Bern Brentwood vs Nutcase?
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Bern Brentwood vs Nutcase?
Looking for a helmet, narrowed it down to these two. I've heard more about the Bern, but some of the designs for the Nutcase look fun. Anyone have any thoughts that might sway me one way or another?
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Which do you think is more low profile? One thing I hate about most helmets is they make me look like a bobble head doll. Obviously I want something that will protect my head, but low profile would be nice too.
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Because of the Zipmold construction and Sink Fit interior, it has a much lower profile than any skate helmet I've ever worn. My Brentwood is a size XXXL and it doesn't make me look like I'm wearing a VW Beetle on my head.
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Yeah - during the day when it's hot outside, my Brentwood does heat up quite a bit. I still like it better than most cycling helmets though.
Of the two helmets the OP asked about (which is what we should be discussing here), the Bern wins.
Of the two helmets the OP asked about (which is what we should be discussing here), the Bern wins.
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OP, check out the giro feature, its the only helmet that I like the way it looks on my mug, and also has good ventilation.
Here it is without the visor. Disregard lame self shot photos...
Here it is without the visor. Disregard lame self shot photos...
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The Giro looks good. I would definitely consider that- more vents and looks more 'sporty'
The thing I don't like about the Brentwood is the padded headband/visor is quite thick. If you pull it out, it's a full size too big.
I wish they used thinner padding or just a visor. the padding also put pressure on my temples, there is a snap located right there.
Brentwood is thinner than the Nutcase and lighter. The fit is different so maybe go for the one that is most comfortable.
For me, the Nutcase was more comfortable. Also like the fact Nutcases are durable- you can toss them around and not worry too much about it.
Also be aware that Brentwood sizing is way off other helmets. I believe a SM = Brentwood Med, etc. Probably because of that padding. So measure and use Bern's website for sizing measurements and try it on.
I honestly don't use them and prefer racing helmets. Much lighter, better venting. They don't look any more or less dorky to me.
The thing I don't like about the Brentwood is the padded headband/visor is quite thick. If you pull it out, it's a full size too big.
I wish they used thinner padding or just a visor. the padding also put pressure on my temples, there is a snap located right there.
Brentwood is thinner than the Nutcase and lighter. The fit is different so maybe go for the one that is most comfortable.
For me, the Nutcase was more comfortable. Also like the fact Nutcases are durable- you can toss them around and not worry too much about it.
Also be aware that Brentwood sizing is way off other helmets. I believe a SM = Brentwood Med, etc. Probably because of that padding. So measure and use Bern's website for sizing measurements and try it on.
I honestly don't use them and prefer racing helmets. Much lighter, better venting. They don't look any more or less dorky to me.
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Call me weird, but I prefer a normal road type helmet when on the road.
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Back on topic- get the Bern from those choices.
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This is very subjective. If you're decked out in a full lycra kit, I suppose you would look "dorky" wearing a skate-style helmet. If you're bombing around in shorts and a t-shirt, not so much.
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The Brentwood is Bern's most popular urban bike helmet for men (and Scrod's personal favorite because it comes in XXXL and he has a gigantic melon), featuring a removable soft visor, sunglass channels for comfortably fitting your shades and well-designed vents to keep you cool.
https://www.retro-gression.com/produc...entwood-helmet
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Rant: i dont understand why Bern helmets are so popular, Besides being a good fit and coming in XXXL. It looks like a skateboard helmet and as a result looks goofy on a bicycle. All helmets are ugly, i dont think wearing a Bern makes you any more stylish. In addition people say they're not properly vented.
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Rant: i dont understand why Bern helmets are so popular, Besides being a good fit and coming in XXXL. It looks like a skateboard helmet and as a result looks goofy on a bicycle. All helmets are ugly, i dont think wearing a Bern makes you any more stylish. In addition people say they're not properly vented.
Their "vents" aren't worth a dime though. My wife complains about her head getting hot for sure. But she bought blue to try to minimize. I imagine black would be noticably warmer on a hot sunny day.
I don't own a helmet. But seriously considering one now that I'm riding fixed with straps on my pedals. I know I'm going to have a trackstand fail at some point and lay that SOB down if I can't wiggle my foot out of the strap in time... (and that's the LEAST of my worries)
I like the vents on those GIRO helmets in this thread. Might look into those...