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Old 04-30-2010, 08:19 PM   #6
Water Warrior 2
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Re: Helmet testing, helmet safety

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That was a very good read and does generate food for thought. All of my last few helmets have been DOT approved but not Snell approved like the 1st two. My next hat will be DOT and I will be looking for comfort and noise control more than anything else. Hopefully the Multitech will still be around in a couple years because it is on my short list. A bike show is the best place to see helmets and try various brands on for fit and comfort. Also there nearly always seems to be a knowledgeable sales rep to talk to about the product.
This article points out that plastic hats deform slightly and absorb impact while doing so. Having read this before a few times makes me wonder about really solid headgear. Yup, still boils down to choices but at least we have them to make.
Gonna have to check, maybe the Multitech is Snell approved, don't want that.
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