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I like Lazer Helmets Here is there Urban Style. They have many others.
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I always feel like an idiot wearing an aero, racing-style helmet, the only style really available around here (because don't all cyclists want to be racers?). My riding is the opposite; #partypace . I do like ventilation, the humidity around here is ludicrous, but that aero shape is just dumb. I just suck it up and wear my brain bucket. Which needs replacing, since I dropped it out of the car onto asphalt twice now. 🙄
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#28
This sounds like a problem that needs to be fixed from the INSIDE, rather than the OUTSIDE. You probably look fine to other people in any helmet. Consider working on your own image of yourself, because you will never find a bike helmet that does that trick for you.
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My image of myself is fine, thanks. Sometimes a spade is a spade.
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#33
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If I never have to wear this one again, I'll be very pleased.
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#34
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My MIPS helmet isn't a fashion statement. It's there to keep my noggin' intact if or when I collide with something harder than my skull.
IDGAF what it looks like as long as it protects my skull and its contents. That is all.
IDGAF what it looks like as long as it protects my skull and its contents. That is all.
#35
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My (limited) understanding is that most cycle helmets are designed to reduce head injuries for children if they fall over i.e. not much protection if you're an adult and hit the ground when cycling at much more than walking pace.
I wear a cycle helmet in an attempt to ensure that I get the maximum compensation for injury if a cager ploughs into me, I'll post a link shortly.
The human skull ceased evolving long before concrete and tarmac was invented.
Edit: 10 posts and no more than 5 posts a day, so I can now post this link https://www.quittance.co.uk/personal...-a-bike-helmet
I wear a cycle helmet in an attempt to ensure that I get the maximum compensation for injury if a cager ploughs into me, I'll post a link shortly.
The human skull ceased evolving long before concrete and tarmac was invented.
Edit: 10 posts and no more than 5 posts a day, so I can now post this link https://www.quittance.co.uk/personal...-a-bike-helmet
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#36
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I have to admit my first instinctual thought bubble response to the question was 'I'm not sure I really care what I look like in my helmet...or care what my helmet looks like - so long as it's functional... provides protection, good air circulation, is comfortable, etc.' Upon further reflection... I had to be told a number of years ago that the main helmet that I wear regardless of which bike I'm riding, which path I'm on or where it is taking me - is an MTB helmet. (who knew? most cyclists it turns out!) It has a little visor on it. As do my other couple of helmets. So obviously I have a preference for this style of helmet because when I see helmets without visors, they just look wrong. I also must confess - that I made a sight unseen internet purchase of a Uvex helmet - purely because I loved the color of it in the picture. Turns out this helmet also fits and feels great - and it has a little visor! - so win-win!
All this reminds me of a dear friend who claims (with a slight arrogance I might ad) she "does not care what color her car is!" ...except she won't ever buy a black car... or red, especially if it's bright red... or silver because most cars are silver... or green if it's a bright green... same with blue...
Obviously, fit, comfort, purpose, type of cycling, weather, etc. - all inform my helmet purchase decisions. But if it has a visor, looks cool and comes in a gorgeous, understated, classy color... well then
Now... how I look once I get to work after wearing a helmet.. especially in the heat.... What does one do with a cowlick, for example, once a helmet has flattened it into all directions averse?
All this reminds me of a dear friend who claims (with a slight arrogance I might ad) she "does not care what color her car is!" ...except she won't ever buy a black car... or red, especially if it's bright red... or silver because most cars are silver... or green if it's a bright green... same with blue...
Obviously, fit, comfort, purpose, type of cycling, weather, etc. - all inform my helmet purchase decisions. But if it has a visor, looks cool and comes in a gorgeous, understated, classy color... well then
Now... how I look once I get to work after wearing a helmet.. especially in the heat.... What does one do with a cowlick, for example, once a helmet has flattened it into all directions averse?
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Check out these helmets... circa 1987. Our choices were a bit limited then... I think these are all Bells if I'm not mistaken.
They did the job but I must admit... I'm grateful for innovation!
They did the job but I must admit... I'm grateful for innovation!
