I’m not sure if “review” is the right title for this. Helmet fit is such an individual thing, so I expect that you’re really going to have to look and try things on for yourself!
That being said, a few of you were interested in my new helmet, and I can tell you how it's working for me! I took a few extra pictures of it this weekend and will do my best to describe my initial impressions of it.
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Leather harness that's pretty secure feeling and comfortable despite how substantial it looks. |
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Underside shows you the construction - outer shell, foam, MIPS liner (yellow), and removable washable liner. |
This particular model has SEI certification to ASTM F1163-15, Kitemarks to VG1 01-040 2014-12 and PAS015:2011, and a CE mark to VG1 01-040 2014-12. The JS1 Pro is ASTM F1163-15, PAS015:2011, VG1 01-040 2014-12 according to the Charles Owen website.
Overall, I really like the fit and feel of this helmet. I ended up with a 58 round fit, and while I don't really have trouble finding helmets that fit well, this is probably the first that is comfortable enough I actually forget it's on. It's not summer yet, but we've had a very mild January (12 degrees Celsius yesterday) and I've had some good rides in it where I've been down to a t-shirt and still found it light and comfortable feeling. It feels like a nice compromise between the bigger, more expensive xc helmets and a lighter, ventilated schooling helmet.
I am glad it is working for you. I am intrigued by the MIPS.
ReplyDeleteI think the idea makes sense, but I didn't have luck finding a bunch of hard numbers for this post...some studies said 10% more effective, others said more, depending on the type of impact. I guess there is an issue with liability if they promote it as "x% safer!" and someone gets hurt anyway.
Deleteit looks like a much more streamlined fit for you compared to the skull cap i currently have for myself. i haven't tried on a charles owen in like, erm, a decade?? but maybe next time i go for a new skull cap i'll give one a try.
ReplyDeleteI have a smaller face and some helmets totally overwhelm me and give me a mushroom head. I agree this one seems a lot less bulky than most!
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