Doesn't KBC make this helmet? I like where Klim is going with this design but they are way overpriced. They are like the Fox of the snow industry. People buy it because of the name. If they are not careful, there problems with boots and helmets will sour people of the brand.
NO! Absolutely not. KBC makes alot of the helmets out there, but not the Klim.
The price is actually low. The Klim helmet is retail at $376 and comes with an extra visor a breath guard a gore-tex liner and different cheek pads and a fancy bag.
Now, Snell tells us that this helmet ranks with the Shoei, Arai, Troylee design catagory.
So lets break this down.
Shoei V-moto base model. $434 retail and it comes with a cheap cloth bag. And I've seen visors cost $109
Arai VXpro3. Retail $605 comes with a cheap cloth bag.
Troylee Design SE2. $495 comes with fancy bag and extra visor.
Fox V3 retail $375 and no longer comes with extra visor and bag with all models.
Now please don't get me wrong. The Klim isn't the end all be all of helmets. It does need some work in the fit catagory. The helmet fits me great, but it isn't for everyone. It is an excellent helmet for a first year design.
I have been planning to do a write up comparing the Klim Shoei Fox and Bell. My testing is done, but haven't had the time to do a writeup. And this thread isn't about those.
Just a quick note on the boots. I can't even count how many Klim Adrenalin and Radium boots we sold this winter with 0 yes 0 warranty issues. And if there would happen to be an issue, Klim has by far the best warranty in the business. I deal with 100's of companies and can say this with confidence.
Sorry, about the rant. Just wanted to clear up some misconceptions.
Cheers