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Old 09-28-09, 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Flandry
My size seems to be right in the average/medium range, but i have noticed that helmets seem to fit too far back on me. Not sure what that means.

Here are some criteria/questions i've come up with:
  • The velcro attachment points for the adjustable pads inside the helmet all came off in the cold of winter. Not cool.
  • The removable, so-called visor wasn't actually enough to provide shade. I'd like it to...otherwise it's pointless.
  • I have a few bikes and would like to put lights on my helmet to minimize shuffling. Is there anything to look for to facilitate this? A dedicated mount bracket or something?
  • Wind noise is pretty annoying and i've had someone point out the http://www.slipstreamz.com products. Is there a helmet with some kind of integrated wind baffles?
  • I bike in the cold/rain a lot. I read that a helmet cover can be a great asset. Is this something that could/should come with a helmet?
I'm not sure what you mean that the helmet fits too far back on you either. Can you post a picture of what you mean?

1. I've never messed around with my helmet pads. Do you move yours a lot?

2. How much shade were you hoping for? They should just barely shade the eyes ... otherwise it would be too hard on your neck.

3. You can attach lights to your helmet ... but I have to remove my visor to do that.
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_l...=1254183226975

4. I've never really noticed this wind noise everyone talks about ... not even when I was riding in windy Manitoba.

5. You can buy helmet covers separately, but I have to remove my visor to use mine.
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_d...45524442628993
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