In need of Helmet advice

ski_resort_observer · Feb 12, 2008, 12:57 AM

Lots of great helmets out there. I would go to a good shop and simply check them out for yourself. I have a Giro G10 and it works well but a G9 is pretty similar except the your paying an extra $30 to be able to regulate the vents which I really don't use. I keep them open all the time. The G9 sells in our shop for $100 and the G10 without the brim for $130 .

The Smith Variant is very popular and retails for $150, everyone says that they are really comfortable. We actually have a waiting list for them. If you like the "Air Evac" look the Smith Holt is popular mainly cause Shawn White wears one and they retail for just $70 but have a very basic vent system.

Mildcat · Feb 12, 2008, 4:45 AM

I have a Giro G10 and like it a lot. Keep checking SAC, I've seen them a couple of times on there for Dirt cheap money. I believe it was around $60. That was with tune-ups but judging by your OP I don't think you would use those anyway.

**Greg** · Feb 12, 2008, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by SKIQUATTRO

I have the Giro9, great lid, light weight, 3 setting vent system, soft ears so it wont affect your hearing....about $130 ish

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Originally Posted by Hawkshot99

I own my third Giro G10.

I am on my 3rd because i fall hard a lot! It is a little insurance that it will still be good when I need it. Also I can sell the year old one and get a new one, for around $10-$15

The G10 has very good venting, and is controllable by a switch like Andy's Fuse, but they are different head shapes. My current one is the MX model, and has a visor on it. The main reason I like it is that when bashing through the woods I just lower my head when there are branches, and it protects my face. I can hear very good with the soft ear pads.

I had a Giro 9 and upgraded it to a G10. The vent inserts on the 9 are a PITA. I lost one of them, although Giro did send a replacement set for free. The G10 runs a tad smaller than the 9 which is good because the Large 9 felt a little loose on me. The Large G10 fits perfect. I love it! You can find them on www.backcountry.com for less than $100 from time to time.

newskier · Feb 12, 2008, 1:00 PM

I have a Giro G10 and love it. However, helmets are one of those things you really need to go to the store and try on; some are made for oval shaped heads and some for rounder heads, so not every brand/model will fit or be comfortable for you. I tried on tons of helmets before I finally settled on the G10-- it's the one that fits me the best.

deadheadskier · Feb 12, 2008, 1:05 PM

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Originally Posted by newskier

I have a Giro G10 and love it. However, helmets are one of those things you really need to go to the store and try on; some are made for oval shaped heads and some for rounder heads, so not every brand/model will fit or be comfortable for you. I tried on tons of helmets before I finally settled on the G10-- it's the one that fits me the best.

that's basically my plan, I was just looking for some feedback. I'll definitely check them out in stores and find the brand/model/size that works best for my dome. Then I'll look for an end of the season deal online somewhere.

danny p · Feb 12, 2008, 1:23 PM

another vote for the g10. I went for over 10 seasons without a helmet, and this year has been my first year wearing one. I will never go back, they are much warmer than a knit hat and the ability to open the vents seals the deal. i originally bought it for safety, but honestly i recommend them to my friends because of comfort.

edit: i don't know if anyone mentioned it, but it might be worth it to bring your jacket to the shop and make sure your hood is compatible with the helmet, if thats something that is important to you.

ski_resort_observer · Feb 12, 2008, 1:55 PM

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Originally Posted by deadheadskier

that's basically my plan, I was just looking for some feedback. I'll definitely check them out in stores and find the brand/model/size that works best for my dome. Then I'll look for an end of the season deal online somewhere.

Might be worth it to check the Play It Again Sports store on Marginal Way.

Hawkshot99 · Feb 12, 2008, 2:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ski_resort_observer

Might be worth it to check the Play It Again Sports store on Marginal Way.

Do they sell new stuff or only used? I would never want to buy a used helmet. You don't know how hard the previous owner has hit their head in it, compromising the safety.

Warp Daddy · Feb 12, 2008, 2:52 PM

I use a Giro Talon now and really like it , warm , has venting and offers full coverage , also use a Boeri custom graphic Rage

deadheadskier · Feb 12, 2008, 4:25 PM

Okay,

Lots of fans of Giro. I've read that they have some compatiability problems with certain brands of goggles? True? True of most helmet brands?

Feb 12, 2008, 12:57 AM	#11 (permalink)
ski_resort_observer it's sweeter up here...pure Vermont Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Waitsfield,Vt Posts: 2,546	Lots of great helmets out there. I would go to a good shop and simply check them out for yourself. I have a Giro G10 and it works well but a G9 is pretty similar except the your paying an extra $30 to be able to regulate the vents which I really don't use. I keep them open all the time. The G9 sells in our shop for $100 and the G10 without the brim for $130 . The Smith Variant is very popular and retails for $150, everyone says that they are really comfortable. We actually have a waiting list for them. If you like the "Air Evac" look the Smith Holt is popular mainly cause Shawn White wears one and they retail for just $70 but have a very basic vent system. __________________ www.firstlightphotographics.com " Some failure in life is inevitable. It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all -- in which case, you fail by default," You know your a Vermont woodchuck if ya hear someone mention NSynch and your thinking it's where your dirty dishes are. Okay...that did happen to me but they were really piling up and was thinking they needed some attention.

Feb 12, 2008, 1:23 PM	#16 (permalink)
danny p needles eye @ K 1/2/08 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: hudson valley Posts: 471	another vote for the g10. I went for over 10 seasons without a helmet, and this year has been my first year wearing one. I will never go back, they are much warmer than a knit hat and the ability to open the vents seals the deal. i originally bought it for safety, but honestly i recommend them to my friends because of comfort. edit: i don't know if anyone mentioned it, but it might be worth it to bring your jacket to the shop and make sure your hood is compatible with the helmet, if thats something that is important to you. __________________ 2008-09: K - 11.21, 11.28

Feb 12, 2008, 2:52 PM	#19 (permalink)
Warp Daddy Me and the "Queen of the Hop" @ Titus Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: St Lawrence River (north of "The 'Dacks" ) Posts: 2,916	I use a Giro Talon now and really like it , warm , has venting and offers full coverage , also use a Boeri custom graphic Rage __________________ Life Ain't No Dress Rehersal

Feb 12, 2008, 4:25 PM	#20 (permalink)
deadheadskier Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Southeast NH Posts: 4,605	Okay, Lots of fans of Giro. I've read that they have some compatiability problems with certain brands of goggles? True? True of most helmet brands? __________________ Pat's Peak: 11/23 Waterville Valley: 11/29 07-08

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Feb 12, 2008, 4:45 AM	#12 (permalink)
Mildcat Hibernating for Summer. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Worcester, Ma. Posts: 774	I have a Giro G10 and like it a lot. Keep checking SAC, I've seen them a couple of times on there for Dirt cheap money. I believe it was around $60. That was with tune-ups but judging by your OP I don't think you would use those anyway.

Feb 12, 2008, 1:00 PM	#14 (permalink)
newskier Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 18	I have a Giro G10 and love it. However, helmets are one of those things you really need to go to the store and try on; some are made for oval shaped heads and some for rounder heads, so not every brand/model will fit or be comfortable for you. I tried on tons of helmets before I finally settled on the G10-- it's the one that fits me the best.