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Cleaning out my garage last weekend I found my first helmet, a styrofoam job from Performance with a sheer blue fabric cover. Probably from around 1990. Anyone want it? I think it hasn't gone out in the trash yet
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I have to admit my first instinctual thought bubble response to the question was 'I'm not sure I really care what I look like in my helmet...or care what my helmet looks like - so long as it's functional... provides protection, good air circulation, is comfortable, etc.' Upon further reflection... I had to be told a number of years ago that the main helmet that I wear regardless of which bike I'm riding, which path I'm on or where it is taking me - is an MTB helmet. (who knew? most cyclists it turns out!) It has a little visor on it. As do my other couple of helmets. So obviously I have a preference for this style of helmet because when I see helmets without visors, they just look wrong. I also must confess - that I made a sight unseen internet purchase of a Uvex helmet - purely because I loved the color of it in the picture. Turns out this helmet also fits and feels great - and it has a little visor! - so win-win!
All this reminds me of a dear friend who claims (with a slight arrogance I might ad) she "does not care what color her car is!" ...except she won't ever buy a black car... or red, especially if it's bright red... or silver because most cars are silver... or green if it's a bright green... same with blue...
Obviously, fit, comfort, purpose, type of cycling, weather, etc. - all inform my helmet purchase decisions. But if it has a visor, looks cool and comes in a gorgeous, understated, classy color... well then
Now... how I look once I get to work after wearing a helmet.. especially in the heat.... What does one do with a cowlick, for example, once a helmet has flattened it into all directions averse?
All this reminds me of a dear friend who claims (with a slight arrogance I might ad) she "does not care what color her car is!" ...except she won't ever buy a black car... or red, especially if it's bright red... or silver because most cars are silver... or green if it's a bright green... same with blue...
Obviously, fit, comfort, purpose, type of cycling, weather, etc. - all inform my helmet purchase decisions. But if it has a visor, looks cool and comes in a gorgeous, understated, classy color... well then
Now... how I look once I get to work after wearing a helmet.. especially in the heat.... What does one do with a cowlick, for example, once a helmet has flattened it into all directions averse?
I had a 90s Bell... a 90s *kids* Bell... I did a Google image search and can't even find anything as unattractive as I remember that helmet being...
I kind of just want to see a *picture* of it, lol.
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I mean... careful what you wish for.
In 1990 I turned 13. I remember that by 1995 or so the aero peaked profile was familiar and common enough that the crests of the alien Minbari on Babylon 5 were instantly recognizable as bike helmets
In 1990 I turned 13. I remember that by 1995 or so the aero peaked profile was familiar and common enough that the crests of the alien Minbari on Babylon 5 were instantly recognizable as bike helmets
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#41
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The Giro Sutton is my current helmet and it works really well for me without making me appear like some TDF wanna-be.
Its visor could definitely be longer on sunny days and the taillight clip bugs me because it makes a rattle with my PBSF on it. Apart from those niggles, Iʻd recommend it. The effective ventilation surprised me, since I thought it would be hotter without larger vents - proving it can be done.
Its visor could definitely be longer on sunny days and the taillight clip bugs me because it makes a rattle with my PBSF on it. Apart from those niggles, Iʻd recommend it. The effective ventilation surprised me, since I thought it would be hotter without larger vents - proving it can be done.
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My (limited) understanding is that most cycle helmets are designed to reduce head injuries for children if they fall over i.e. not much protection if you're an adult and hit the ground when cycling at much more than walking pace.
I wear a cycle helmet in an attempt to ensure that I get the maximum compensation for injury if a cager ploughs into me, I'll post a link shortly.
The human skull ceased evolving long before concrete and tarmac was invented.
Edit: 10 posts and no more than 5 posts a day, so I can now post this link https://www.quittance.co.uk/personal...-a-bike-helmet
I wear a cycle helmet in an attempt to ensure that I get the maximum compensation for injury if a cager ploughs into me, I'll post a link shortly.
The human skull ceased evolving long before concrete and tarmac was invented.
Edit: 10 posts and no more than 5 posts a day, so I can now post this link https://www.quittance.co.uk/personal...-a-bike-helmet
I'd rather be safe wearing one than not, but it is your call.
https://www.nsc.org/safety-first-blo...life.%E2%80%9D
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#44
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No such thing as a helment that makes the wearer look good.
