I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for good protection at a reasonable price. Opinions??
Thanks
What’s a reasonable price to you? To someone that’s used to spending $600+ reasonable might be $400 but to someone that wants to spend less that’s still a high price. Sounds like you’re in the $200 ish price range?
You could check out the Fly Racing Formula CP helmet. It's got the same technology as the high-end Formula lids, but at a fraction of the price @ $250 buckaroos.
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for...
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for good protection at a reasonable price. Opinions??
Thanks
Price frankly shouldn't be a consideration, you only have one head. Get the most protective helmet that fits the best for your physiology, period.
What’s a reasonable price to you? To someone that’s used to spending $600+ reasonable might be $400 but to someone that wants to spend less that’s...
What’s a reasonable price to you? To someone that’s used to spending $600+ reasonable might be $400 but to someone that wants to spend less that’s still a high price. Sounds like you’re in the $200 ish price range?
If I can spend $200 and get pretty much the same protection as spending $600 minus some of the cool look then yes...I am in the $200 range. If I need to spend $300 to get that protection then I am in the $300 range.
Think Alpinestar boots. Tech 10 is totally awesome but Tech 7s pretty awesome too and great protection...and $200 less. Sort of like that but it’s my brain so I don’t want to be too cheap.
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for...
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for good protection at a reasonable price. Opinions??
Thanks
Price frankly shouldn't be a consideration, you only have one head. Get the most protective helmet that fits the best for your physiology, period.
Yup. I agree...but....hence the above post^^
“If I can spend $200 and get pretty much the same protection as spending $600 minus some of the cool look then yes...I am in the $200 range. If I need to spend $300 to get that protection then I am in the $300 range.”
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for...
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for good protection at a reasonable price. Opinions??
Thanks
What’s a reasonable price to you? To someone that’s used to spending $600+ reasonable might be $400 but to someone that wants to spend less that’s...
What’s a reasonable price to you? To someone that’s used to spending $600+ reasonable might be $400 but to someone that wants to spend less that’s still a high price. Sounds like you’re in the $200 ish price range?
If I can spend $200 and get pretty much the same protection as spending $600 minus some of the cool look then yes...I am in the...
If I can spend $200 and get pretty much the same protection as spending $600 minus some of the cool look then yes...I am in the $200 range. If I need to spend $300 to get that protection then I am in the $300 range.
Think Alpinestar boots. Tech 10 is totally awesome but Tech 7s pretty awesome too and great protection...and $200 less. Sort of like that but it’s my brain so I don’t want to be too cheap.
As mentioned above by other posters the polycarbonate Fly Formula is a great choice to be extremely close to $600 protection without the price tag. Another great option would be the Leatt 7.5. Once you get the triple density protection along with rotational protection, the hugely increased price tag mainly gets you fiberglass or carbon shells. Those do offer more protection than plastic (polycarbonate is simply a fancier word for it), but you are pretty damn close with the Formula CP and Leatt 7.5
Personally, I wear a Fly Formula. If you don't want to spend that much money, I would say that if you are wearing any helmet that has at least MIPS technology you will be in a better helmet than the best helmets of 10 years ago. Just make sure it's comfortable and fits you well.
I don’t see any helmets comparison reviews that show which are more protective then others. ...and since I am talking costs one example is what makes a Troy Lee SE4 carbon better then composite with mips or better then just SE4 with MIPS. Big cost difference but is it for a difference in protection or just weight/cool factor?
I don’t see any helmets comparison reviews that show which are more protective then others. ...and since I am talking costs one example is what makes...
I don’t see any helmets comparison reviews that show which are more protective then others. ...and since I am talking costs one example is what makes a Troy Lee SE4 carbon better then composite with mips or better then just SE4 with MIPS. Big cost difference but is it for a difference in protection or just weight/cool factor?
Same protection, just weight and cool factor as far as i know. I just bought the SE4 composite for low 200s from Rockymountain
I don’t see any helmets comparison reviews that show which are more protective then others. ...and since I am talking costs one example is what makes...
I don’t see any helmets comparison reviews that show which are more protective then others. ...and since I am talking costs one example is what makes a Troy Lee SE4 carbon better then composite with mips or better then just SE4 with MIPS. Big cost difference but is it for a difference in protection or just weight/cool factor?
There is some reason to argue that a lighter helmet carries less momentum upon impact. The other supposed benefit to carbon or composites versus plastic is according to manufacturers composites “shatter” upon impact, absorbing more of the force before it hits the internal foam. Plastics just deflect, and don’t absorb as much force before it impacts the foam. Also some people argue because of the plastic deflecting it has more of a tendency to “bounce” back off the ground, and then create a second impact situation. How much of a difference is there? Who knows because the helmet testing system is so bad with just simple pass fail, rather than a rating system.
Shred, got your PM but I don't know if you got my reply because PMs here are so screwy.
But I scored mine on Motosport just about a month ago. It was a 2019 model and it helps that I wear a size small as
those seem to sit around longer. Good luck!
I just recently added a JustOne helmet J12 carbon fiber helmet to my collection. Real nice helmet and on sale now for $249. Heck I might just buy another in a diff color.
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for...
I am thinking Bell MX-9 w/Mips. I know....it’s my brain so I want to protect it but it’s hard to spend $600. I am looking for good protection at a reasonable price. Opinions??
Thanks
Can't go wrong with the new Fly Formula CP. MSRP of $250 and you get the safety benefits only sacrificing weight. Still lighter than even the Bell Moto 10. I've rung my bell with the CC and am a huge advocate.
What are people's experiences with the lower tier Alpinestars helmets? I think the sm-5 is the more budget-considerate version?
My impression on helmet price is that the most expensive helmets are probably marginally safer, but the selling point seems to be lower weight.
Also, when I'm considering new gear, I like to look at Kris Keefer's site. His helmet reviews are really good. I think he commented on Pulp recently that he and his son only wear the Fly Formula or 6d ATR2. I'm not sure he still wears the Fly since he's an FXR athlete now.
For the money, the Fly Formula CP is very tough to beat at $249.
For me, I have worn 6D Helmets since they came out. I think it is worth the extra money. Not only for the technology, but keep in mind that they can be sent in for inspection and possibly a rebuild, depending on the severity of the crash.
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Think Alpinestar boots. Tech 10 is totally awesome but Tech 7s pretty awesome too and great protection...and $200 less. Sort of like that but it’s my brain so I don’t want to be too cheap.
“If I can spend $200 and get pretty much the same protection as spending $600 minus some of the cool look then yes...I am in the $200 range. If I need to spend $300 to get that protection then I am in the $300 range.”
They own the factory and so there's no middle man raising prices.
Several Pro's are wearing the helmet such as Kyle Chisholm, Bubba Pauli, Luke Neese, etc.
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Good Luck!
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But I scored mine on Motosport just about a month ago. It was a 2019 model and it helps that I wear a size small as
those seem to sit around longer. Good luck!
My impression on helmet price is that the most expensive helmets are probably marginally safer, but the selling point seems to be lower weight.
Also, when I'm considering new gear, I like to look at Kris Keefer's site. His helmet reviews are really good. I think he commented on Pulp recently that he and his son only wear the Fly Formula or 6d ATR2. I'm not sure he still wears the Fly since he's an FXR athlete now.
For me, I have worn 6D Helmets since they came out. I think it is worth the extra money. Not only for the technology, but keep in mind that they can be sent in for inspection and possibly a rebuild, depending on the severity of the crash.
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