I hopped a berm with a half shell and smashed my face into a rock missing my helmet entirely. I broke my nose in three places, chipped a vertebra, chipped a tooth, ended up with a bunch of stitches in my face, and a massive concussion. I only ride full face helmets now. I might look a little dumb trail riding but getting hurt like that again isn't worth it.
I've ridden a full face in bmx since the 90s. Ive watched jaws broken on crossbars, and multiple concussions and head swelling injuries. You'll never catch me in anything less than the best protection available for my head.
@@TheDoomAboveAll I’m sorry for your loss, that must be really hard for you. I agree, full face all the way bc they will keep you alive. None of this, “if you wear a full face on anything except HD your scared” bs, I’d rather just keep my head in one piece thank you
@@poisoniv4581soryy to hear that m8, thats why u need a full face helmet better protection i had a normal helmet to start with then realised i needed a full face after an otb.
I have a Fox proframe helmet and it is a full face enduro helmet and is perfect for my type of riding which is generally 3 to 4 hours on the bike up and down hill. Would definitely recommend
Got the same one, i love that helmet. So much ventilation, never get too hot. Partially bc its winter, but even in summer it wasnt too bad. Would also recommend
@@condorsmurphly i just can’t get over how breathable and comfortable it is but protects my head so well and that gives me the confidence to hit bigger more difficult features
Came back from a wet ride the other day, and crashed hard in the carport ! Went down so fast my head bounced off the concrete like a basketball, always wear a helmet because you never know when you going down.
Exactly! My worst head-bang occurred in my yard. Same thing-fell downhill and my head actually bounced. My husband said he was wondering if I *really* needed my helmet for a test ride around the yard . . . Why, yes, yes I do.
I massively recommend a lightweight full face helmet if you're at all pushing your riding skills. Just got a Troy Lees Stage, and it's lightweight, well ventilated, comfortable enough for long rides, all while being downhill certified!
I recently bought a Fox Dropframe and loving it. It is a very Snug fit, which for me adds to the safety. For me, it's very light and the Snug fit is not uncomfortable, but remind you you're wearing it. The openess around the ears, allows for good hearing, plus it gives me good peripheral vision. I normally ride with a full face downhill helmet, which gives you tunnel vision and lack of hearing. Not good when you're riding on gazetted roads and dealing with traffic. The Fox Dropframe, is my daily multi-purpose MTB lid these days. As I was using the Lazer Street Deluxe, I ride with on my Greaser roadbike.
I bought a cheap $30 helmet then once moutain biking I bought a Fox speed frame with mips. But I'm going to start downhilling and pump tracks. I want a full face. years back I slide down the road on my face I was knockout out. helmet was probly saved me from being killed and disfigured. I've always overlooked bicycle helmets but the more I get in the sport the more I appreciate them.
I put my summer helmet with visor and goggles on the shelf, and went with a motorcycle helmet just to keep warm! I don't mind the extra weight when crunching over ice.
My fullface has saved my head at least 4 times in the few months I’ve had it, one leaving me with concussion but not a smashed in face and could have been a lot worse without a decent one! now ride 90% of my rides in my fullface sometimes it’s over kill but everytime I’ve not wore it I’ve come off and smashed my face in! Can’t put a price on your head at the end of the day!
Since getting a full face, I don't want to not have extra protection. Doesn't matter how hot or easy the mtb riding is, I like not scraping my face off.
i wear a heavy DH helmet all the time and i even wear it on climbs 90% of the time unless i’m just pushing up. try out a bunch of helmets and just go for whatever’s most comfortable
After crashing a road bicycle. I now where a mountain bike helmet on my road bike. That protection on the back of the head means everything when you are rolling on the concrete.
Bare in mind if ur getting a full face dh helmet, most don't have the normal clips, it's often a buckle which you loop through two pieces of metal then clip with a button
Yeah man that's why I have seen a leatt 2.0 enduro so it's both half shell and full face has a detachable for a climb plus has a magnet clip it's rlly sick and quite affordable still expensive but not like 300 kinda expensive lol
I’m a freerider and I use a full face, I’m in Brazil and it’s really hot! But after I hurt my teeth in a fall I never get my bike off the ground without it!
Better than nothing, but your brain is worth dropping serious cash on. Road helmets just aren't built for handling the types of impacts you can encounter from an MTB crash
@@evanbarnes9984 tell that to people that crashed into kerb edge directly. Or iron fencing with pointy stuff pointing to the sky. Or had near wheel to the pancake experience. I prefer crashing off road than on road 100% Much safer.
