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Message 4946 (18. Feb. 2008 22:25) (Tree)

claudine
helmets
Well, hopefully this helmet will be good for all! My head isnt round, its narrow so it would be hard for me to just order online without trying something similar. And there arent any ones with visors that are light colored. This is what I got:
http://www.sportsauthority.com/sm-pro-tec-ace-dig-cycling-helmet-adult--pi-1426878.html

Not bad for $25!! Hope I did OK. I just heard not so good things about s-ones.

: I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
: For me the important points are:
: -tight fit,
: -rated protection and hard shell,
: -round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
: -very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
: -ligthweight,
: -multipurpose.....
: Cheers
:
: : I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
: :
: : I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
: :
: : Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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claudine: helmets (18. Feb. 2008 19:04)
 I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.

I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.

Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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zorg: helmets (18. Feb. 2008 21:51)
 I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
For me the important points are:
-tight fit,
-rated protection and hard shell,
-round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
-very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
-ligthweight,
-multipurpose.....
Cheers

: I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
:
: I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
:
: Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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claudine: helmets (18. Feb. 2008 22:19)
 Well, I guess if its for BMX use too, roller skating would be the same? They didnt have this one in a light color, but none come in light colors with a visor and most helmets dont fit my head well since mine is narrow, not round. I have fit problems in most things it seems. :-( It was $25 with shipping, so I cant lose!! This is what I ordered:
http://www.sportsauthority.com/sm-pro-tec-ace-dig-cycling-helmet-adult--pi-1426878.html

I just dont want to spend $60-$70 on a helmet that I will have to replace every time if I hit my head.

: I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
: For me the important points are:
: -tight fit,
: -rated protection and hard shell,
: -round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
: -very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
: -ligthweight,
: -multipurpose.....
: Cheers
:
: : I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
: :
: : I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
: :
: : Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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claudine: helmets (18. Feb. 2008 22:25)
 Well, hopefully this helmet will be good for all! My head isnt round, its narrow so it would be hard for me to just order online without trying something similar. And there arent any ones with visors that are light colored. This is what I got:
http://www.sportsauthority.com/sm-pro-tec-ace-dig-cycling-helmet-adult--pi-1426878.html

Not bad for $25!! Hope I did OK. I just heard not so good things about s-ones.

: I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
: For me the important points are:
: -tight fit,
: -rated protection and hard shell,
: -round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
: -very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
: -ligthweight,
: -multipurpose.....
: Cheers
:
: : I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
: :
: : I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
: :
: : Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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claudine: sorry, Bernhard, delete some K? ;-D (18. Feb. 2008 22:25)
 : Well, hopefully this helmet will be good for all! My head isnt round, its narrow so it would be hard for me to just order online without trying something similar. And there arent any ones with visors that are light colored. This is what I got:
: http://www.sportsauthority.com/sm-pro-tec-ace-dig-cycling-helmet-adult--pi-1426878.html
:
: Not bad for $25!! Hope I did OK. I just heard not so good things about s-ones.
:
: : I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
: : For me the important points are:
: : -tight fit,
: : -rated protection and hard shell,
: : -round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
: : -very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
: : -ligthweight,
: : -multipurpose.....
: : Cheers
: :
: : : I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
: : :
: : : I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
: : :
: : : Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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joe90: helmets (19. Feb. 2008 02:25)
 I've just retired my red protech after the MOSSjam.Bought it in early 1980's,and has served me well.I now have a nice new Protech witch is awsome too exept it doesn't have the ear bits to hold it on without a chin strap.The only ones like that now are watersport ones and they have fuck all padding.Protech all the way!!!

cheers joe
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claudine: helmets (19. Feb. 2008 04:03)
 Cool! The king of roll told me that Protecs are the real deal! He dont lie. I just hope it fits OK like I expect it too. If so, for $25, might have to get a spare. :-D I've got extra pads here so I can tweak the fit.

What kills me is that I spend time researching to get the best protection I can. I really HATE being injured. Most of these kids you have to force to wear even a helmet! I guess they think they can crack their head and get a new one?

: I've just retired my red protech after the MOSSjam.Bought it in early 1980's,and has served me well.I now have a nice new Protech witch is awsome too exept it doesn't have the ear bits to hold it on without a chin strap.The only ones like that now are watersport ones and they have fuck all padding.Protech all the way!!!
:
: cheers joe
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zorg: sorry, Bernhard, delete some K? ;-D (19. Feb. 2008 14:40)
 looks great!!! and not with a long aerodynamic tail (so quite round shaped outside), better to avoid tork on you neck on backward impacts....
If you skate with it, check out that you can remove the visor, or that it can popup itself, else it could be dangerous for you neck if you do faceplant....

BTW: never use MTB/cycling gloves for rollerskating: they grip, avoid your hands to slide (not as rsk8 wristgards do) and cause jaw plant. Several accidents have been reported.

Cheers

: : Well, hopefully this helmet will be good for all! My head isnt round, its narrow so it would be hard for me to just order online without trying something similar. And there arent any ones with visors that are light colored. This is what I got:
: : http://www.sportsauthority.com/sm-pro-tec-ace-dig-cycling-helmet-adult--pi-1426878.html
: :
: : Not bad for $25!! Hope I did OK. I just heard not so good things about s-ones.
: :
: : : I use the same helmet for all my outdoor activities (rollerskating, windurfing, cycling, snowboarding, climbing), its from Bios, designed by a neurosurgeon (http://www.bios-pro.com/en/index.php?loc=monb), but other brands also have good multipurpose.
: : : For me the important points are:
: : : -tight fit,
: : : -rated protection and hard shell,
: : : -round shape: the helmet can't induce tork on you head,
: : : -very well vented, avoid dark colors and soft foam everywhere too
: : : -ligthweight,
: : : -multipurpose.....
: : : Cheers
: : :
: : : : I'm getting a helmet for my bike since I was told that in bike crashes, you roll and that multi-impact are better. Is there such a thing? Is this OK for skating (BMX helmets)? The one I have now is S-One. I was told that isnt so good, Protecs are better and the one I have is for skating only. I really dont know the difference! The one I am ordering is the Pro-Tec Ace Dig Cycling Helmet (on sale!) . I liked it cause it had a visor on it in case I run into a tree lol or to keep mudd from getting on my face. So can I use that for skating too? I think it might be nice for a faceplant lol? Or to keep the hot sun outta my face.
: : : :
: : : : I saw some pricey helmets, Bern and Giro. But I found out they charge twice the amount due to lower weight and looks. I didnt see the merit on spending $30 more for an ounce maybe. My head didnt notice. He told me safety wise they are the same and with multi impact you are supposed to replace the helmet anyways if you crash.
: : : :
: : : : Oh, as far as Protecs go, the ace runs slightly big (thin pads inside) and some others now run smaller due to thicker pads I guess.
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