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No Helmet
10.46%
Half Helmet (this includes skid lids, skull caps, etc)
42.70%
Three Quarter Helmet (comes down to rear of skull)
19.79%
Full Face Helmet
27.05%
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CAST YOUR VOTE!! WHAT KIND OF HELMET DO YOU WEAR?

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Old 03-31-2006, 05:23 PM
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Default RE: CAST YOUR VOTE!! WHAT KIND OF HELMET DO YOU WEAR?

I'm refering to a report I read about the Symax helmet where it was tested at 70 MPH and the wind dislodged the chin bar when in the UP position as well as creating severe head buffeting. I didn't mean it would tear your face off...lol. Just the face of the helmet. And not in a crash, but because of the wind.

I also understand that the Stealth is designed differently, with riding in the up position figured into the design.
 
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I have a 70's metalic-flake 3 quarter my dad gave a few years ago. But I don't wear it now cause I out grew it. Also I have a full faced from my sportbike days.
For the time being I have a (novelty)skull for my bucket until I find a DOT helmet that I like and feel comfy in.
 
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D.O.T. 1/2 when its warm, full when its cold.
honestly feel much safer in the full but I like the freedom of the half.
 
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Personally I wear a skid lid most of the time, ( And I do know that in a wreck it will be about as usefull as Spittin in the fire) I also have a Full face , but I have neck trouble and it bothers my neck after awhile. But its like my brother said after his wreck and reconstructive surgery on his Eye socket
a helmet is mostly overkill after all he only needed one once. [:'(][sm=biker2.gif]

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Mostly a flip-up 3/4. I haven't yet found a DOT 1/2 that doesn't act like a parachute to my head at high speeds.
 
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I wear a Nexl 1/2 helmet. It's very light and is DOT. Check out the link. http://www.nexlsports.com/index.php/...products_id/29

 
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Does anyone have any opinions of helmets made by Icon. Specifically the Rubbertone model...

Thanks!
 
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The Carbon Fiber Helmet I bought from ACC last month is the first helmet I have worn. I just figured that my kids would appreciate me wearing one.
 
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I really wouldn't mind knocking my noodle and having to do some rehab for a while, but I would REALLY hate going to the dentist afterwords! So I wear a full face helmet. I would just hate to have to have repeat visits at the dentist after a laydown.

 
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50% no helmet.
50% full face. Go figure.

I'm trying to find someone who can airbrush a new full face for me that looks like a skull. I have examples of the art, and the $, I just need to find someone I trust. One of my best friend's bro-in law is a fantastic tat artist, but he says he's too busy to goof with the airbrush. I thanked him and said I was glad his business is going so well!
 


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