@@evanbarnes9984 The road is way more dangerous compared to offroad for example I almost died a a couple of days ago when a truck didn't stop at a stop sign.
Recco seems to be a passive 2 part system, not a tracker like spot. It just reflects the signal from the Recco sending unit. No live track type functions.
What I have not seen in the video is you can adjust how far down the adjustable backstab goes in many helmets. This is one thing I just found out recently no one showed me.
Best ventilated downhill helmets: 100% Trajecta, TLD Stage, IXS Trigger FF & Fox ProFrame (not in any particular order). POC full face, are not ventilated. I have a POC Tactal Spin and I like it, but the POC full face, I don't like it.
I like the leatt enduro line and super dh helmets. The dh is two piece but with a lot stronger clasping mechanism and thicker than the enduro two piece helmets.
search Virginia Tech helmet study... They rate impact absorption capabilities of many popular helmets. Mips, spin, and the like are extremely helpful tech. I didn’t know about the rfid and Recco tech being available also. Cool stuff! Thank you!
Thought about getting a helmet, had a dude punch me off a skateboard and then I landed on my face. Lesson learned, helmet saves you from yourself and other people.
@@agrsk8rcheck out the leatt super dh helmet. But even with an enduro two piece helmet you cant dent that it would eat up a lot of the impact even if it broke off. And most of the visors on them are made to break away so they lessen the chance of your neck getting wrenched around and broke. Just get a good full in full face. And a two piece then pick what you need for the ride youre riding.
Can recommend the Bell Super DH as mentioned in the video for any riding, just strap the chinguard to your backpack for any descents, best of two worlds!
Are these helemets cracking open like ski helmets do? Light weight motorcross helemets are only double the weight and seem like itd be worth it when the latter is styrofoam and a flimsy plastic shell
Do like my classmate did, measure around the head, we had a math project to see if we gould track down Pi so basically my classmate decided to use my head’s size for it, helpey me then to get helmet lol
After two fairly hard crashes i’m sold to ff on first i had a ff that actually saved my teeth taking the blow from berm bars on second wish crash i had yet replaced that ff So now i’m on the hunt for a dedicated ultralight ff sure POC is good confortable one but in its own category, their ff is hot an heavy compared to newer ultra light ff certifies enduro/dh ff like TL Stage 680gr, 100%Trajecta760gr & IXS Trigger 610gr my actual choice. All super well ventilated and safe to wear them all around Put a price over your face/head and thinks again how much is worth for you.
@@jeffwertz8108 I like it a lot, it's not too hot right now cause of the chilly weather, I think that might be more of a concern in the summer but I'll have to wait and see.
Any comment on the life duration ? How long maximum should you keep an helmet. ⛑ I recently replaced my Urge one founding that I could not trace when did I bought it, seems that was around 10 years ago 🪖 😱🤕
Two year late response but here goes. Motorcycle helmets use certain polymers on the shells and foams that contain oil to maintain their elasticity. Over years and with exposure to elements this oil dries out leaving the polymers and foam much more brittle and therefore less safe. I honestly couldn't tell you if bicycle helmets are the same, but I'd just use it as an excuse to upgrade every 3-5 years unless the manufacturer says it doesn't have an expiration. Extra fact, plastics getting brittle is the same reason baby/child car seats expire too.
It’s obvious POC is a sponsor of this channel. I see a lot of riders wearing that POC tectal, but with a bad fit. Sits way too low for some. You can adjust the vertical rise on the back portion.
Is a large enduro helmet visually bigger then a medium? I got a large fox speedframe but the shell looks huge and i think its the wrong size? is the medium visually smaller or is it just the inside part that is smaller?
I only trail ride doing a bit of exploration, and honestly, I take a regular old Bontrager bike helmet with me and it ends up strapped to my hydration pack usually. I'm not bombing downhill or anything. I feel comfortable with the level of risk that I take.
When Budget is a concern, would you recommend (for trail riding but I mean injuries can happen anywhere) a trail helmet with mips etc or a basic full face?
It depends. MIPS is loose in the fact that is protects by at least 20% in certain impacts, while a full face will always protect your jaw, no matter what. I'd go with the full face, if ventilation isn't a concern.
@@xx-----------xx873 okay yes that's what I thought so I got a full face (actually I believe it saved my jaw once already) but thought maybe there are some other opinions. Ventilation isn't that big of an issue for me.
Is nobody going to mention the gash on his nose? Was he wearing the wrong helmet? lol I picked up a full face a year ago and haven't ridden with anything else on the trail since. I've taken one hit with it that for sure would've left a mark or worse on my jaw. Glad I had it.
