Originally Posted by
lil brown bat
I have to slightly disagree with some posters -- I think fit is very much related to safety. A poorly fitting helmet won't sit on your head right, and thus can't be counted on to protect you in a fall. Because of this, I think it's worth spending extra if needed to get the right fit and straps that adjust well and don't go readjusting themselves.
+100000000000. I see people all the time whose helmets are tipped back on their head, that aren't even close to being adjusted correctly. You don't have to spend a million dollars, but spending a little extra for something like Bell's "GPS" system (or similar from other manufacturers) is worth it.