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Hello ! I have a case where in past I have had four concussions because of ice hockey (and two because of motocross) so my question is what do You consider as the most protective helmets ? I have heard about 6D helmets and also the MIPS system.
Personally I like the most TLD SE4 Carbon with MIPS and for me it is also important that the helmet is not too heavy itself (around 1300 grams)
I would also consider 6D ART2 and Bell helmets, but perhaps You can recommend me something and give any advice/tips ?
Personally I like the most TLD SE4 Carbon with MIPS and for me it is also important that the helmet is not too heavy itself (around 1300 grams)
I would also consider 6D ART2 and Bell helmets, but perhaps You can recommend me something and give any advice/tips ?
As a general rule it's good to buy from companies that specifically deal in helmets but these days gear companies (Fox, Fly, TLD) are making some nice helmets.
I just picked up a Suomy MX Speed with MIPS and it is still a real light helmet which for my neck is great. But that’s what I use and in 40 + years only a couple concussions where I was knocked out. And several bell ringers which are just mild ones.
What’s you life worth?
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So it seems I should go for 6D then ..
I had one concussion in my mx life (22 years of riding) and it was with a well know helmet cie. I trully believe that the new technology could have prevent that.
One thing I feel important but was not mention before is the importance of ventilation. We all get affected by heat and our head is one great ventilator. Keeping the head cool help in the concentration and focus while riding. This could prevent a crash due to heat.
But Bell only specialises in helmets so that would also be good choice ..
So I guess I need to test fit both brands and then just pick the most comfortable for my head..
2. Look at the test data.
For the goal of preventing concussions, see the data for 6D and Leatt. 6D designs to optimize acceleration to stay below 60 g. Leatt is the only manufacturer that publishes independent test data and designs to optimize acceleration to stay below 120 g.
For the goal of preventing death, Snell M2015 certified helmets have the best impact management optimized to stay below 275 g. This includes some helmets by Arai, Bell, Fly, HJC, Shoei, and Troy Lee Designs.
The rest do not have published test data as good as these. But at the least, get an ECE-certified helmet.
As JT$ mentioned, do your own research, visit your local dealer, and see what fits.
I also wouldn't call it a sales tactic but a smart shopping tool for consumers. In my opinion (not saying its right) any good salesperson shouldn't push any one, singular product on a customer, but help the customer navigate the crowded selection that is out there.
JT is right on the money here. Go to your local shop, especially if you have a relationship built there, and try on all the lines they carry.
Pit Row
The sales tactic is to show you care about the customer getting what is best for them regardless if its your brand or not - just my opinion.
Asking for a friend.
Depending on your usual climate you might want to focus on things like cooling and how well your goggle of preferences fits the frame of the helmet.
Bucal protectors also are good choice
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