sjf@bentley.UUCP (SJ Foster) (08/25/84)
Thanks to everyone who replied to my article "Helmet choice?".
The common point to all responses was that the SNELL approval
IS important. Some helmets that were recommended were "Shoei
Z-100", "Simpson Carbon Fiber", "Bell Star", "Bell TourStar",
and Nava (not Nova, sorry).
I tried several helmets at several dealers. I found one restriction
was size (I take a 7 7/8). Only Nava and Bell make helmets this size.
I ended up with a Bell TourStar, not only because I found it more
comfortable (I didn't like the padding on the Nava across the cheek),
but it seems more protective since it comes down below the chin.
I paid $127. for it which is $30. below list. I see it advertised
in magazines for $97. though. Has anyone ever ordered anything from
these mail order places?
Thanks again,
Scott J. Foster
AT&T Bell Laboratories
Piscataway, NJ
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