Does anyone have any informed opinion about the detachable (face guard) helmets? Are they robust enough or is it just a gimmick? I want to get one as I do 80% trail and XC and only 20% serious jumpy trails (I am not an advanced MTBer). I fancy the additional protection but can't justify (i.e. afford) getting two helmets.
They are super hot, and expensive. You would be better off with something like a 661 Reset, and a decent half shell. It would be cheaper, and more versatile.
How many times can one crash before needing to replace her helmet? I had a couple bell-ringers this summer and am wondering if it’s time for an upgrade. [actually, the one fall resulted in a concussion]
The idea is that the insides compact on impact to absorb the force. Because of this, the advice is to replace after any crash. In reality, you need to take a good look and make an honest assessment without thinking of the cost. If you've had that bad an impact as you say, then you probably should replace it regardless as you never can fully tell.
You need a very good look while someone is squeezing the helmet from different sides with some significant force. You might see cracks in EPS that you didn't saw normally. My friend crashe without concussion in cc helmet and outer shell was ok, but inside EPS cracked in 2 or 3 places. Helmet was a write off.
You need a very good look while someone is squeezing the helmet from different sides with some significant force. You might see cracks in EPS that you didn't saw normally. My friend crashed without concussion in XC helmet and outer shell was ok, but inside EPS cracked in 2 or 3 places. Helmet was a write off.
I’d say if your helmet makes any significant impact with an object, it’s time to change your helmet. If you’ve hit something hard enough to cause a concussion, you need a new helmet. My helmets have saved me from 3 helicopters rides for sure. They can be expensive, but also worth every penny.
@@TraceyAllen I did end up replacing it and upgrading significantly. I’ve also adopted a new strategy of landing flat on my front instead of head first. My ribs took a beating, but my helmet’s good.
Only for the „fake CE“ the manufacturer claims it means „China Export“, if you really believe them ... or maybe they just wanna copy it? The original CE is an European administrative marking that indicates conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards. Like the FCC in the US. So check if it‘s the correct CE mark, the European one.
Im looking for helmet fullface(due to back skull protection) but with that Rico system or NFC, i know about Poc tectal spin - but what are the other with this chip technology
I purchased a convertible helmet (Bell Super 3R MIPS) with the idea that for more aggressive riding I would attach the chin bar but still have a lightweight trail helmet. I’ve found I don’t detach the chin bar anymore. Why?
Same with people wearing half a helmet ontop of ther head, same elements as the fullface but they think ther protected with 75% of ther head exposed to impacts
I did try both i wanted the air r originally but after learning its not got proper dh rating and seeing both it didnt feel as sturdy as dh but like you say it has more air vents but i prefer the fit of the dh when you remove the chin bar over the air r so that made the decision for me.
It all depends on your background. If you're a skateboarder that is used to falling on concrete and metal with no helmet, it's hard to get scared of falling on dirt and crashing into trees without one.
@@charlie9ine I think it's mostly a confidence thing. Kind of like why free climbers don't use safety ropes, or why free divers don't take backup oxygen tanks. But also with a splash of vanity, like how cheerleaders and gymnasts don't wear helmets either. There's a subconscious element to not having a safety net that makes you protect yourself. When the slightest bit of fear is what sabotages you, confidence is everything.
@@Shakshuka69 I agree. I love mountain biking because it offers risk. You’re talking about people who understand the risks and have prepared not to fail. I’m talking about the majority of people that don’t comprehend the risk. I know.... then why don’t we wear helmets every time we leave the house? I’m not that sort of person but I do believe in protection when the risk is higher. Mountain biking, well cycling, elevates the risk to a level I think the protection is valid.
@@charlie9ine it's not that "usefull" mayority of times when you get hit by a skateboard is usually the ankle, knees and the nuts. I don't wear helmet for my style, but if I want to do some big ramps that's when I would wear a helmet. Also helmets really distract me. But for mountain biking, it's a must thing
Everything functions properly ruclips.net/user/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Nothing was damaged in the box aside from a decal on the fork. The decal was missing a piece of a corner but I ended up peeling them off anyways. Assembly is easy BUT make sure you tune up the derailleurs. Both the front and rear need adjusting. I'd advise going to a bike shop but I opted out and put in 10+ hours with the help of RUclips. Ended up fraying a shifter cable but all in all I learned from the experience. The Brakes work well but the front caliper needs adjusting or at least mine did because the rotor was rubbing against the pads. Make sure you swap out the seat, grips, and pedals. For the short run you'll be fine though. I've read that this bike isn't built yet for hard trails but I just need it for the city. PA has some of the worst roads and being in a mountain this was a great choice. Worth the investment!
