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2015-08-03 8:26 PM

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Subject: Aero helmet options
I have a birthday in a few months and my wife wants to get me a new helmet. We are on a tight budget but I am seeing some good sales out there. I am looking at three options under $125:

Limar Crono Speed Demon
Louis Garneau Vorttice
Giro Advantage 2

Any comments on these or other suggestions?

Thanks,


2015-08-03 11:37 PM
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I've had both the Giro and the LG.

LG seemed to perform better, and wasn't as deafening either. No issues with heat so far with the built in vent.

Are you able to try them on to see how it conforms to you minimizing gap etc.?
2015-08-03 11:38 PM
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Also, having the white version, everyone knows when I'm coming! :p

It looks like a huge golf-ball!! It's awesome!
2015-08-04 5:23 AM
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Subject: RE: Aero helmet options
Originally posted by Stuartap

I have a birthday in a few months and my wife wants to get me a new helmet. We are on a tight budget but I am seeing some good sales out there. I am looking at three options under $125:

Limar Crono Speed Demon
Louis Garneau Vorttice
Giro Advantage 2

Any comments on these or other suggestions?

Thanks,



There is a company called AlphaMantis that does aero testing in Velodromes around the world. LA and Milton Ont are the two closest in North America

They test hundreds of athletes including Pro tour riders and pro triathletes.

What they will tell you is helmets are very individualized. What works best for me may be worst for you. Your position, your body shape and how air flows around and through you makes a difference

But in all the testing they have have done, two helmets stand out as testing fast a lot of the time. The Giro A2 and the LG P09.

Their conclusion is that to know for sure your must test but if you can't test, the A2 (of that list) is your safest bet

Lots of stuff on ST on this if you are looking.
2015-08-04 7:47 AM
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Subject: RE: Aero helmet options
Originally posted by marcag

Originally posted by Stuartap

I have a birthday in a few months and my wife wants to get me a new helmet. We are on a tight budget but I am seeing some good sales out there. I am looking at three options under $125:

Limar Crono Speed Demon
Louis Garneau Vorttice
Giro Advantage 2

Any comments on these or other suggestions?

Thanks,



There is a company called AlphaMantis that does aero testing in Velodromes around the world. LA and Milton Ont are the two closest in North America

They test hundreds of athletes including Pro tour riders and pro triathletes.

What they will tell you is helmets are very individualized. What works best for me may be worst for you. Your position, your body shape and how air flows around and through you makes a difference

But in all the testing they have have done, two helmets stand out as testing fast a lot of the time. The Giro A2 and the LG P09.

Their conclusion is that to know for sure your must test but if you can't test, the A2 (of that list) is your safest bet

Lots of stuff on ST on this if you are looking.


^^This^^
2015-08-04 8:27 AM
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Subject: RE: Aero helmet options

I've had my Giro Advantage 2 for about three years and like it.  

The ear flaps make it a bit of a challenge to put on compared to a conventional helmet, but it's not a big deal with a little practice.

Having your ears covered also muffles and distorts sound a bit which takes some getting used to.   Usually not a big deal during a race, but you need use some caution on training rides until you get used to it.    

I've read comments about it being hot due to the reduced number of cooling vents versus a road helmet, but I live in FL and have not experienced that being a problem.

Mark 



2015-08-04 9:38 AM
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Not trying to add more confusion to your shopping list but I just bought the Lazer Tardiz. My budget was similar to yours and so far I've been very happy with it. I'm sure whatever you go with will make you very happy.
2015-08-04 9:43 AM
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I picked up a used Giro Advantage 2 on ebay for about $40 and used that for a couple of seasons. Great helmet and had no issues with added heat. I upgraded to a new attack shield for about $199 (a bit above your budget) and I love it. The shield means I don't have to fuss with glasses (although you could wear prescription glasses underneath). It's also versatile enough to be an everyday helmet. I opted for the bright yellow to add visibility.
2015-08-04 2:16 PM
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I've had 2 of the Giro Advantage 2 helmets. Decent aero helmet but one nit, the part that covers the sides/ears tends to crack.

Other than that it works and never felt too hot in it.
2015-08-04 2:24 PM
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Originally posted by tedjohn

I picked up a used Giro Advantage 2 on ebay for about $40 and used that for a couple of seasons. Great helmet and had no issues with added heat. I upgraded to a new attack shield for about $199 (a bit above your budget) and I love it. The shield means I don't have to fuss with glasses (although you could wear prescription glasses underneath). It's also versatile enough to be an everyday helmet. I opted for the bright yellow to add visibility.


Although I love my Attack Shield, it's a slow helmet. I only use it for training. I think the OP wants a race helmet, in which case the A2 is a great choice. As mentioned, it tests fairly well on a lot of ppl, and it's cheap. It's my helmet of choice to race in.
2015-08-04 4:08 PM
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I have a Giro Air Attack. It's comfortable, cool, has the air shield and looks good. I don't think it's as fast as the three you listed though.


2015-08-04 7:45 PM
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I have one as well...


Its going to be my MTB helmet next year... going to buy the new Bontrager Aero road.
2015-08-06 1:01 AM
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I've had 2 of the Giro Advantage 2 helmets. Decent aero helmet but one nit, the part that covers the sides/ears tends to crack.

Other than that it works and never felt too hot in it.


Mine cracked there too!
2015-08-06 10:53 AM
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Had a Giro A2 several years ago and crashed in a race. Replacement was a Lazer Tardiz, but I always felt that I should have just stuck with the Giro. This season I got a new A2 for around $90 and couldn't be happier. There just seemed a ton of space around the ears on the Tardiz and it didn't fit nearly as snuggly against my back as the A2.

I have a Specialized Evade that I do training rides in. If I qualify for Kona that would probably be my hot weather race helmet.
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