Expensive…But Worth It?

[rmk8000]

I don't really think this would be necessary for snowmobiling because unless you crash into a tree or a rock or something chances are you won't experience a hard head impact like you would if you crashed on a motocross track and If you suck at riding dirt bikes like I do your way more likely to crash a bike then a sled.

 

[xrated]

I don't really think this would be necessary for snowmobiling because unless you crash into a tree or a rock or something chances are you won't experience a hard head impact like you would if you crashed on a motocross track and If you suck at riding dirt bikes like I do your way more likely to crash a bike then a sled.

I take it you have never been pitched off the sled when the snow has a ice/crust layer near the top.

 

[sledfreak89]

I don't really think this would be necessary for snowmobiling because unless you crash into a tree or a rock or something chances are you won't experience a hard head impact like you would if you crashed on a motocross track and If you suck at riding dirt bikes like I do your way more likely to crash a bike then a sled.

I agree. PLUS, chances are there is fluffy snow on the ground and not dirt or rocks.

Its always good to see the market evolving in safetey though. I have bought $500 helmets in the past that are down to 150 now. So if this is good technology and continues to progress maybe all helmets will be this safe and have a reasonable price.

 

[Blown Motor]

All good information guys! Thanks for keeping this on topic!!

 

[BIG C]

Are they made in the USA ?

 

[Blown Motor]

Are they made in the USA ?

To be honest, I would have to look into this for you!

 

[av8er]

I used to wear a $750 ARAI helmet when I rode my R1

My sledding helmet was $200 new retail, but I would run my bike on the pavement over 100 mph, I ride my sled on the snow , not over 60 mph, but i think the technology is great, looks like a great helmet, I would maybe pay around $400 for one

 

[Destroyer]

It's an awesome Idea. I spent 400.00 on my current lid. If I would of known about this technology, I would of considered one for sure. I'm hoping by next season they come down in price. I'll buy one. I race MX too, so I would use it for that as well. Dirt Hurts way more than snow, but you can rattle your melon off a rock or tree to just as easy.

P.S The engineer dude looks exactly like Clint Eastwood!!!!!!!!

 

[winter brew]

For a little more protection of your melon over some already very good helmets I think $750 is a stretch....but if they can combine this with a very light weight, adjustable amounts of ventilation, comfort and all the other stuff that is rarely found in any one helmet, then it might fly....and if they sell enough, then the price can drop if they choose.
Weight and ventilation seems just as important to sledders as protection...the only thing I worry about hitting is trees and other sleds.

 

[Blown Motor]

I took a look around and there seem to be a couple helmets in this price range or more, from very respectable companies out there. Shoei, Arai etc. It would be interesting to know how many of those lids are sold each year vs. say a 350 dollar fly, or 400-500 dollar Troy Lee or Fox.

Also, I know this is talking moto, but it would be interesting to see what the average moto helmet worn price point is. I realize most of those guys are not paying for their product, but it would be neat to know….

 

[Destroyer]

Just looking at our CMRC MX circuit in saskatchewan. I would say the avg. spent is between 250-300.

 

[ak ryda]

While I agree that most people will have that mentality, I think that your chances of ringing your brain is somewhat higher than being caught in an avalanche, and there is no shortage of people paying 700-1200 dollars for avy bags. Thanks for replying Larry!!

I ride moto in the summer and this is very cool technology. Thanks for posting this (among other threads that provide great conversation and reading here on the forum).

I however do not see the comparison between this helmet and an avy bag. It is apples vs. oranges.

99% of the people I see riding are already wearing a helmet. The vast majority of which are DOT/Snell approved and do a good job of protecting riders from crashes that are a common occurrence (for me anyhow). There are TONS of low cost protection options.

Avy bags are worn by MAYBE 10% of riders in avy country. Avy's are an extremely rare occurrence. Besides awareness and training, there are no low cost protection options available in terms of avy bags.

 

[Blown Motor]

Great Points!

I ride moto in the summer and this is very cool technology. Thanks for posting this (among other threads that provide great conversation and reading here on the forum).

I however do not see the comparison between this helmet and an avy bag. It is apples vs. oranges.

