Guiltyr1

Ok - looking to see what helmets you all have. And if you have a pic of you in it, that would be a plus. I am curious to see what the various helmets you have and how you look.. I think my right size is a medium, but the helmets I try on, seem to be huge (appearance wise).. Makes me feel like I have a mushroom head... What are some sleek good looking ones?

edit reason: apparently hooked on phonics didn't work for me

never

Size of helmets that fit will vary significantly, both between brands and within brands. I can wear anything from a medium to an XL, depending on the helmet.

And generally (well okay, always) helmets are bigger than your head which, consequently, will make your head look bigger. So don't worry about it. When you're on/around your bike, no one cares.

markhr

+1

I have, according to the tape measure, a 59cm head but my hat size varies to anything up to 63cm depending on the shape of the helmet. Go into the LBS try on the helmets and buy the one with most snug, COMFORTABLE fit (minor pressure points can become extremely painful/annoying during a long ride).

junkyard

Helmet is for protection, not style. Buy the one that will protect you.

santiago

"Looks" are obviously a personal opinion. I personally think the Giro Xen offers great protection given that it covers the back of the head more than regular helmets. I find my Xen to be very, very comfortable with a good amount of ventiliation. The bonus is that I find it looks good, too.

rankin116

I've been looking at that one as well as the Fox Flux soley for the extra protection. I need to get to a shop and try them on.

OP, right now I'm using a Bell Alchera. It's a "road" helmet, but I like the fit. They're relatively inexpensive as well.

born2bahick

Here's some people, with their helmets on!

here's another

Kyle385

I have a tall noggin, I'm cursed by this fact since no helmet fits worth a damn.

Bell X-ray comes close in regards to sitting lower on the head and not looking quite like a mushroom, but helmet manufacturers clearly have a long way to go in regards to this "universal fit" BS.

The Xen looks like a mushroom so it doesn't exactly utilize that "extra" protection, ymmv. I've personally been wanting to try the Fox Flux, hoping it'll sit lower than the Xen...

aballas

2005 model Bell Ghisallo...mainly my road helmet now...as I have a Giro Havoc I use for MTB now...(no pics of it though)

Tom Stormcrowe

As per your request, I resized your image. I just rehosted it on my Photobucket account for ya.

ProFail

The facial expression isn't ideal, but oh well.

It's a 2007 Giro Pneumo. It's a road helmet, and kind of expensive, but it fits my head well and looks good IMO.

Eh, here's one with a side-ish view.... And a better look on my face. It's a fairly sleek helmet, but it may or may not fit your head.

xcracer13

2007 Giro Indicator, affordable, looks decent, light weight, vents well.

Bike Lover

I just picked up the Lazer Genesis XC for this season:


It has a unique retention system that I thought felt good when trying on. I really don't want to test it, but I'm sure I will sometime this year.

Cheeto

I must be the odd ball with the Old style BMX helments.

Mines dark blue though.
with yellow straps.

mtnbiker66

Helmets are for sissys.

Cheeto

I like the feel/look of the "turtle shell" helements better. I also feel they offer better protection, but I doubt it does.
I like the thicker plastic shell, It doesn't crack as easy.

xcracer13

Doesn't that get hot in the summer though?

Cheeto

I really don't notice it, as that's the only helmet I've worn. Of course, in the Georgia heat it may be a different story, I'll be sure to see this summer.

I just don't like the feel of the normal helmets, I feel safer in the turtle shell style.

BigBlueToe

I also have a Xen. The reasons for my choice are similar. I went to my lbs and tried on helmets. The Xen seemed to fit my head well, and it seemed to offer more protection in back, which I was looking for, since most helmets seem to sit up on top of my big old noggin, and I was worried that if I ever fell over backwards the back of my head wouldn't be protected at all. (The Specialized helmet with the Goofy stuck on in my avatar is like that - it rides way up high on my head and offers little protection. But it was only $9.00, and I only wear it once a year - on my class bike ride with my 6th graders.) I wear the Xen for both mountain and road riding. I take the visor off or put it back on as the mood strikes me. Usually I take it off on the road and put it on off-road (am I predictable or what?) The lightness and ventilation are fine, since I never notice a problem in either area.

markhr

fwiw

I have a fox full face mtb helmet and a regular giro bike helmet

MuddyMo

I roll with the FOX Flux, black in color, to protect my dome. I like it. and like most everyone else here... I feel that it fits well and looks best to me......... Bottom line is, bicycling lids don't look great on anyone....... it is what it is, and it is necessary!

dminor 

Fox Flux sux. Fox sox sux. Nix Fox Flux/sox.

born2bahick

Is that a challenge to Junkyard for the Dr Suess award?

never

I think dminor was the award presenter so I'm not sure if he's eligible to win.

born2bahick

I see, too bad. It has the makings of quite a contest!