Power Kite Forum

helmets

mougl - 20-3-2010 at 03:13 PM

Ok so I'm getting closer to buying a buggy and I want to have everything I need before I pull the trigger on one. Ie: helmet, harness, strop, spreader, etc. My question here is: which type of helmet would be best. It can be confusing to a noob like me when I see so many different helmets being used in the videos I watch. I see everything from what appears to be wally world bicycle helmets to brain buckets and full face. I know it really boils down to personal pref. And all so I guess what I'm asking here is: which type of helm do you use and why?


Thanks!!

DAKITEZ - 20-3-2010 at 03:37 PM

MX helmet full face, but I will be switching over to a paraglider helmet

WIllardTheGrey - 20-3-2010 at 04:48 PM

I also use a full face MX helmet but don't think I want to upgrade to a paraglider helmet till they develop one for GROUND use.

Quote:
from Charly


Be aware that while these helmets are VERY popular for Skateboarding, Longboarding and Speedboarding, they are specifically designed for Hang Gliding and Paragliding, where speeds are generally slow.

They are certified to an appropriate EN (European) standard, but are not tested to, and would likely not meet the DOT or SNELL standards for motorcycle helmets, which may be more appropriate for downhill racing in skateboards. Each Charly helmet carries a warning label to this effect.

WELDNGOD - 20-3-2010 at 05:04 PM

You should be wearing a MX full face if you are seeing any real speed This is the one I wear and here is a link to jenson usa. They got all kinds of gear. I have bought lots of stuff from them.

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/HE283G03-Rockgardn+Wa...



http://www.jensonusa.com/store/sub/229-Helmets.aspx

silvereaglekiter - 20-3-2010 at 05:10 PM

Thanks WG I was getting ready to ask you ware u got yours from

rocfighter - 20-3-2010 at 05:42 PM

I wear one of my son's snow board helmets. Good coverage of my head and the back of my neck. Having gone through brain trauma once I am careful with my hat rest.

WELDNGOD - 20-3-2010 at 05:47 PM

I learned at like 12 ,how important they are dirtbiking in Vegas valley

mougl - 3-4-2010 at 03:56 PM

Got myself a nice mx helm, goggles, gloves, and a bid in on a Dakine Fusion and hammerhead spreader. Got my strop made....


Here buggy buggy buggy!

highazakite - 3-4-2010 at 04:43 PM

good call on the mx helm. one major thing most people fail to realize is when you eat it without a chin/full face coverage you end up eating through a straw while your jaw is wired shut during the healing.

bobalooie57 - 3-4-2010 at 04:54 PM

WELDNGOD, did you get the P-51? I love the "Naughty but nice" emblem from the plane. Great deal, too!

WELDNGOD - 3-4-2010 at 05:22 PM

yes, I got the P51 w/ the Vargas girl on it

xxxBUGGYPILOTXXX - 4-4-2010 at 09:23 AM

mougl - 4-4-2010 at 09:39 AM

heres the lid i went with...No, its not a Bell but it seems to be able to do the job :)


http://www.uhelmets.com/product_info.php?products_id=355

indigo_wolf - 4-4-2010 at 10:03 AM

How did you resist the urge to buy the other helmet on the UHelmets site?


DOT Beanie Half Motorcycle Helmet

:lol: Couldn't resist :rolleyes:

ATB,
Sam

BigMikesKites - 4-4-2010 at 10:34 AM

That looks like my helmet!

mougl - 4-4-2010 at 10:38 AM

I can't lie, I considered it but I don't own the skirt to match.....yet :lol: