Originally Posted by
Hickeydog
New, quality helmets (aka, not wally world bought) are very similar- crash protection wise. The more expensive you go, you get more vents and a more customizable fit. Generally, anything over about $70 is just getting you the "bling" factor.
I buy on sale. Anything over $29 is bling to me. I've never found any difference in fit between a $29 and a $200 helmet. I do find a difference between manufacturers. A Bell universal fits my head the best. I bought a pretty decent one for $36.
Bob