Helmet Choices

[bigwonton]

Originally Posted by 5th_bike

In an article comparing the ventilation of different brands, I read that HJC has good ventilation. So I got an HJC CL-MAX, because of my glasses I had to have a modular (flip up front) helmet. It is DOT approved and since it is modular, it doesn't have SNELL approval. No modular helmet gets SNELL approval, obviously. No big deal.

I got a CL-MAX for pretty much the same reasons. Commuting with glasses is just too much of a pain without a modular helmet. However, there have been instances where the modular chin piece has broken off (scroll through the pictures in this thread: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=347210) - but that's a risk I'm assuming when I commute to work on surface streets.

I also picked up a CL-15 and wear that when I go for extended/dedicated rides or ride on the freeway. DOT/SNELL certified and always seem to be on clearance somewhere for around $70.