99% of the people I see riding are already wearing a helmet. The vast majority of which are DOT/Snell approved and do a good job of protecting riders from crashes that are a common occurrence (for me anyhow). There are TONS of low cost protection options.

Avy bags are worn by MAYBE 10% of riders in avy country. Avy's are an extremely rare occurrence. Besides awareness and training, there are no low cost protection options available in terms of avy bags.

Very valid points, and I appreciate the response as to our other threads, I work hard trying to participate creatively on here for you guys! Plus I want to learn as much as I can to better our business. I agree with your statement, it is like comparing apples to oranges, I was looking at it more in a basic black and white way though, that people still don't see avy packs as a necessity, much as a $750 dollar helmet isn't a necessity, but they still sell like crazy.

 

[WyoBoy1000]

I rode a bike as a kid without a helmet.

taught me to use my brains to think it through before using my brain as padding, but if I had so much money I needed the right off, sure I'll take one.
Would be more likely to take one if I was a big time jumper, pro hill climb, dropper, lake racer, etc..

 

[hornson3]

Price seems pretty high for what most people will spend on a helmet. Growing up in the mid west we pretty much wore a helmet to keep our head warm. I know that sounds kinda lame, but anyone who rode as a kid at -20 back in the 70s know what I'm talking about. I think that the helmets that we all wear today offer us as much protection as we need under most conditions. Sure there are accidents where helmets are destroyed and the person walks away unhurt and then there are times when the person isn't so fortunate. I guess it all boils down to what you feel your level of protection needs to be. Some riders feel they need it all, where others get by with the basics. To each is own. Just my .02

 

[likkerpig]

I'd be more concerned with breaking my neck than a head injury.

 

[mtsummitx]

I would never pay $750.00 for a helmet, and I don't own an avy pack either and probably never will. Sure, you can say I'm cheap, or give me the old line about how much money is invested in truck, trailer, sleds, coat, boots, ect etc etc, what's a little more $$$ for your safety? But where do you draw the line?? Snowmobiling, along with many other things we do carry certain risks, always will. Yes you can minimize those risks, but again at what cost. I can remember the days when snowmobiling gear was boots, coat, gloves, bibs, helmet, and facemask. That was it. We didn't have beacons, shovels, probes for years!! The word avalance was rarely even mentioned, but now we have beacons for everyone, and at least one shovel per rider (2 in some cases, 1 in sled, 1 in back pack) and a couple sets of probes. Snowmobiling has gotten increasingly expensive enough over the years with all the usual costs associated with it, let alone adding on outfitting a family of riders with $1000.00 avy packs, and $750.00 brain buckets. Safety is great, and good on them that can afford these things, but they are not in my budget. Maybe some day we will all just ride around on our sleds in a heated shock absorbing bubble that floats on top of the snow.

 

[TIM]

currently using a $100 helmet. I would like a new one next season. But i wont spend that much on a helmet. can't have the helmet cost more than my daily driver.

 

[Matte Murder]

Head injuries were studied hard after the Dale Earnhardt incident. What was found was that impacts to the head were rarely fatal. Guys got concussed but VERY rarely killed from impact and we are talking 160G impacts that had guys heads bouncing off roll bars. Like likerpig said its the neck that is the weak link. The most dangerous thing I do in the mountains is rip down the icy trail to the backcountry at 80mph or ride in avy zones. I was supe impressed with the new Motorfist helmet and it's only $250 full retail. I use a Arai which is a little over $500. I want good protection but fit, weight, and ventilation are my deciding factors. So much of where I ride is 5-15mph sideways across the hill. I'd really just like to where a snowboard helmet but I don't want my teeth knocked out on the bars.

 

[Pro-8250]

If I remember correctly the DOT is the minimum standard for a snowmobile/motorcycle helmet than can be made or sold in the USA. I personally don't use minimum standards when it comes to helmets any more than I would for brake pads, rotors, or tires for my trucks. I think this is a great thread and I learned a lot. Thanks!
Keep it going.

(Destroyer, I thought the same thing on the Clint Eastwood thing!)