Helmet Replacement
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Printed Date: 07 Oct 2025 at 11:18pm
Topic: Helmet Replacement
Posted By: PaddleGirl
Subject: Helmet Replacement
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:04am
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So what are all of your thoughts on helmet replacement? I have a shred ready vixen that I like a lot, which I've had for a few years (though a lot of times nowadays I just wear my full face). I noticed this weekend after taking two hits to the head that i have a smallish, maybe about a one inch crack. I also noticed a little bit of a bullseye, maybe cracks, but not major damage. so it's not major damage but there is some damage other than scratches. think it should be replaced? or are there some general rules on helmet replacement? Muchas gracias.
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Posted By: Ellingferd
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:15am
| Crack = replace. The crack means the helmet did its job in response to a pretty hard hit and it cracked instead of your head. If you hit that spot again, it is likely you will get hurt. |
Posted By: James
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:30am
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Crack = Replace. Or duct tape, just kidding, don't do that, your head is worth much more alive. /media/photoview.asp?File_Id=4521">  |
Posted By: PaddleGirl
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:40am
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yeah this is kinda what i was thinking. thanks guys. i'm gonna look awesome rockin my full face on the wenatchee. :-)
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Posted By: dave
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:09pm
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I like the Sweet line of Helmets, kinda pricey, but really comfortable and seem to hold up to a lot of abuse. ------------- Nomad |
Posted By: brig
Date Posted: 21 May 2012 at 7:13pm
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if you like the vixen, try the Shred Ready Shaggy....a little bit more coverage than the vixen...it's like the Tdub for girls.
------------- Chris B. |
Posted By: NateW
Date Posted: 22 May 2012 at 8:59am
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If you want a cheap helmet I think these are pretty nice considering they're $25
http://nextadventure.net/voz-evolution-helmet.html |