The new Scott Airbourne helmets are crazy light. Im not sure the exact weights but I've had TLD, Fox, Bell helmets and the Scott is by far the lightest feleing and most comfortable. Plus they look badass!
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Jay
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I am using the Bell Moto 8 and its pretty darn light.
Last season I unexpectedly came over a rise at about 35 mph and crashed into a wide snow canyon 8 feet deep. It wasn't there 2 weeks before. With out the chin guard I would have knocked out my teeth instead of just getting 8 stitches on the bottom of my chin. Open face helmets scare the hell out of me now.
Last season I unexpectedly came over a rise at about 35 mph and crashed into a wide snow canyon 8 feet deep. It wasn't there 2 weeks before. With out the chin guard I would have knocked out my teeth instead of just getting 8 stitches on the bottom of my chin. Open face helmets scare the hell out of me now.
Did you get the stitches right where the "D" ring sits?
Nope, right in front. Hit the handle bar clamps right edge. Crazy how hard an instant stop whips your head down. Even though the bars and clamps are padded a face impact without a chin/mouth guard could do some serious damage if carrying some speed. My chest protector probably saved me from breaking a collar bone too.
Heres a pic after stitches...the chin guard redirected the impact to under the helmet. Without it I was going right in for a tooth smash.
Airoh helmet, 950 grams
The Italian made Airoh, model Stelt or Aviator only weighs 950 grams.
Dont know if they sell in US, but in Europe this is an high end lightest available DOT approved helmet for dirt bike and Snowmibile use. Pretty expensive though, $400-700.
The Italian made Airoh, model Stelt or Aviator only weighs 950 grams.
Dont know if they sell in US, but in Europe this is an high end lightest available DOT approved helmet for dirt bike and Snowmibile use. Pretty expensive though, $400-700.
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madsigntist
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A bunch of us ride with the Remedy. Stupid lite and super stylish. Plus, i paid $80 shipped for it.
I might be "captain obvoius" here, but "downhill" mtn bike helmets are the same design as mx helmets, with a chin guard. He's not talking about cycling helmets like the spandex club wears.
Very well aware of what is being talked about. I'm also speaking from a bit of experience....10 years on an ambulance, and you get to see a lot of *stuff*. I know we have someone else on this thread in the medical field.
It's not pretty to see what happens to a human head/brain that isn't properly protected (winter or summer).
And yes, as with all safety gear.....it is always personal choice. No one is trying to take away YOUR choice. Just trying to give you more info to help in making that choice.
It's not pretty to see what happens to a human head/brain that isn't properly protected (winter or summer).
And yes, as with all safety gear.....it is always personal choice. No one is trying to take away YOUR choice. Just trying to give you more info to help in making that choice.
Wish I could find the link for the Fox DH lid I was sent a year ago. It not only passed the standard snell tests, but it absorbed more of the impact than a CL-X5 HJC lid. I was impressed. Reason bike helmets are not snell is: they don't have to be, $$$$ for snell ratings.
Now I own a M2R Revelation CF lid that was made in Calif. The helmets were 1000grams. They have since moved facilities to Tiawan and don't make that lid anymore.
I bought a One Industries Trooper a few years ago and for sledding, it's too heavy for a full day. I wear it DBing and have no issues.
My main lid is a 661 that's a poly lid, I know I'm not protecting myself as much as I should with a poly lid(versus CF) but I couldn't find anything as light as my original M2R.
The one thing nobody has mentioned is how the helmet fits. That should be everyone's #1 priority. The lightest, strongest, most expensive lid isn't gonna help you if it doesn't fit properly.
Edit: I own a Fox DHB and have only worn it sledding once, it was a t-shirt and shorts day and while a few in the group went helmetless, I decided to atleast throw on the DHB lid and left my normal lid in the gear bag.
Now I own a M2R Revelation CF lid that was made in Calif. The helmets were 1000grams. They have since moved facilities to Tiawan and don't make that lid anymore.
I bought a One Industries Trooper a few years ago and for sledding, it's too heavy for a full day. I wear it DBing and have no issues.
My main lid is a 661 that's a poly lid, I know I'm not protecting myself as much as I should with a poly lid(versus CF) but I couldn't find anything as light as my original M2R.
The one thing nobody has mentioned is how the helmet fits. That should be everyone's #1 priority. The lightest, strongest, most expensive lid isn't gonna help you if it doesn't fit properly.
Edit: I own a Fox DHB and have only worn it sledding once, it was a t-shirt and shorts day and while a few in the group went helmetless, I decided to atleast throw on the DHB lid and left my normal lid in the gear bag.
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check out the evs takt.. weighs 1450 grams and you can find them cheap. i love the helmet and i am glad i did not drop 5 bills on a helmet which only wieghs 600 grams less. i paid hundred bucks for mine
http://www.bikebandit.com/evs-takt-985-full-face-helmet
http://www.bikebandit.com/evs-takt-985-full-face-helmet
I downhill mountain bike quite a bit and there is no way I would wear my mountain bike helmet snowmobiling and I use one of the best full face mountain bike helmets made by Troy lee Design. The helmet is constructed to light and does not have the protection for motor sports use. Spend the money on a good quality helmet Dot/Snell approved that is properly fitted. All helmets are designed for specific applications.
Is'nt up too you on what you like too put on your head? Any helmet is better than people I see that still don't wear one.
As for the Mountain bike helmets, I am pretty sure that Giro makes one that is DOT approved. I have raced pro dh mt biking for many years and have taken some really nasty crashes smashing into rocks, trees, one that comes to mind is the crash I had going over 50mph, the helmet is still fine just a few scratches and one real shakin up me after stopped from bouncing off rocks. I would use one snowmobiling seeing the abuse they can take.
Also is it not that after every crash or impact on your lid you should check it for any cracks, dents, etc. If so you should be replacing it.
As for the Mountain bike helmets, I am pretty sure that Giro makes one that is DOT approved. I have raced pro dh mt biking for many years and have taken some really nasty crashes smashing into rocks, trees, one that comes to mind is the crash I had going over 50mph, the helmet is still fine just a few scratches and one real shakin up me after stopped from bouncing off rocks. I would use one snowmobiling seeing the abuse they can take.
Also is it not that after every crash or impact on your lid you should check it for any cracks, dents, etc. If so you should be replacing it.
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madsigntist
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Good post. I would add that any helmet should be replaced after a massive hit. Just because you can't see any visible damage, you should not assume that it still has 100% integrity. Replace it after it has saved your noodle once.
