Originally Posted by
Shuffleman
I was just at a bike shop and happened to hear the sales person speaking with a customer. The sales person was telling the customer that they needed a different helmet for mtb than for road.
I ride both and I use the same helmet, which is my road helmet.
Is there a difference between them? other than the visor?
2nd question. Do you keep yours for longer than the 5 year recommended duration? Personally, I keep them for as long as they are in good condition, without putting a limit on them.
To my knowledge, there's no big differences between a road bike helmet and mtn bike helmet, other than what others have said thus far (visor and "fit"). However, MIPS is a relatively new concept, so if you're looking for a new helmet anyway, you might want to consider one that has MIPS. I'm looking at the Smith Forefront, as just one example. It's pricey, but what a sweet looking helmet.