Originally Posted by
DropBarFan
Helmets can get better still for commuters/tourers. Cooling slots can have sliding bits to rain-proof so one doesn't need a helmet cover. Current helmet covers don't allow for helmet-mounted lights. & current helmets aren't designed (with 1 or 2 minor exceptions) to accommodate lights. Should be a front & rear std light bracket plus optional top-mounted battery bracket. Helmet light a valuable addition to bike-mounted lights esp to see on sides & around sharp corners.
Modern helmets are light so they don't have much padding anymore & replacement pads not available on many older models. Fine for crit racers & fitness riders but a nice commuting/touring helmet might have gel-cushion strips. On long rides I find even a light helmet can feel a bit uncomfortable.
One thing that would concern me with any helmet mounted light is the point loading that'd result if in a fall that light hit first and didn't immediately snap off. The light would put a lot of prssure on one small area of the helmet. I wonder too if mounting a light on a helmet would void any warranty.
Cheers