Originally Posted by lucille

I used to wear an inexpensive Bell a helmet that fit very well, but found it too hot in the summer. Especially on longer rides or on tour. I bought a Giro Atmos when it went on sale in the fall 6 years ago, and just replaced it with a new Atmos. I found that the reduced weight and better venting made a big difference in my comfort level, so to me it's well worth the money.