The info applies to every helmet, every video is sponsored by their sponsors, and they included examples of features from other brands (detachable chinbar, ANGI).
I hopped a berm with a half shell and smashed my face into a rock missing my helmet entirely. I broke my nose in three places, chipped a vertebra, chipped a tooth, ended up with a bunch of stitches in my face, and a massive concussion. I only ride full face helmets now. I might look a little dumb trail riding but getting hurt like that again isn't worth it.
Yeah that's right
Whether you look dumb or nor, it's your health, finances, and life. Fuck what everyone else says.
@@ZOMLUVER Spot on. As we mature the thoughts of strangers take their lowly place.
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If you ride hard jump and so on it has to be full faced but a regular trail biking a regular helmet will do.
I've ridden a full face in bmx since the 90s. Ive watched jaws broken on crossbars, and multiple concussions and head swelling injuries. You'll never catch me in anything less than the best protection available for my head.
You're living in fear mate
@@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_ tell that to my dead and paralyzed friends
@@TheDoomAboveAll I’m sorry for your loss, that must be really hard for you. I agree, full face all the way bc they will keep you alive. None of this, “if you wear a full face on anything except HD your scared” bs, I’d rather just keep my head in one piece thank you
Must be a bell full face
@@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_ Or he has an impeccable jaw line and wants to protect it. Don't worry, I do and have the same.
I ride a fairly cheap and old hard tail, however I use a full face because it is safer, warmer and looks really cool
Same I ride an old canondale but with an ful face
Just smashed my helmet going over the bars and this video came just when needed . Thank god for the helmets 🙌
I didn’t smash my helmet but I destroyed my permanent 2 front teeth
@@poisoniv4581 omg mate are you ok that is so crazy dude.?
@@poisoniv4581soryy to hear that m8, thats why u need a full face helmet better protection i had a normal helmet to start with then realised i needed a full face after an otb.
@@poisoniv4581 Dude! That's brutal. I just bought a Troy Lee Stage full face to try to avoid that
Ya thanks all of you, I’m getting better and am getting a 661 reset mips helmet
I have a Fox proframe helmet and it is a full face enduro helmet and is perfect for my type of riding which is generally 3 to 4 hours on the bike up and down hill. Would definitely recommend
Got the same one, i love that helmet. So much ventilation, never get too hot. Partially bc its winter, but even in summer it wasnt too bad. Would also recommend
@@condorsmurphly i just can’t get over how breathable and comfortable it is but protects my head so well and that gives me the confidence to hit bigger more difficult features
@@madformtb2312 i know this was 3 years ago but i bought fox rampage full face(im begginer). Is that good helmet?
Came back from a wet ride the other day, and crashed hard in the carport ! Went down so fast my head bounced off the concrete like a basketball, always wear a helmet because you never know when you going down.
Exactly! My worst head-bang occurred in my yard. Same thing-fell downhill and my head actually bounced.
My husband said he was wondering if I *really* needed my helmet for a test ride around the yard . . . Why, yes, yes I do.
The crashes that have required hospital treatment are overwhelmingly from freak accidents like yours
I massively recommend a lightweight full face helmet if you're at all pushing your riding skills. Just got a Troy Lees Stage, and it's lightweight, well ventilated, comfortable enough for long rides, all while being downhill certified!
I recently bought a Fox Dropframe and loving it. It is a very Snug fit, which for me adds to the safety. For me, it's very light and the Snug fit is not uncomfortable, but remind you you're wearing it. The openess around the ears, allows for good hearing, plus it gives me good peripheral vision. I normally ride with a full face downhill helmet, which gives you tunnel vision and lack of hearing. Not good when you're riding on gazetted roads and dealing with traffic. The Fox Dropframe, is my daily multi-purpose MTB lid these days. As I was using the Lazer Street Deluxe, I ride with on my Greaser roadbike.
“this is the best helmet.”
Stacks it and in hospital
I bought a cheap $30 helmet then once moutain biking I bought a Fox speed frame with mips. But I'm going to start downhilling and pump tracks. I want a full face. years back I slide down the road on my face I was knockout out. helmet was probly saved me from being killed and disfigured. I've always overlooked bicycle helmets but the more I get in the sport the more I appreciate them.
I put my summer helmet with visor and goggles on the shelf, and went with a motorcycle helmet just to keep warm! I don't mind the extra weight when crunching over ice.
Great video Rich
Definetly agree that spending the most you can afford for a helmet after all it's protecting the most important part of your body.
Numbers won't lie. This video has literally 1000:1 like-vs-dislike radio. It must be a really good video.
