Hi riders!
Well, we have seen elbow and knee protectors and gloves, in this chapter we will see the issue of helmets, perhaps he should be first, but anyway, I tell you now. For next we will see less common and protections apply only already declining, as are the bibs, torso and leg guards and neck guards.
Needless to say, the helmet is not an option, the helmet is essential, it's like a seat belt car. Depending on usage you have to give your bike, but in this article assume that the use you give is more aggressive than normal, you should choose a type of helmet or another.
Overall we can say that there are three types of helmets, namely, open, hybrid and comprehensive.
Typically the open helmet is the typical bike helmet we see and we all usually have to say that a helmet is only valid for route and in calm conditions, or not very aggressive. It is not recommended to go to "fly" or jumping with open helmet, because the chances of you bust his face in a fall are high.
Another point to consider is that between the hulls open two types, road and mountain, both are very similar, but the road is slightly lighter and with slightly less protection in the nape depending on brands. So my advice is to always buy a helmet specifically for mountain bike and not get carried away by the light or ventilation.
So you know, enfúndate a helmet, even one of 20 euros, there is no excuse. In my case I use two types of helmets, I have one for winter and one summer. Winter really is a BMX helmet, which protects more than ever, the problem is that air worse, but in winter this is something I do not care much besides me a little better protect ears and neck against the cold. Although this is not, is identical in shape. You can buy it in Decathlon for 15 euros.
BMX
Although you can use mountain bike perfectly, it is more robust and more protective, so no problems, since any extra protection is not over.
In summer this type of helmet is already unbearable, and more in black, so I open a standard MTB. Decathlon also. is Btwin Sport 7. An outstanding helmet, very light, highly ventilated and extremely comfortable, the price is more expensive however, costs 45 euros,
The truth is that there is a large gap between the helmet and Rueter downhill or freeride, and there is nothing or almost nothing in between, it is difficult to find and what little there is expensive. Enduro practitioners have a hard time, there are few options to choose from to make the "goat" and ensure the face in case of serious fall. Currently what we find in the market are the models "Met Parachute" and "Viper MX." These helmets can put on and remove the "chin" or front, look like this.
see, these helmets are at the top similar to those above, but protect the face, in case you had an impact front against something. The problem with this headset is its scarcity and price, they are around 150 euros each. Therefore not an option for everyone. On the other hand do not offer complete protection as a helmet, so you are always in question. However, in my opinion are a great choice if you practice trialeras enduro or strong. You can put up without the chin, and when you go down it is placed. Interestingly, although its appearance is a bit of Star Wars.
The last type of helmet that we will discuss is the helmet. So far we have helmets that are "multipurpose" so to speak, the route can take, in summer, winter, etc, but when you go down there is no option, you can not use a hybrid, let alone a helmet open, you have to wear a helmet. These helmets are just lightweight versions and more airy than motocross helmets. Fully protect the head and eyes are exposed only to small rocks, dirt, sand, etc, so it is highly recommended complemented by good eye protection. Its appearance is this, I put mine with which I am very happy. Also I got offer of 32 euros, a real bargain for the mark 661, is the model Strike of 2008.
As you can see this is not very suitable for a Sunday best output. These helmets have serious ventilation problems and reduce a bit of hearing, also if you have not ever used require some adaptation, since somewhat reduced field of vision when used in combination with protective goggles and somewhat reduce the mobility of the head, so you feel strange when you start using, driving change much on the bike at first until you get used to is something that must be taken into account. However, the only option to take the head completely protected if they fall into a decline, no more, if you want to practice downhill or freeride usually have to wear a helmet.
The issue of size is more than critical, it should be tested but these helmets and make a quiet exit test to see how it go, you can not buy it and go to a landing directly there are always little adjustments to make until we have a perfect town, also depending on the type of head you have, some brands may go better than others.
I recommend you probeis it home before leaving for a while and you will see if you press somewhere, turn a little neck to see if you can slash the hitch and adjust accordingly, etc. It seems silly that it is not, at times testing helmets in the store and are perfect, but after wearing them 20 minutes, whatever, you press a vein or similar and you have a headache, or ears etc. Therefore very important to buy the right size. That if the later that you could wear at home going to look like a "retarded" as happened to me, who was with the pajamas and the helmet.
These helmets are a wide range of models and prices, usually find a helmet for a decent brand from the 60 or 70 euros, can find up to 500 euros. My recommendation is 661, you of all types, prices and colors and you're the most you have to buy the brand POC.
A point to note is that there are motocross helmets that are almost exactly the same, but not tempted to buy unless you do desecensos at the North Pole or in areas with lots of very cold, simply because if poorly ventilated specific bike, then imagine a motorcycle.
Another important issue in this hull is combined with appropriate protective eyewear. More than anything because normally the downhill circuits are full of gravel, stones and dust, so that you can go ahead of you "spit" a good rock or dust easily. The theme of the glasses has two problems, the first is that fog and the second is that the thing gets more complicated if you turn you use glasses to see, as I do.
glasses I use are these Oakley, which are designed to be worn under glasses to see the truth is going very well. Oakley Proven OTG are the MX, just take a little more room on the side (small openings) so you can put the pins on the spectacles in comfort, you can see in the picture. They are somewhat expensive, 36 euros (almost more than the hull) but in my case I can not do without the glasses because I hate contact lenses.
The issue of condensation on the inside of these glasses is very complicated when you take your glasses to see and when they start the heat and sweat, I tried almost everything , liquid fog, I tried two types of glasses and more, but ultimately the best option is to take away the little web that lead at the top allowing air to circulate, I did and have not returned to fog.
Well peers. I hope these of advice based on my personal experience I find them useful.
Greetings!
See you on the trail!
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