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And btw, there's a high probability that you would have gotten hurt even more without that helmet.
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From the Alias site (http://shop.aliasmx.com/UC1-HELMET-BLACKWHITE_p_757.html):
Specs:
- Lightweight Carbon-Fiber and Kevlar reinforced, Fiberglass shell construction.
- Dual density EPS liner.
- Dri-Lex® Removable and washable comfort liner for enhanced moisture wicking.
- Multiple intake and exhaust ports to keep you cool.
- ECE R22.05 and DOT Certified.
About ECE Certification:
The ECE standard motorcycle helmet certification, R22.05, is the most widely used in the world. It is recognized or required by over 50 countries and every major racing organization, such as AMA, WERA, FIM, CCS, Formula USA and MotoGP.
ECE testing is currently the most rigorous and most up-to-date helmet standard. For the most part, it is a combination of testing procedures also completed by DOT and Snell, with a few additional requirements.
ECE tests:
Impact absorption by dropping helmet onto a flat anvil
Testing chin strap buckle for slippage
Chin strap material is tested for tension failure at over 670 lbs. of force
Testing for abrasion resistance
Shell is tested for deformation under weight of nearly 150 lbs.
Visor is tested as an integral part of the helmet
To gain ECE certification, a manufacturer must send a batch of 50 production versions of the helmet for independent testing. The testing is done in a third party lab with witnesses from both the manufacturer and the ECE in order to grant certification.
If you read the entire thread you would see someone asked me to check the info on the inside. I did and posted pics.
The OP was asking questions about the helmet. I gave the only comparisons I had to go by!
WTF are there so many negative posts here. Like every post is picked for an argument...
From what I know about helmets, passing the ECE standard is just as hard as passing the SNELL standard. IMO, SNELL helmets add unnecessary weight.
For the longest time, and still until this day, Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass mixture helmets are still very common and prevalent in the industry.
Because Shoei is made in Japan and not China, Does that make it a better helmet? People get knocked out and concussions in every brand of helmet. 6D's omnidirectional cups,MIPS, etc. are just added technology to the basic helmet shell structure. which is still composed of the same basic materials. I'm not knocking 6D or MIPS because their systems are proven and work marginally better then a "standard" helmet. Just saying that the helmet shell is still composed of the same basic materials as most helmets.
In any case, any helmet is only good for one crash, one tipover, one drop, etc. And thats it. Even a small drop from the truck tailgate to the ground compromises the integrity of any helmet.
For full disclosure, I used to work at Alias. They are a great group of people who I respect and miss very much. I also consider most everyone there a friend.
But for fucks sake guys, just create an Alias ID and be upfront and forthcoming in these situations. Overall you have a really good product at a phenomenal price-point. You should be proud of your products and be happy to share information about them. I suspect people would really appreciate answers straight from the horses mouth too. Remember, you can't be all things to all people so there's absolutely no reason to hide behind anonymous ID's. Do the right thing and you can't go wrong!
Pit Row
If anyone has a question about our helmet please reply to me within this thread, or contact me directly davids@aliasmx.com
Or call my office 7609301009 ext 101
I'll be happy to tell you anything you want to know.
Anyway, seeing as we are on the topic, I guess I should point out we recently added some new UC1 Helmet Bundle deals (that include the new SPY/ALiAS goggle) in the D2R Members Only section: http://shop.aliasmx.com/-Member-Deals_c_152.html
No, they're not a Shoei, 6D, Arai, etc., but for the price and rider on a budget, it really is a fantasic helmet.
Since you do work for them, please point out that the "tabs,' not sure what the proper name is, keeps wanting to just fall and not stay up in the helmet!
I spent a lot of money with Alias. I bet we have 10 or more gear sets from you. That's how I got the helmet, bought it in a bundle before Christmas.
In closing I was simply trying to help the OP with his question.
Not trying to be funny at all, but you see the entire Gieco Honda team in the nice Alias gear but each and everyone are wearing 6D's, it jumps out at you! I know Ziggy owns 6D and FC...
Really I would say the top 6 helmets, all will end the same.
Disclaimer: I have no data and I don't work for any moto related companies and I don't work for a helmet manufacturer.
Thing is, it depends on how you crash and stuff like that. I don't think a Shoei or 6D is saver than a Thor or Bell helmet. Every helmet has to pass the safety tests. The only difference there is is comfort and design maybe, and also the brand name for the cool kids. Some people break bones by just a little tip over and some people crash 4th tapped and walk away from it just fine...