"It is better to look good than to feel good."
"It is better to look good than to feel good."
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If you don't want to wear one, that's fine (stupid, but fine) and your decision. I just don't like all the people trying to justify it with bogus stats and inaccurate, or downright misleading, information.
Same thing with helmets on motorcycles. Although some states mandate it, I'm against making them mandatory.
You'll never catch me riding without my safety gear, but I fully support others' right to be idiots. I also reserve the right to point out they're idiots, but still support their right.
Same thing with helmets on motorcycles. Although some states mandate it, I'm against making them mandatory.
You'll never catch me riding without my safety gear, but I fully support others' right to be idiots. I also reserve the right to point out they're idiots, but still support their right.
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I can understand that if you always wear a helmet, no exceptions, it will keep you from forgetting it when you do need it. I don't see that as necessary, personally, but neither way is actually "stupid".
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#48
half the responses in this thread remind me why i gave up on forums a long while back.
some helmets ARE really ugly, or cheap or garish looking. or sit funny on your head (mushroom top) compared to others. it might have been stated better than referring to "looking like an idiot" but it's a fair question. it's not like there's a lack of choices. and if you are willing to spend more than 40 bucks you can certainly find something you like the look of. i'll tell you what, especially for someone who might be new to it and not realize why a helmet is actually important, having one they like the look of is one more incentive to actually wear it.
for instance i personally currently have the Bontrager Starvos MIPS helmet based on price, reviews, and yes i like the look of it preferred to other comparable helmets in the price range.
some helmets ARE really ugly, or cheap or garish looking. or sit funny on your head (mushroom top) compared to others. it might have been stated better than referring to "looking like an idiot" but it's a fair question. it's not like there's a lack of choices. and if you are willing to spend more than 40 bucks you can certainly find something you like the look of. i'll tell you what, especially for someone who might be new to it and not realize why a helmet is actually important, having one they like the look of is one more incentive to actually wear it.
for instance i personally currently have the Bontrager Starvos MIPS helmet based on price, reviews, and yes i like the look of it preferred to other comparable helmets in the price range.
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half the responses in this thread remind me why i gave up on forums a long while back.
some helmets ARE really ugly, or cheap or garish looking. or sit funny on your head (mushroom top) compared to others. it might have been stated better than referring to "looking like an idiot" but it's a fair question. it's not like there's a lack of choices. and if you are willing to spend more than 40 bucks you can certainly find something you like the look of. i'll tell you what, especially for someone who might be new to it and not realize why a helmet is actually important, having one they like the look of is one more incentive to actually wear it.
for instance i personally currently have the Bontrager Starvos MIPS helmet based on price, reviews, and yes i like the look of it preferred to other comparable helmets in the price range.
some helmets ARE really ugly, or cheap or garish looking. or sit funny on your head (mushroom top) compared to others. it might have been stated better than referring to "looking like an idiot" but it's a fair question. it's not like there's a lack of choices. and if you are willing to spend more than 40 bucks you can certainly find something you like the look of. i'll tell you what, especially for someone who might be new to it and not realize why a helmet is actually important, having one they like the look of is one more incentive to actually wear it.
for instance i personally currently have the Bontrager Starvos MIPS helmet based on price, reviews, and yes i like the look of it preferred to other comparable helmets in the price range.
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8 Aug: I crashed hard when my front end washed out on a gravel/pavement transition. The impact occurred at approximately 40km/h, primary impact point was on the front right of the helmet, secondary was my right shoulder. No loss of consciousness, no concussion. Severely bruised ribs, broken (cracked) humerus, and road rash. Verdict: destroyed helmet saved my life.
25 Sep (last Friday): car turned left in front of me, naturally he pleaded, "I just didn't see you". It was raining, and the rim brakes (predictably) didn't immediately engage on the carbon rims, I hit the car with my head (face) at roughly 30km/h...and the helmet is destroyed, and some bad cuts on my face. No loss of consciousness, no concussion. Face looks marginally worse than it did when I started the day. Verdict: Helmets work.
Speeds confirmed by Strava, Also, Garmin edge crash notifications work.