I've narrowed it down to 2, but having a hard time deciding. Looks aren't as important to me as actual protection for my melon as I progress in jumping and atb riding. Any suggestions?

I like the pro-tec classic skate
http://www.protechelmet.com/products.asp?cat=10&pg=3
also the 661 dirt lid
http://www.sixsixone.com/Catalog_661Bike.aspx?id=4b5681fa-c3...


Is there a major difference here?

Thanks!

you gotta get the punk pink color

I'd rock that...pink makes me :cool2:

LOL! Maybe thats the one for Wallwalkers wife when she launches her first nylon :moon:

Both of those look like good selections. I went with the Predator and it is hard as a rock. Not the most comfortable.

The pink is really cool, but I vote for the Rasta Green or the Gunmetal Gray.

They all look the same to me and no doubt will be made pretty much similar as well ...

Looks like we have a winner! Pro-tec in gunmetal gray


Sorry Dino, gonna have to pass on the pink :D

are skate/kite helmets sized the same a motorcycle helmets?

I favor MX type helmets as the cushion on the inside is much more comfy and these skater helmets are a bit hard on the inside... they work well to protect you still and I still have one in my bag for back up and I wear it once in a while for convenience...

Anyhow, great idea getting some protection, I know your skills have to be improving by now and your probably pushing a lil harder also... Good job!!!

Fly that Viper hard, its so much fun!!!:wee:

Later

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Originally posted by mougl Looks like we have a winner! Pro-tec in gunmetal gray Sorry Dino, gonna have to pass on the pink :D

Double check the size on that bad-boy... when I was ordering mine I got the largest one they had and it didn't even fit me. I returned it and it was a hassle. Just a warning!

Whoa... Double-post. Woops.

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Originally posted by Drewculous are skate/kite helmets sized the same a motorcycle helmets?

Now there's a trick question, if ever one was posted :shocked2:

Sizing brackets and internal contours vary between motorcycle helment manufacturers (Arai helmets fit different than Bells, Simpsons, or Arthur Fulmers). The same applies to bike/skate/multi-sport helmets.

Best to try and supporting LB&Ms is a wonderful thing, but.... Unfortunately, local selection for me sucks big time, so I ended up ordering a Giro G10 in large.

I was right on the cusp of Medium and Large, so it was a bit of a shot in the dark. I ended up paying the $8.00 for return shipping (by slow boat) and sized down to a medium, which fit much more securely while still allowing me to waggle my ears (always a very important feature).

ATB,
Sam

Honestly I would go with something with some face protection for when you go down high side and do a face plant.

You see lots of skaters with busted faces with pro-tec style.

A BMX helmet would be a decent choice for a first helmet then if your just cruising roll with a Pro-tec.

Scott

If any of you guys live near a DicS-P-A-M-L-I-N-K-s Sporting Goods. they have lots of different Helmets for different sports in the stores. I use A giro Helmet I bought there. It's a snowboarding helmet so it has removable ear pads, which is so awesome when it's under 32 degrees. I am just afraid of buying something online that needs such a good fit like underwear :moon: or a helemt. hehe. I'd rather try before i buy when it comes to that kinda stuff.

Thanks dgkid78,

been looking for another helmet (that fits) and haven't thought of them. I'll check em out tomorrow.