My fullface has saved my head at least 4 times in the few months I’ve had it, one leaving me with concussion but not a smashed in face and could have been a lot worse without a decent one! now ride 90% of my rides in my fullface sometimes it’s over kill but everytime I’ve not wore it I’ve come off and smashed my face in! Can’t put a price on your head at the end of the day!
Exactly why i brought a full face dont want to be losing any teeth 🙃
Went for the bell super dh so can remove the chin bar if needed nice bit of kit would highly recommend 👌
Full face is just to hot for me so I would only ride full face if I'm at a bike park.
Since getting a full face, I don't want to not have extra protection. Doesn't matter how hot or easy the mtb riding is, I like not scraping my face off.
i wear a heavy DH helmet all the time and i even wear it on climbs 90% of the time unless i’m just pushing up. try out a bunch of helmets and just go for whatever’s most comfortable
After crashing a road bicycle. I now where a mountain bike helmet on my road bike. That protection on the back of the head means everything when you are rolling on the concrete.
I wear a full face MET Parachute, everywhere!
Even the toilet !!!
Bare in mind if ur getting a full face dh helmet, most don't have the normal clips, it's often a buckle which you loop through two pieces of metal then clip with a button
I’m also a dirt biker, it is pretty annoying
Yeah man that's why I have seen a leatt 2.0 enduro so it's both half shell and full face has a detachable for a climb plus has a magnet clip it's rlly sick and quite affordable still expensive but not like 300 kinda expensive lol
Get a convertible, I know it’s expensive but it’s not as expensive as permanent brain damage
Let's face it full face helmet is just way cooler than other
Bought one just to look cool, even thought I ride a speed bike
GMBN + Helmet = POC.
I’m probably going with the Bell DH best of both worlds
I've got a road lid and a full face. I always use the full face while riding trails... although, I do want a "trail" lid for urban riding
I’m a freerider and I use a full face, I’m in Brazil and it’s really hot! But after I hurt my teeth in a fall I never get my bike off the ground without it!
And here's me doing all my cycling and MTB using my Mongoose urban helmet i got for $20 :D
Better than nothing, but your brain is worth dropping serious cash on. Road helmets just aren't built for handling the types of impacts you can encounter from an MTB crash
Same lmao 661 bmx helmet for dh riding 😭
@@evanbarnes9984 tell that to people that crashed into kerb edge directly. Or iron fencing with pointy stuff pointing to the sky. Or had near wheel to the pancake experience. I prefer crashing off road than on road 100% Much safer.
I wear a MTB trail helmet from Walmart that I got for 3$ and I'm still alive.
@@evanbarnes9984 The road is way more dangerous compared to offroad for example I almost died a a couple of days ago when a truck didn't stop at a stop sign.
i do dirt jumps with a full face
Dope
Recco seems to be a passive 2 part system, not a tracker like spot. It just reflects the signal from the Recco sending unit. No live track type functions.
What I have not seen in the video is you can adjust how far down the adjustable backstab goes in many helmets.
This is one thing I just found out recently no one showed me.
Best ventilated downhill helmets: 100% Trajecta, TLD Stage, IXS Trigger FF & Fox ProFrame (not in any particular order). POC full face, are not ventilated. I have a POC Tactal Spin and I like it, but the POC full face, I don't like it.
If your not sure about trail or full-face helmet I could recommend the bell super r3, it’s the full face convertible shown in the video
I like the leatt enduro line and super dh helmets. The dh is two piece but with a lot stronger clasping mechanism and thicker than the enduro two piece helmets.
Good in-depth look at the options Rich. 👍
search Virginia Tech helmet study... They rate impact absorption capabilities of many popular helmets. Mips, spin, and the like are extremely helpful tech.
I didn’t know about the rfid and Recco tech being available also. Cool stuff! Thank you!
Link? Sound interesting
@@noahbagel177 google and duckduckgo both put the correct site at top when “va tech helmet study” is entered in the search field
Thanks
The issue with their tests is the lack of helmets tested, and are inconsistent with other tests.
@@xx-----------xx873 which other tests?
Thought about getting a helmet, had a dude punch me off a skateboard and then I landed on my face. Lesson learned, helmet saves you from yourself and other people.
I found hocky helmet protect my face ,but allowed full view . The hard shell was great
Dude those fullface/enduro swappable helmets are lookin kinda cool 👀
I like mine, no complaints.
@@jonriordan649 how annoying is it to carry on or in a pack while doing climbs
If you have room in your pack, it's fine. A little awkward to take the jaw off when wearing, but I wear glasses, which complicates things
Haa need a helmet and was deciding between half and full face.
