summer helmet

**t4bbracer** · 05-06-2009 07:49 PM

I have a black triple 8 right now and its really nice but it gets super hot in the summers of san antonio. Does anyone know of a cooler helmet? Do lighter colors or shine make a difference?

**d-dub** · 05-06-2009 07:50 PM

paint it white or grey or some light, reflective color.

**Ian** · 05-06-2009 07:54 PM

PRO-TEC.NET/BIKE

I just found that and it's pretty much what i've been looking for for a while. 15 huge vents, and still has the skate style back. It's a bit pricy and i haven't been able to find it anywhere online though.

**t4bbracer** · 05-06-2009 07:54 PM

Do you think It would stick well on that rubbery shell?

**d-dub** · 05-06-2009 07:56 PM

Originally Posted by t4bbracer

Do you think It would stick well on that rubbery shell?

sticks fine, put a clear coat if you want to.

**t4bbracer** · 05-06-2009 07:58 PM

Originally Posted by d-dub

sticks fine, put a clear coat if you want to.

cool, I might try that

**t4bbracer** · 05-06-2009 08:08 PM

I found this also, has anyone tried it?
Pro-Tec Ace 2-Stage Helmets Protec Ace Gloss White Medium Helmet

**wooden** · 05-07-2009 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by t4bbracer

I found this also, has anyone tried it?
Pro-Tec Ace 2-Stage Helmets Protec Ace Gloss White Medium Helmet

I have a Protec with the 2-stage foam, and while it's super lightweight and comfortable, I doubt it would protect me from much of anything. You can literally bend the entire helmet in half like a rubber bowl or something.

I'd get something with a bit more protection; I only bought this one because I had just smashed a Giro Flak last summer and badly needed a helmet, and this one was comfy and fit well. I don't feel very safe in it, although I do still DH in it when I don't feel like wearing my full face...

**t4bbracer** · 05-07-2009 08:53 PM

do you think the rigid styrofoam like stuff will offer more protection? I was reading about how the 2 stage rebounds when you hit your head and makes the impact worse