Certainly doesn't look like honest tactics from the outside looking in.
Morebass (also an Alias employee) claims that systems like 6D omni-direction and MIPS work "marginally" better than a standard helmet, but I'd be curious how that claim is backed up? There's a reason why 6D successfully launched a $745 price point helmet against long known top competitors and gained significant market share quickly. 6D really forced other manufacturers to improve their designs and technology. What they accomplished for helmets in a relatively short time frame is nothing short of phenomenal. To think having a system like that in a helmet is marginally better is either short sighted thinking on your behalf of wishful thinking in overstating the technology of your product. The NFL, a sport where concussion and head injury is a constant discussion, is even working with 6D to develop a next generation helmet. I understand that 6D is a competitor (in that you're both selling helmets), but give credit where credit is due.
In some instances 6D is becoming compared to an Alias helmet, where in others it isn't? Which side of the fence are you on?
And now back to your regularly scheduled discussion.
As far as the "tabs" you mention go...
I'm not 100% positive what parts you are referring to. Part of the liner maybe (above the eye port)? I've had some friends/family purchase these and looked them over after they got theirs (including popping the liner) and didn't seem to come across this. That leads me to believe you may have an individual/rare issue.
Did you end up contacting customer service on that, yet? They most likely would have offered you a new liner to try first. They may have even just totally swapped out the entire helmet instead of going through that process, too. I'd give them a call at (760) 930-1009 or email them at info@aliasmx.com. We pride ourselves on having a good customer service department, so they should be able to help you out.
That actually goes back to part of the reason I haven't announced myself as working for the company before. The last thing I wanted to do was create a habit of people trying to reach out to ALiAS on a message board, instead of going through proper and more efficient channels. They already have quite the list to monitor, so I don't want to create more chaos for them by adding a place like this to their list, too.
Well before I was involved with ALiAS, I came to this site out of personal enjoyment - and have since the motodrive days. I don't post or even lurk nearly as much as I used to, but even that doesn't mean I want to all the sudden come here with a side agenda. Yes, I've made some posts about a couple sales and the DiRECT 2 RiDER program, but only because they were relevant to the topics, with responses that might be useful to some riders.
Also, my original post in this thread simply started that the helmets specs are similar to other brand helmets of similar price points (which they are). I then pasted the specs for the alias helmet.
I didn't offer any special knowledge that can't be found by anyone right at the alias site and compared to others. Stating I worked with alias wouldn't have added much... except an impression of ego maybe.
And if you think people from other companies aren't posting and lurking here, you are mistaken.
The "tabs" I am referring to are the extended edges on the edges of the liner that "slip" up in the helmet and secure the liner! As I tried to pull down that one spot for the picture they came out all the way around. Once I pushed them back in they "seemed" to not be as tight as before they came out.
No, I didn't call customer service. Didn't feel the need to. I can tell it is a cheaper made helmet. I don't intend to let my son wear it while on the big bike. Maybe on our pitbike track. As I stated I bought it was a backup for the 6D but that would be for something "OFF THE TRACK" happening to the 6D and we were stuck at a race.
No one was trying to reach you. You should be upfront about your identity. You interjected yourself into this thread. It looks bad you had to be called out for it! You could have really contributed to the thread by being upfront and informative.
Your company has a great product at a great price line. We love the gear. For the price you can't beat it. I can't take that same ideology when it comes to head protection though!
Then, don't auger into the ground: problem solved!
Now that it's out there that I do work for ALiAS, I guess I'll finally put an opinion out there. Maybe this is what you guys want now?
The UC1 is a great helmet for anyone who is looking for something more than a $100-200 helmet, but can't afford a high-end helmet. Our helmet is in that mid-range department, just as the specs would indicate. Back when I was in high school and college, these were the types of mid-range I used (and crashed in). It was the best I could afford back then. If I was strapped for cash now and needed a helmet, I can say I'd be very comfortable wearing these.
...And how is this for an endorsement: My father is getting back into riding, and he will be wearing the ALiAS helmet this year. I'm not worried about his safely one bit and he loves how the thing fits.
To add more - since I'm sure it would be asked/criticized - I personally wear Shoei's these days. Yes, no doubt those are better. Hence the hefty price tag. Bottom line, the UC1 isn't meant to for you guys that already wear and are use to high-end helmets with all the bells and whistles...
Of course, this will all probably just be taken with a grain of salt, since I work for the company. Again... my point as to why I never offered an opinion to start with...
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