Thanks boiz 🤙
T’s Life get the Fox Dropframe. Absolutely love mine
@@cartunerph4827 Hey thanks for the tip man ,there are heaps of bike shops where I live ,so should be able to try that one on.
Thanks man 🤙
T’s Life no problem man, Bell also makes some helmets with detachable chin guards, another style to consider
I went with the Bell detachable. The chin bare is now a permanent fixture. I haven’t found a downside. Some say it’s hotter but I can’t say it’s true
what i learned from this video....? POC doesn't make a full face with a removable chin guard
Removable chin guards just put a weak point in an otherwise solid helmet.
@@agrsk8r not necessarily, there are full-face helmets that are fully downhill race rated!
@@OR93312 Sounds like more than I want to pay. 😬
@@agrsk8rcheck out the leatt super dh helmet. But even with an enduro two piece helmet you cant dent that it would eat up a lot of the impact even if it broke off. And most of the visors on them are made to break away so they lessen the chance of your neck getting wrenched around and broke. Just get a good full in full face. And a two piece then pick what you need for the ride youre riding.
Just got my giro fixture MIPS
Great vid as always guys
Nice video
It's okay to use full face helmet in city riding?
Just got the POC carbon full face! In black so badass ! 🤘🏼
We know the fullface is hotter but
Even xc should use it for me cuz, there's actually more serious accidents on the road than in trails
Can recommend the Bell Super DH as mentioned in the video for any riding, just strap the chinguard to your backpack for any descents, best of two worlds!
You mean ascents?
@@lucafrancis3222 oh shit, I've been using it wrong for years..
Are these helemets cracking open like ski helmets do? Light weight motorcross helemets are only double the weight and seem like itd be worth it when the latter is styrofoam and a flimsy plastic shell
Thanks Richie
I feel my fox drop frame dose the job for me
Where’s the enduro full faces (Troy Lee stage Fox Proframe?)
New video idea you should do will be do downhill bikes need a dropper post?
Do like my classmate did, measure around the head, we had a math project to see if we gould track down Pi so basically my classmate decided to use my head’s size for it, helpey me then to get helmet lol
Which one would be the best for urban freeriding, stunts and dirt jumps? (I have a freeride/enduro bike)
After two fairly hard crashes i’m sold to ff on first i had a ff that actually saved my teeth taking the blow from berm bars on second wish crash i had yet replaced that ff
So now i’m on the hunt for a dedicated ultralight ff sure POC is good confortable one but in its own category, their ff is hot an heavy compared to newer ultra light ff certifies enduro/dh ff like TL Stage 680gr, 100%Trajecta760gr & IXS Trigger 610gr my actual choice.
All super well ventilated and safe to wear them all around
Put a price over your face/head and thinks again how much is worth for you.
Great video. Any chance you could make a video on how to grow your mtb related RUclips channel and other social media platforms
First ride with my new Bontrager Rally with their new WaveCel
how you like it? is it hot?
@@jeffwertz8108 I like it a lot, it's not too hot right now cause of the chilly weather, I think that might be more of a concern in the summer but I'll have to wait and see.
@@redlancer7263 thx
what would be a good weight for a free ride full face helmet?
I have a bell super 3r so it's a Fullface and a half head
Should be a legal requirement to wear regardless how long or where you go on your bike. Cool video Rich! 👊😎
Its down to confidence, i would use a full face because if you go over the handle bars you dont get a face full of mud
Excellent video. 👊🏼🔥
Any comment on the life duration ? How long maximum should you keep an helmet. ⛑ I recently replaced my Urge one founding that I could not trace when did I bought it, seems that was around 10 years ago 🪖 😱🤕
if you have a huge crash, change the helmet that second.
Two year late response but here goes. Motorcycle helmets use certain polymers on the shells and foams that contain oil to maintain their elasticity. Over years and with exposure to elements this oil dries out leaving the polymers and foam much more brittle and therefore less safe.
I honestly couldn't tell you if bicycle helmets are the same, but I'd just use it as an excuse to upgrade every 3-5 years unless the manufacturer says it doesn't have an expiration.
Extra fact, plastics getting brittle is the same reason baby/child car seats expire too.
Whats the difference between an XC helmet and a road helmet?
Hi, an Xc helmet can be more thick to absorb greater impacts!
pls reply do I get the Abus Modrop or the POC Axion SPIN Helmet neither are mips
It’s obvious POC is a sponsor of this channel. I see a lot of riders wearing that POC tectal, but with a bad fit. Sits way too low for some. You can adjust the vertical rise on the back portion.
