Helmet (road bike)

[wbmkk]

I'm going to buy a helmet now that I havbe taken up cycling again after quite a few years absence, but there is an awful lot to choose from.

True you don't want too cheap, as your life could be at stake, but surely some of them are over-priced.

Are there any recommendations from the readers

I go walking in the mountains and know that quality is always far more important than cost, where 'safety' is concerned.

Any tips would be appreciated

Regards !

 

[numbnuts]

This thread will end up fistie cuffs and 10 paces never, never ask about helmets you have broken the golden rule

 

[phil_hg_uk]

It will end in tears I tell you

 

[jeltz]

I suspect that the protection factor is pretty similar for all helmets. They are only going to offer limited protection against hitting a kerb or the road.

As far as I can tell price seems to reflect weight, ventilation and fashion.

 

[gavintc]

Can we lock the thread now please

 

[GrasB]

I use a Lazer Excalibur when riding off-road but you'll probably get a few funny looks riding on road with it.

 

[mr Mag00]

giro monza seems good value

 

[oxbob]

A £40 helmet will give you the same protection as a £100 one.The difference will be in weight,venting and more adjustment options.I use a Giro Atmos

 

[Garz]

Don't get one with a visor on.

..or if you do just take it off before wearing it!

 

[ACS]

Specialized Bicycles Air Force Helmets

Air force 3 ticks all the boxes and will not leave your wallet empty

 

[Garz]

and there was me thinking it was going to be emblazoned with the RAF logos!

 

[ACS]

and there was me thinking it was going to be emblazoned with the RAF logos!

Given the probable outcome of this thread maybe that should be corrected to read ‘targets’

 

[ttcycle]

Another +1 for the Giro Atmos - fits really well, good ventilation and you'll probably find it cheaper online.

 

[wbmkk]

Thanks for all the tips

I'll pop to my local Evans or Edinbugh Cycles and see what I fancy.

Regards !

 

[Downward]

Don't get one with a visor on.

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