I went to B&H in Manhattan today to buy Touchpad and my helmet got dropped on the floor by a clerk in bag check...
There is a 1 inch long crack at the top of the helmet.

I have to get a new helmet and would like your opinion on what to get. I need something comfy because I commute everyday.
It would be nice if the vents actually worked.

My current helmet WAS Icon Mainframe Hooligan and I liked the fit and overall comfort, although the vents didn't seem to do anything. Also there was an issue with fogging even with fog-free shield.

I was told by B&H manager to just buy new helmet and they will reimburse me... It is very tempting to get a nice Shoei helmet but I am a decent person and would feel bad to cheat them therefore I am looking for a helmet for about $250-$300.

I may consider more expensive helmets and I will just cover the difference myself.

So which helmet do you recommend?

PS. They were out of stock on TouchPads when I got to the store... all this trouble for nothing.

No advice on helmet, but

QuoteI may consider more expensive helmets and I will just cover the difference myself.

seems to me quite a deal.

Shoei RF-1100... about $380 new. Probably the best helmet I've ever put on my head. Well worth your $80.

RF-1000's are around $200 (a little more for graphic ones if you're into that) and are awesome also.

Definitely consider those.

This is why i never let anyone move/carry my helmet except me & the gf.

On the plus side, if their reimbursing you.. then its worth buying a slightly better one than you need, and like you said, covering the rest yourself.

I cant recommend any, but i hope they have the tablet in stock when you go back to them.

Try on some Arai's too, I like the Quantums.  In the lower range I really dig the flip down sunvisor in my HJC IS-16.   

-Jessie

With helmets, fit is probably more important than brand/model. Obviously, I'm not going to recommend a KBC even if it fit you like a glove... But, I wouldn't suggest getting too stuck on a brand/model. If it doesn't fit just right, it's better to buy something comparable from a different line.

BTW... Most riders wear a helmet that is too large for them.

I commute everyday and happy with my scorpion exo-1000.  It's got a good anti-fog shield.  It gets a little haze some times when it reaches it anti-fog limits but still very good.  The vents don't do much for me but it has a handy lever that allows you to crack the visor open just enough for air flow to get in.  Also has built in sun visor that I use almost every day.  A feature that I haven't used in the air pump to fit the helmet tighter.  It already fits very snug for me that I hadn't needed it.  I got mine on clearance from cyclegear for around $130.  But after searching the web just now they are selling for around $200-$300.

You do know HP killed the Touchpad don't you? They don't make it anymore and had a firesale to sell off any in stores.

Michael

If you get Shark helmets over there is the States, check em out. 

Quote from: mister on August 25, 2011, 11:47:42 PM
You do know HP killed the Touchpad don't you? They don't make it anymore and had a firesale to sell off any in stores.

Michael

Yeah, but you can get more apps for them than you can count.

















On the fingers of one hand.

I know that HP discontinued the Touchpad, that's why I want it? You get dual core tablet with 1GB of RAM for $99. Soon there will be Android port.
With that being said, anybody wants to sell me theirs? Either 16 GB or 32GB.

A helmet that cannot withstand a small fall and gets a crack in it from such would completely crumble under a heavy impact. Please tell us what this helmet was so we can make sure we avoid it.

Michael

Quote from: mister on August 27, 2011, 01:00:54 AM
A helmet that cannot withstand a small fall and gets a crack in it from such would completely crumble under a heavy impact. Please tell us what this helmet was so we can make sure we avoid it.

Michael

Quote from: kml.krk on August 25, 2011, 02:54:17 PM
My current helmet WAS Icon Mainframe Hooligan and I liked the fit and overall comfort, although the vents didn't seem to do anything. Also there was an issue with fogging even with fog-free shield.

I don't think we get them here in Oz. Maybe because of this reason.

Quote from: Twisted on August 26, 2011, 12:53:14 AM
If you get Shark helmets over there is the States, check em out. 

I read a lot of great things about Sharks when I was recently looking for a new helmet but couldn't find enough locally to get a good feel for the fit of the model I wanted. I got a Scorpion EXO-500, the update to the 1000. I'm very happy with it.

Quote from: Twisted on August 27, 2011, 07:57:14 AM

Quote from: mister on August 27, 2011, 01:00:54 AM
A helmet that cannot withstand a small fall and gets a crack in it from such would completely crumble under a heavy impact. Please tell us what this helmet was so we can make sure we avoid it.

Michael

Quote from: kml.krk on August 25, 2011, 02:54:17 PM
My current helmet WAS Icon Mainframe Hooligan and I liked the fit and overall comfort, although the vents didn't seem to do anything. Also there was an issue with fogging even with fog-free shield.

I don't think we get them here in Oz. Maybe because of this reason.

Claims to exceed Snell which is surprising if it just cracked from a short fall.. My Scorpion EXO-400 fell off the back of my bike onto concrete and barely nicked the finish on the helmet.

I also have a Scorpion EXO, mine is a 700 I believe. It's a little less expensive than what you are looking for, but I have to tell you that the vents work great! I actually feel a draft moving across my skull, very refreshing.
I haven't dropped it nor crashed so I really can't tell you how "hardy" it is but they are Snell approved.


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My Scorpion is an EXO-500 I believe. I paid just under $200 for mine, but also has the flip down tint inside the helmet. DOT and SNELL. Only beef is the liner doesn't come out for washing.

I've never ridden with a helmet that vents well, but I have heard for upright riding the Shoei Qwest is the one to get. Also hear wonderful things about the RF-1100. Qwest will probably be my next helmet. Heard the wife has one on layaway for Christmas 

I ordered RF-1100. I measured my head and it turned out I should have Medium. I got it yesterday and it's too small, but I loved it otherwise.
I have to replace it with large size. I found printable ruler for SHOEI helmets and it verified I need Large and not medium. Wish I found the ruler before.

Damn good choice. Congrats bro 

Quote from: kml.krk on August 30, 2011, 09:00:08 AM
I ordered RF-1100. I measured my head and it turned out I should have Medium. I got it yesterday and it's too small, but I loved it otherwise.
I have to replace it with large size. I found printable ruler for SHOEI helmets and it verified I need Large and not medium. Wish I found the ruler before.

No need to find a Ruler, merely pop into a store and try on the helmets to get the size, then place your order online.  Keep in mind for next time. 

Michael