Nice video!
full face motocross helmets are the best idc what u say
They offer the greatest protection no doubt! But they’re so freaking hot
Fox Dropframe Pro all the way :-)
no, just no
Love my fox dropframe
Loads of protection
And comfortable as
Hello.
Could you tell me if you know if poc coron air spin compatible with brace leatt 5.5
When you Need a Good Full Face Helmet Thats really Good Ventilatet take the FOX Proframe.
Iam from Germany
Nice video.so amazing
Is a large enduro helmet visually bigger then a medium? I got a large fox speedframe but the shell looks huge and i think its the wrong size? is the medium visually smaller or is it just the inside part that is smaller?
Depends on brand I think... I've got Giro helmet and sizes S/M have smaller size shell than L/XL...
Yo I love ur vids early gang
I only trail ride doing a bit of exploration, and honestly, I take a regular old Bontrager bike helmet with me and it ends up strapped to my hydration pack usually. I'm not bombing downhill or anything. I feel comfortable with the level of risk that I take.
What are the best convertible helmets
Don't bother, a convertible helmet would be super heavy, and hot without the chin guard. Save the money, and buy a full face and half shell seprately.
When Budget is a concern, would you recommend (for trail riding but I mean injuries can happen anywhere) a trail helmet with mips etc or a basic full face?
It depends. MIPS is loose in the fact that is protects by at least 20% in certain impacts, while a full face will always protect your jaw, no matter what. I'd go with the full face, if ventilation isn't a concern.
@@xx-----------xx873 okay yes that's what I thought so I got a full face (actually I believe it saved my jaw once already) but thought maybe there are some other opinions. Ventilation isn't that big of an issue for me.
Is nobody going to mention the gash on his nose? Was he wearing the wrong helmet? lol
I picked up a full face a year ago and haven't ridden with anything else on the trail since. I've taken one hit with it that for sure would've left a mark or worse on my jaw. Glad I had it.
That happened in the local pub,lol
I got the 100% trajecta for Christmas
I got the 100% trajecta
awesome vid bro thanx for doing it... could be good or bad that one HMMM...!!! lmao love it man.... :)
I took a nosedive off a skinny and head butted a tree and then got right back up and boxed with it cuz I had me a good noggin protector
Does anyone have any informed opinion about the detachable (face guard) helmets? Are they robust enough or is it just a gimmick? I want to get one as I do 80% trail and XC and only 20% serious jumpy trails (I am not an advanced MTBer). I fancy the additional protection but can't justify (i.e. afford) getting two helmets.
The Bell super dh is just as good as enduro full face helmets. Very well built. The giro is okay but the half face looks stupid
I have the bell super dh and its ace proper dh rating and removable chin guard and fits well in both forms
They are super hot, and expensive. You would be better off with something like a 661 Reset, and a decent half shell. It would be cheaper, and more versatile.
How many times can one crash before needing to replace her helmet?
I had a couple bell-ringers this summer and am wondering if it’s time for an upgrade. [actually, the one fall resulted in a concussion]
The idea is that the insides compact on impact to absorb the force. Because of this, the advice is to replace after any crash. In reality, you need to take a good look and make an honest assessment without thinking of the cost. If you've had that bad an impact as you say, then you probably should replace it regardless as you never can fully tell.
You need a very good look while someone is squeezing the helmet from different sides with some significant force. You might see cracks in EPS that you didn't saw normally. My friend crashe without concussion in cc helmet and outer shell was ok, but inside EPS cracked in 2 or 3 places. Helmet was a write off.
You need a very good look while someone is squeezing the helmet from different sides with some significant force. You might see cracks in EPS that you didn't saw normally. My friend crashed without concussion in XC helmet and outer shell was ok, but inside EPS cracked in 2 or 3 places. Helmet was a write off.
I’d say if your helmet makes any significant impact with an object, it’s time to change your helmet. If you’ve hit something hard enough to cause a concussion, you need a new helmet. My helmets have saved me from 3 helicopters rides for sure. They can be expensive, but also worth every penny.
@@TraceyAllen I did end up replacing it and upgrading significantly. I’ve also adopted a new strategy of landing flat on my front instead of head first. My ribs took a beating, but my helmet’s good.
Look for the CE mark, Chinea Export
Only for the „fake CE“ the manufacturer claims it means „China Export“, if you really believe them ... or maybe they just wanna copy it?
The original CE is an European administrative marking that indicates conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards. Like the FCC in the US. So check if it‘s the correct CE mark, the European one.
@@gregorg9464 No shit Sherlock?
