By Paul Smith HOT! great ventilation (23 vents) fits well good looking NOT! some creaks awkward adjustment mechanism Performance Bicycle http://www.performancebike.com/ https://amzn.to/2uqiAtA Cost: $120 MSRP ($80 retail) Source: online, Performance Bike retail How obtained: review sample RBR advertiser: no Tested: 20+ hours Thankfully, most cyclists wear a helmet these days. Prices range…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! Noticeably light Sizing/retention system dials in snug fit Look, Ma – no bugs! Attractive, low-profile styling Favorable price for a lightweight lid NOT! Low profile means less ventilation Straps need readjusting if helmet moved on head www.albabici.com Cost: MSRP $99.99 Source: Retail, online How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no…
By Laurel-Lea Shannon HOT! 18 air vents Light weight (12 oz) Easily adjusted with a dial-in micrometric disc Padded chin clasp Bug net Eyewear docking system NOT! Not all cyclists like to wear these types of colors. rudyprojectusa.com Cost: MSRP $254 Weight: Small/Medium: 12 oz / 349 grams; Large: 13 oz / 374 grams …
By Ed Pavelka HOT! lightweight conservative styling bug screen in front vents wide range of size adjustment NOT! poor internal airflow not really “the world’s lightest helmet” www.limar.com Price: $200 Source: bikeshops, websites Made in: China Sizes: M, L Weight: 245 grams, 8.75 oz. (size L tested) Features: meets U.S. CPSC and Australian AZ./NZS…
By Joshua Cohen HOT! ethereal weight great air circulation via huge vents comfortable, secure retention system women’s model too NOT! expensive potential sunburn for the follicularly challenged www.specialized.com Price: $210 Source: website, bike shops Weight: 245 grams Colors: black, silver, white, blue, plus pro team colors How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Tested: …
