Which helmet do you use?

[Becky]

I'm one of those people with a "Giro head". As much as I like the Bell styles, they don't fit my head shape. Currently, I have a Giro Kaya, a Skyla, and an E2. I'm cheap- I don't like to spend more than about $50 on a helmet, mostly because I know that I'll have to replace it at some point.

[jobob]

I think if you get a helmet from one of the major makers, and/or you're sure that is has passed all the noggin protection tests, you'll be fine.

I still have the box from my dearly departed Bell Furio and the price tag on it shows $55, altho REI has it for $64.

$50-ish is probably a good lower price point for a well-made helmet. Not sure what you get with the pricier brands, but I'll be checking them out as well, in case I'm missing out on something.

[pinkbikes]

The Giro Skyla is a good fit for smallish heads. I really like it. My other helmet is a Bell Cognito which also seems to be a good fit for a small head.

[ny biker]

$50-ish is probably a good lower price point for a well-made helmet. Not sure what you get with the pricier brands, but I'll be checking them out as well, in case I'm missing out on something.

I buy a more expensive helmet because I want lots of vents. To say that I do not deal well with hot humid weather is an understatement. So I need maximum cooling. And considering the problems I have with neck and shoulder pain when I ride, I figure a lighter helmet is good, too.

[jobob]

That's what I heard as well. I'll be shopping around soon.

[Veronica]

I use the Skyla.



Not nearly as "impressive" as Jo's (Thank goodness!) here's mine after I tumbled down a 10 foot cliff. The dents are where I hit rocks or trees.

Veronica

[jobob]

Heh, a contest I'd just as soon not win.

[ASammy1]

Thanks for posting the pics Jobob and Veronica. We could all use a reminder now and then why we wear helmets.

Glad to hear that everyone is ok.