytail so you don't have to stick it through anything). I like that its easy to adjust with different layers underneath. I am really happy with mine, and got it on sale last year.
    Last edited by Triskeliongirl; 04-08-2009 at 08:12 AM.

  6. #6
    Join Date
    Nov 2005
    Location
    Between the Blue Ridge and the Chesapeake Bay
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    5,203
    I have no idea what size or shape my head is. Get the helmet that fits you the best and has features that you value (lots of vents/few vents, adjustable in back, ponytail space, etc.) Try on a bunch and go with the one that's best for you. That one for me is Bell Ghisallo, but that's just me.

  7. #7
    Join Date
    Sep 2008
    Posts
    44
    I wear a specialized helmet, its really light and I love it. I never get neck pain or anything from wearing it to long. I'd definately buy the same helmet again if I needed a new one!

    Hope this helps!


 

 

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