Eric Aldinger
Research MIPS, ODS suspension, and Koroyd technologies. MIPS can be
found on many helmets. The other two are found on specific
manufacturers' helmets. All of these are newer and it is easier to
find marketing hype than science backing the claims.
http://mbaction.com/uncategorized/helmet-technology-to-save-your-brain
http://bicycles.stackexchange.com/questions/32719/are-mips-helmets-actually-any-safer-than-standard-helmets-independent-research
On Sat, Jul 23, 2016 at 4:38 PM, J Bravard via OBRA wrote:
> Have you considered full face? At Sandy Ridge you can either carry it up the
> road or wear a different helmet and swap when you come down as long as you
> have a pack that holds helmets well.
>
> Or, many of us have had good luck with the Bell Super 2R. Removable chin bar
> and great coverage even without the chin bar.
>
>
> On Jul 23, 2016 10:17 AM, "Tom Bird via OBRA" wrote:
>
> In my previous off topic post at the very end I asked about helmet
> suggestions. Seeing how I have a compromised skull now that they cracked me
> open and cut a bit of my brain out my fianc�� wants me to get the best,
> safest, most protective helmet out there. I will need one for mountain
> biking (95% Sandy Ridge type riding) and one for road/cross.
>
>
>
> Clearly understanding that everyone���s head, sizing, fit, is different I am
> sure there will be lots of opinions. I have been a Giro helmet guy for
> years as they seem to fit me best. I have not kept up on the other various
> options out there so just looking for additional research.
>
>
>
> Thanks for the info!
>
>
>
> Tom
>
>
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