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looney662 · 08-15-2008, 02:22 PM

I’ve been riding without a helmet on a couple runs (

), should have been the first thing I bought. Since I’m spending money on my bike, it’s time to put some funds towards some protection. So many choices! Which one should I get? Which helmet offers the best protection / comfort? What should I look for in a helmet? Is a full face a bit too much for trail / all mountain runs? Any input on the helmets below? Thanks for the help

1. Giro Animas

2. Bell Delirium

3. Giro Havoc

4. Giro Xen

5. Bell Variant

6. Giro Hex

7. Fox Flux

Keith B · 08-15-2008, 02:27 PM

Best fitting helmets I found were the Fox and the Xen. I went for Fox second time around as it was a fair slice cheaper than the Xen. Having said that my noggin a weird shape but I always figured these things were solid polystyrene inside so a little hacking here and there cant be too bad if for some reason your head doesnt fit one so well - try not to do that of course!

station · 08-15-2008, 02:40 PM

Ive found that the Fox and Bell have the best fit, but the Giro Xen kind of looks the coolest to me.

Lovin · 08-15-2008, 02:40 PM

I have a Havoc, but I want to get a Xen. The pads in my Havoc are shot. The padset in the Xen look a lot more comfy.

DISCO · 08-15-2008, 02:42 PM

Mine is a Xen, and it is comfy. Next one will be the Hex because the venting looks better than all the others, if I don't go full face that is...

jeffj · 08-15-2008, 03:26 PM

I had a Giro E2 for the past several years and liked it a lot, but recently picked up a new Xen on closeout from Wheelworld for $79 and I be lovin' the new lid.

Still, you should try a helmet on before buying. Everyone isn't blessed with the same sized and shaped 'jug'.

mazer75 · 08-15-2008, 03:31 PM

I have a large, fairly round-ish dome, and I have found the Giro Hex to be quite comfortable. My brains is safe!

DownHillPhil · 08-15-2008, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by looney662

I’ve been riding without a helmet on a couple runs (

), should have been the first thing I bought. Since I’m spending money on my bike, it’s time to put some funds towards some protection. So many choices! Which one should I get? Which helmet offers the best protection / comfort? What should I look for in a helmet? Is a full face a bit too much for trail / all mountain runs? Any input on the helmets below? Thanks for the help

Definitely do not get a full-face for trail runs. You will have a terrible time trying to stay cool and get adequate air intake.

amor587 · 08-15-2008, 03:53 PM

I have the Giro Xen, fits me perfect and is super comfortable, and not bad on ventilation. With that said the next helmet will be the Xen again.

RED5 · 08-15-2008, 03:59 PM

I have an egg head, so the Giro Xen didn't fit me that well, got a Bell Variant - LOVE THIS HELMET!!!

dutch · 08-15-2008, 08:30 PM

loving my hex!!! that said, I know some people who haven't liked it.

For the most part, a helmet's a helmet, they all meet the same standards for safety. some will have different fit systems and different amounts of venting, so I'd look for the helmet that fits you the best (first priority), and has plenty of ventilation (second priority). Once those two are satisfied (if you still have multiple choices that satisfy the first two requirements), then looks is the third priority.

Bonnie · 08-15-2008, 08:34 PM

get the one that is most comfortable for you. The more vents the more ventelation (sp?) i.e. cooler.... Different brands work different on different heads. They all work the same as far as safety is concerned.

jake · 08-15-2008, 08:39 PM

Last time I shopped out helmets I tried Bell Giro and Fox. Bell and Giro seem lighter and have better air flow but the Fox fit me the best so that's the one I bought and have been using for the past year. Try them all and figure out which one hugs your dome.

jamisjake · 08-15-2008, 10:30 PM

Fox Flux--it kicks a$$!! Tough, ventilates well and it looks good. Although, the Xen does look great.

J_Sims · 08-15-2008, 10:33 PM

I can tell you that I have a Bell Delirium hanging in my garage next to a Giro Xen but I always have a FOX Flux on my melon.... Unless on the DH bike then Only Troy Lee will do

But bottom line buy what fits and fits well it is your head

looney662 · 08-16-2008, 01:09 AM

Thanks for the input. Much appreciated!

Where can I find a Fox Flux? I want to give it a try before deciding. Thanks!

J_Sims · 08-16-2008, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by looney662

Thanks for the input. Much appreciated!

Where can I find a Fox Flux? I want to give it a try before deciding. Thanks!

I got mine at The Path in Tustin.........

strobelite · 08-16-2008, 01:43 AM

find what fits and is comfortable. they are all CPSC certified.

mottmcfly · 08-16-2008, 01:45 AM

One more vote for the Xen. My favorite non full face so far.

Thanks,

Mott

strobelite · 08-16-2008, 01:49 AM

the xen is what im using now, most comfortable fit yet........

but it depends on yer noggin.