Ive got all of the types to save this dilemma
Im looking for helmet fullface(due to back skull protection) but with that Rico system or NFC, i know about Poc tectal spin - but what are the other with this chip technology
I went to 10 local bike shops to go look at helmets. None had anything. Something about COVID they all said…
I purchased a convertible helmet (Bell Super 3R MIPS) with the idea that for more aggressive riding I would attach the chin bar but still have a lightweight trail helmet. I’ve found I don’t detach the chin bar anymore. Why?
You've probably got used to the chinbar and it's weight. If you ever crash that helmet, just buy a regular full face and be done with it.
Every 13 year old on their XC Hardtail: FuLlFaCe
P.Trick93 I am 13 yrs old, and even though I have an Enduro, you are so right.
*while doing wheelies only*
that’s me
I am thirteen I have an Orbea MX 30 which is a hard tail and i have a full face XD
Still better than no helmet.
Curious... why do XC riders go visorless? Their out in the same elements as trail riders.
Same with people wearing half a helmet ontop of ther head, same elements as the fullface but they think ther protected with 75% of ther head exposed to impacts
@@Rab_Cee Or maybe because it has better ventilation and is lighter. Wearing a full face for 100+ miles, or for a XC race is plain impossible.
Bell Super Air R 💪
Bell super dh is better has a proper dh rating 💪
@@kieran710 thats right but the air vent is less then Air R and i like it helmet shape
I did try both i wanted the air r originally but after learning its not got proper dh rating and seeing both it didnt feel as sturdy as dh but like you say it has more air vents but i prefer the fit of the dh when you remove the chin bar over the air r so that made the decision for me.
@@kieran710 thanks for the info...i will try Super DH after this...thanks man
I'm referring to helmets as lids from now on
Just bought my full face , my buddy busted his jaw in a crash so f**k that I’m going full face!
is this good for 5'11
I cringe when I see anyone riding a bike without a helmet. It just doesn’t make sense not to protect your head.
It all depends on your background. If you're a skateboarder that is used to falling on concrete and metal with no helmet, it's hard to get scared of falling on dirt and crashing into trees without one.
@@Shakshuka69 can I ask why skateboarders don’t wear helmets?
@@charlie9ine I think it's mostly a confidence thing. Kind of like why free climbers don't use safety ropes, or why free divers don't take backup oxygen tanks. But also with a splash of vanity, like how cheerleaders and gymnasts don't wear helmets either. There's a subconscious element to not having a safety net that makes you protect yourself. When the slightest bit of fear is what sabotages you, confidence is everything.
@@Shakshuka69 I agree. I love mountain biking because it offers risk. You’re talking about people who understand the risks and have prepared not to fail. I’m talking about the majority of people that don’t comprehend the risk. I know.... then why don’t we wear helmets every time we leave the house? I’m not that sort of person but I do believe in protection when the risk is higher. Mountain biking, well cycling, elevates the risk to a level I think the protection is valid.
@@charlie9ine it's not that "usefull" mayority of times when you get hit by a skateboard is usually the ankle, knees and the nuts. I don't wear helmet for my style, but if I want to do some big ramps that's when I would wear a helmet. Also helmets really distract me. But for mountain biking, it's a must thing
I bought a Poc Tectal for £25 how good is that!
That’s crazy mate
Everything functions properly ruclips.net/user/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Nothing was damaged in the box aside from a decal on the fork. The decal was missing a piece of a corner but I ended up peeling them off anyways. Assembly is easy BUT make sure you tune up the derailleurs. Both the front and rear need adjusting. I'd advise going to a bike shop but I opted out and put in 10+ hours with the help of RUclips. Ended up fraying a shifter cable but all in all I learned from the experience. The Brakes work well but the front caliper needs adjusting or at least mine did because the rotor was rubbing against the pads. Make sure you swap out the seat, grips, and pedals. For the short run you'll be fine though. I've read that this bike isn't built yet for hard trails but I just need it for the city. PA has some of the worst roads and being in a mountain this was a great choice. Worth the investment!
Why isn't this video listed as sponsored? The title should be 'how to choose a POC helmet'
Going to guess that POC haven’t specifically asked for the video to be made. They do list POC as a sponsor on every video
Does it matter? The information is all valid and valuable.
Doe s it matter? The. Information is all valid and valuable.
The info applies to every helmet, every video is sponsored by their sponsors, and they included examples of features from other brands (detachable chinbar, ANGI).
I use fullface on pumptrack
Best of the best. Xoxo
Fox dropframe: bonjour
Can you ride with mtb helmet on tarmac?!
yeah, it's going to be safer than any road helmet.
I didn't know air hostesses were adjustable.