Originally Posted by
andr0id
It is incorrect to say that all helmets with the .gov safety sticker are equal. They are equal with regards to passing the certification test, but cast iron bucket will pass that test and you might not want to wear that on your head.
You are paying more for COMFORT, specifically a lighter helmet with more venting. If you are happy with a $40 helmet's comfort, then buy it. Otherwise work you way up $10 - $20 and try again.
I would not want to ride 60 miles in the Texas summer in a Walmart helmet, but it might work just fine if you live up north or don't go for long rides.
More vents cost more, lighter cost more, but if you are not interested in lighter, or cooler the Wally World Special will do you just fine IMHO. I live in Arizona I was out on the road at 0515 this am, and home by 0900. I was hot, sweaty, and tired. I word my Bell that cost NEW First year 100 bucks. I bought on close out for 40 bucks.
BTW I consumed 6 20 Oz. bottle of water in a little under three hours. Tell me ow hot TEXAS is I know hot.