MikeCottTrials Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 As the title says . the main reason for this topic is because im thinking of buying a helmet so lets hear it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roby James124 Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 hiwhat sort of helmet you want an mtb style one or a skating style onerob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlynnP Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 i use the giro xen i think its called its nice hardly notice your wearing it and it comes down lower than some helmets and covers the back of your head nicely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeCottTrials Posted February 22, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 hiwhat sort of helmet you want an mtb style one or a skating style onerobMtb preferably Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolty Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 Giro all the way Nick.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roby James124 Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 Giro all the way Nick..met are also good rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.Wood Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 Giro gets my vote. Just find one that suits your budget.Rememeber not to skimp, could save your life and they don't exactly wear out, i was using a Giro Switchblade up until last year that i got in 2000.It's still going as a full facer too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat hudson Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 giro xens are the nicest fitting best looking most comfortable helmet hout. love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeNNy Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 Yep. Giro all the way My Giro Targa is perfect, nice and Comfortable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaffacakes Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 My Giro mx is so comfy. Takes some abuse aswell . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Lee Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 TSG Pisspot with flames 5 year old and still going strong! Need to start wearing it for trials... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mavic Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 I would seriously recomend the Giro range man wicked helmits .Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamHolmes Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Another vote for Giro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cvtrial Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Giro E2, Giro Xen, or Met 5th Element! I'm riding with Met 5th Element Good helmet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Swindlehurst Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 go 4 1 off the giro helmets good quality and very good lookin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_zoo Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Yes i agree with most people get a Giro, they look good when wearing them for trials. On the other hand i think Met helmets are good thats what i am using but its up to you.az-man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anzo Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Built in Speakers! How tacky! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
011001000110010101110010 Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 I have a Giro E2, about 2 weeks ago I fell of backwards and smashed my head on a shard rail thing. The helmet just didnt cover the spot it hit which resulted in 3 stiches. I am now seriously considering a Xen as a new helmet to prevent it from happening again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cvtrial Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Built in Speakers! How tacky!That's Giro 9 Audio, It's a freeskiing helmet, not a bicycle helmet!!! And Audio versions are not a new thing, but if you want to use that to bicycling, it's your choice hehehaha. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Why not get a pisspot? they cover the back of your head realy wel, which is good seeming as most of the time you fall backwards... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
011001000110010101110010 Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Ive got a pisspot, but I dont want to be stereotyped, 24 rider with piss post... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hulltrialser Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 giro ive had met and it died quite quickly and wanst as comfy as my xen and ill be buying anothe xen when mine breaks or gets too small.Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oleg859 Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Giro all the way mate I use a semi mx, takes nuff abuse as the outer shell is well tuff, looks cool too.olly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sixstreet Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 MET Anaxagore. Nice lid, detachable visor.Anyone got the pisspot with the speakers and the stereo jack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tank_rider Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Whatever you get make sure it fits well, thats the most important thing. Without the chin strap done up you should be able to shake and nod your head without it moving much at all, the chinstrap is there to stop it coming on upwards, not to hold it on.In terms of brands, the usual Giro, Met, Bell, Lazer etc are all good. Try to go for one with the internally adjustable band, any reasonable helmet has them now so no excuses really, they aid fitting and help comfort.Make sure the helmet suits your shape of head and is comfortable. When i went to buy a helmet i ended up spending about £20 less than i wanted as it fitted my head the best and was most comfortable.Finally, get down to a shop near you and try them on, none of this blindly ordering online stuff. Have a play with them all and find the right shape and size, the sales assistant should be able to help you get the right one for you. If you want to save a bit of cash and get it online, take a note of the make model and most importantly size, then order it from your chosen online e-tailer.Hope thats of some help, oh and yes i used to work in a bike shop so know what i'm talking about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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