is this what a full face is suppose to feel like?

bokinator · 08-31-2003, 06:35 AM

Sorry for making so many posts about my stupid quest in search of a full face.

But anyways, I went to mec today and bought a small/medium size pryme helmet. It had a very snug fit. When I tried the med/large (which is the next size up) it was too big because the helmet was able to move while I moved my head left and right. So I decided to go with the small/medium. However, after wearing it for a little while, the helmet seemed to sqish my head a bit, especially my ears. After taking it off, my head feels so light. Is this what it's suppose to feel like for any typical full face? Should I just wear it a little longer so that the paddings will break in?

btw, the helmet is blue, good or bad?

Millstone · 08-31-2003, 06:44 AM

it should clamp down on your head, but not cause pain. if it fits tight it's good to go.

flizzy home dawg · 08-31-2003, 07:10 AM

sounds good to go...

Leifless · 08-31-2003, 07:12 AM

sounds good. youll get used to it after a while.

|)uR0 .243 · 08-31-2003, 08:16 AM

i went through the exact same thing and ive had mine for 3 months and it fits nice and snug just wait a bit for it to break in.

switch · 08-31-2003, 08:39 AM

I had the same problem. Even got a a bit of a muscle tension headache on my first long ride. Takes a couple rides to get used to the helment.

Nelson · 08-31-2003, 08:56 AM

Blue....I dunno Ive heard many thing about how the blue decreases wind resistance, but a red would drastically increase mid rear propulsion....Youre best to try a good purple to have the best of both worlds...

switch · 08-31-2003, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Leroy McRodney
Blue....I dunno Ive heard many thing about how the blue decreases wind resistance, but a red would drastically increase mid rear propulsion....Youre best to try a good purple to have the best of both worlds...

Dan · 08-31-2003, 10:38 AM

i got an MX FF. i think its heeps comfy

bbike · 08-31-2003, 02:44 PM

i got a 661 comp helmet, best ff helmet i have ever worn, I have tried all the others to. Plus its only 45 bucks and really light.

HellBent · 08-31-2003, 04:08 PM

my large 661 full brovo 02 fits really good it doesnt clamp down and cuase pain but it does move around just a hair.

i tried on my friends medium 661 full bravo but it was really really tight.

i think they should fit snug but also have a bit of room for your hair to grow.

but my ff is nice and comfy and its red.

M13 · 08-31-2003, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dan
i got an MX FF. i think its heeps comfy

same,

mines a Bell mx helmet and it even says it will work with street bikes, off road racings.

this helmet is hell ya beef but the biggest flaw is the 2.7 lb weight
and that it has ZERO vents

not the best helmet to wear in summer but the paint job is

FullMonty · 08-31-2003, 05:55 PM

Out of curiosity, how much do those MX fullfaces run? I'm really running out of options, since nothing from Bell, Giro, 661, or Ridge fits my head.

switch · 09-01-2003, 03:15 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by FullMonty
Out of curiosity, how much do those MX fullfaces run? I'm really running out of options, since nothing from Bell, Giro, 661, or Ridge fits my head.

And how much do they weigh? They look like they would weigh more than an MTB FF helmet, and they look hot.

The $550 ($700 retail) Troy Lee fits a huge noggin, is light, and seems like it would be quite cool. I might get one because of its importance, but it sure would be nice if the price was a little more reasonable.

looneyman · 09-01-2003, 03:51 AM

The padding should pack in a bit, thats what happened to my 661 comp. I agree with bbike, the 661 comp helmet is the best full face helmet for the price. They look awesome, have pretty good venting, are light, they're comfy, and they're only $45 at jenson usa.

08-31-2003, 06:35 AM	#1
bokinator bleh Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,675 Rep Power: 183837	is this what a full face is suppose to feel like? Sorry for making so many posts about my stupid quest in search of a full face. But anyways, I went to mec today and bought a small/medium size pryme helmet. It had a very snug fit. When I tried the med/large (which is the next size up) it was too big because the helmet was able to move while I moved my head left and right. So I decided to go with the small/medium. However, after wearing it for a little while, the helmet seemed to sqish my head a bit, especially my ears. After taking it off, my head feels so light. Is this what it's suppose to feel like for any typical full face? Should I just wear it a little longer so that the paddings will break in? btw, the helmet is blue, good or bad? __________________

08-31-2003, 07:10 AM	#3
flizzy home dawg Chubbin' like a Muffin Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 571 Rep Power: 1790	sounds good to go... __________________ Bikes with two wheels for life.

08-31-2003, 08:16 AM	#5
\|)uR0 .243 i need money Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: North Vancouver Posts: 364 Rep Power: 13	i went through the exact same thing and ive had mine for 3 months and it fits nice and snug just wait a bit for it to break in. __________________ last one there is a penis pump!!

08-31-2003, 08:39 AM	#6
switch two foot hucker Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Old Buck Posts: 30,083 Rep Power: 13897290	I had the same problem. Even got a a bit of a muscle tension headache on my first long ride. Takes a couple rides to get used to the helment. __________________ It is easy to dodge our responsibilities, but we cannot dodge the consequences of dodging our responsibilities. - Josiah Stamp Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race. - H.G. Wells

08-31-2003, 08:56 AM	#7
Nelson Click Click Click Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 12,587 Rep Power: 34177	Blue....I dunno Ive heard many thing about how the blue decreases wind resistance, but a red would drastically increase mid rear propulsion....Youre best to try a good purple to have the best of both worlds... __________________ .

08-31-2003, 06:44 AM	#2
Millstone Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,585 Rep Power: 0	it should clamp down on your head, but not cause pain. if it fits tight it's good to go.

08-31-2003, 07:12 AM	#4
Leifless cl_maxpackets=38 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: S.P. LOC Posts: 2,486 Rep Power: 1438	sounds good. youll get used to it after a while.

08-31-2003, 10:38 AM	#9
Dan ~LeToy Pride~ Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 740 Rep Power: 11	i got an MX FF. i think its heeps comfy __________________ IM BACK!!!!! Letoy3, Sherman Sliders, CK Steelset headset, profile cranks, protaper bars, blackspire chaindevice, mag30's....etc, etc.

08-31-2003, 02:44 PM	#10
bbike Team Bighit: Get on it! Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 1,021 Rep Power: 10	i got a 661 comp helmet, best ff helmet i have ever worn, I have tried all the others to. Plus its only 45 bucks and really light. __________________ BIGHIT FOR SALE... CHEAP http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3669305997&category=58 081&sspagename=STRK%3AMESSE%3AIT&rd=1

08-31-2003, 04:08 PM	#11
HellBent Sherman Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: in connecticut Posts: 474 Rep Power: 11	my large 661 full brovo 02 fits really good it doesnt clamp down and cuase pain but it does move around just a hair. i tried on my friends medium 661 full bravo but it was really really tight. i think they should fit snug but also have a bit of room for your hair to grow. but my ff is nice and comfy and its red. __________________ www.fusionsoftgoods.com

08-31-2003, 05:55 PM	#13
FullMonty I'm Surrey-ous. Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 10,213 Rep Power: 10788875	Out of curiosity, how much do those MX fullfaces run? I'm really running out of options, since nothing from Bell, Giro, 661, or Ridge fits my head. __________________ Check my stuff for sale!

09-01-2003, 03:51 AM	#15
looneyman Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 44 Rep Power: 0	The padding should pack in a bit, thats what happened to my 661 comp. I agree with bbike, the 661 comp helmet is the best full face helmet for the price. They look awesome, have pretty good venting, are light, they're comfy, and they're only $45 at jenson usa.

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