08-15-2008, 02:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
looney662 Member	MTB Helmet I’ve been riding without a helmet on a couple runs (), should have been the first thing I bought. Since I’m spending money on my bike, it’s time to put some funds towards some protection. So many choices! Which one should I get? Which helmet offers the best protection / comfort? What should I look for in a helmet? Is a full face a bit too much for trail / all mountain runs? Any input on the helmets below? Thanks for the help 1. Giro Animas 2. Bell Delirium 3. Giro Havoc 4. Giro Xen 5. Bell Variant 6. Giro Hex 7. Fox Flux

08-15-2008, 02:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
Keith B Professional Lion Tamer	Best fitting helmets I found were the Fox and the Xen. I went for Fox second time around as it was a fair slice cheaper than the Xen. Having said that my noggin a weird shape but I always figured these things were solid polystyrene inside so a little hacking here and there cant be too bad if for some reason your head doesnt fit one so well - try not to do that of course! __________________ "I once met three guys named pain, suffering and sacrifice. Now, we're inseperable. We're best friends"

08-15-2008, 02:40 PM	#3 (permalink)
station Is this thing on?	Ive found that the Fox and Bell have the best fit, but the Giro Xen kind of looks the coolest to me. __________________ www.singletrackminded.com http://lagunacycleryshop.blogspot.com/ www.bikehugger.com www.lagunaartmuseum.org

08-15-2008, 10:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
jamisjake STR Veteran	Fox Flux--it kicks a$$!! Tough, ventilates well and it looks good. Although, the Xen does look great. __________________ "If we ever forget that we are 'One Nation under God', then we are one nation gone under!" -President Ronald Reagan

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08-15-2008, 02:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lovin Calmer 'n you are	I have a Havoc, but I want to get a Xen. The pads in my Havoc are shot. The padset in the Xen look a lot more comfy.

08-15-2008, 02:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
DISCO Banned	Mine is a Xen, and it is comfy. Next one will be the Hex because the venting looks better than all the others, if I don't go full face that is...

08-15-2008, 03:26 PM	#6 (permalink)
jeffj F.M.O.C.	I had a Giro E2 for the past several years and liked it a lot, but recently picked up a new Xen on closeout from Wheelworld for $79 and I be lovin' the new lid. Still, you should try a helmet on before buying. Everyone isn't blessed with the same sized and shaped 'jug'.

08-15-2008, 03:31 PM	#7 (permalink)
mazer75 STR Veteran	I have a large, fairly round-ish dome, and I have found the Giro Hex to be quite comfortable. My brains is safe!

08-15-2008, 03:53 PM	#9 (permalink)
amor587	I have the Giro Xen, fits me perfect and is super comfortable, and not bad on ventilation. With that said the next helmet will be the Xen again. __________________ Yeti-ya-he-who! http://www.travbuddy.com/widget_map_...php?id=3291361

08-15-2008, 03:59 PM	#10 (permalink)
RED5 Banned	I have an egg head, so the Giro Xen didn't fit me that well, got a Bell Variant - LOVE THIS HELMET!!!

08-15-2008, 08:30 PM	#11 (permalink)
dutch STR Veteran	loving my hex!!! that said, I know some people who haven't liked it. For the most part, a helmet's a helmet, they all meet the same standards for safety. some will have different fit systems and different amounts of venting, so I'd look for the helmet that fits you the best (first priority), and has plenty of ventilation (second priority). Once those two are satisfied (if you still have multiple choices that satisfy the first two requirements), then looks is the third priority.

08-15-2008, 08:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
Bonnie Junior Member	get the one that is most comfortable for you. The more vents the more ventelation (sp?) i.e. cooler.... Different brands work different on different heads. They all work the same as far as safety is concerned.

08-15-2008, 08:39 PM	#13 (permalink)
jake c('.'c)	Last time I shopped out helmets I tried Bell Giro and Fox. Bell and Giro seem lighter and have better air flow but the Fox fit me the best so that's the one I bought and have been using for the past year. Try them all and figure out which one hugs your dome.

08-15-2008, 10:33 PM	#15 (permalink)
J_Sims	I can tell you that I have a Bell Delirium hanging in my garage next to a Giro Xen but I always have a FOX Flux on my melon.... Unless on the DH bike then Only Troy Lee will do But bottom line buy what fits and fits well it is your head __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

08-16-2008, 01:09 AM	#16 (permalink)
looney662 Member	Thanks for the input. Much appreciated! Where can I find a Fox Flux? I want to give it a try before deciding. Thanks!

08-16-2008, 01:43 AM	#18 (permalink)
strobelite Banned	find what fits and is comfortable. they are all CPSC certified.

08-16-2008, 01:45 AM	#19 (permalink)
mottmcfly	One more vote for the Xen. My favorite non full face so far. Thanks, Mott __________________ Matt13 "Dont I feel stupid..... I read the thread title, not once, but twice as "Our Reindeer Lives". And I thought, who the hell owns a reindeer????"

08-16-2008, 01:49 AM	#20 (permalink)
strobelite Banned	the xen is what im using now, most comfortable fit yet........ but it depends on yer noggin.

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