Originally Posted by
Little Darwin
Actually, higher price helmets tend to fit in one of the following (or more). Ignoring just buying at a more expensive place.
1) Lighter
2) Better air flow (cooler head)
3) Better retention systems
4) More aerodynamic
5) More "cool" factor... i.e. all the cool guys and gals wear them.
6) Constructed on machines run by high end artisan helmet constructeurs.
Agree with the first 3 points, After that cynicism kicks in.
I always buy helmets based fit, and safety. After that, I hope to find decent ventilation. If aerodynamics results in poor ventilation, I pass. Cool factor? You should see a picture of me wearing the original Bell Biker helmet, Dorky then, Dorky now.
I have always hoped that by wearing a helmet I would improve my chances of keeping myself mentallly intact if I had a bad crash