$50 or $300 Cycling Helmet? Whats the best bang for the buck?

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I breakdown helmets from $50 up to $300. This video is sponsored by Competitive Cyclist, use code VEGANCYCLE15 for 15% off your first purchase, some brands excluded. Check out Competitive cyclist at bit.ly/2YnZsuY
Helmets are subjective in the way that they fit everyone different and look different on you vs me. So you should try on these helmets at a bike shop and find what works for you. I try to explain the difference between a $50 helmet and a $300 cycling helmet. So which cycling helmet should you buy? Below is my breakdown for the helmets.
Least Expensive (No Mips / great fit / strange look)
bit.ly/36Jya1D Kali Chakra Mono Helmet
Most expensive (Has mips, is aero, fits great, looks good)
bit.ly/36MeESo Giro Vanquish
Best Bang for the buck (Has mips, fits great, looks good, good price)
bit.ly/36P5HI3 Oakley Aro 5
My personal Favorite (Has Spin, fits great, looks good, is expensive)
bit.ly/38LeMTU POC Octal X
$100 helmet
bit.ly/2tvSky9 Kask Rapido
Very Eggplant helmet
bit.ly/35sme4h Oakley Aro 3
Most Areo
bit.ly/2sH7uQn POC Ventral Spin Helmet
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@g_rox6209 4 жыл бұрын

"I really don't want to look like a hardcore cyclist, I just want to look like a bro that's on his bike" ... LOL. Agreed! Now I gotta hit subscribe.

@michael3611 4 жыл бұрын

I rock my BMX helmet... During road rides, I get weird looks and at gravel events, I get high fives and smiles.

@RCHOWDHU 4 жыл бұрын

I was gonna write the same thing and found out this first comment hahaha

@marcv.5574 4 жыл бұрын

Imagine putting on a racecar driver suit to go to the highway. Thats what I think k of those cyclist that go all out. Old or out of shape dudes. There are some fit dudes but most look sloppy.

@juanpecan7089 3 жыл бұрын

His energy is so chill and unpretentious, while clearly being hardcore and fully about it. Great combination.

@rogerthat9869 3 жыл бұрын

lol that made me laugh, relatable lmao

@nerdly44 4 жыл бұрын

"Straight-on shot? I can't.....You're not gonna catch me wearing this." lmao

@dmv4554 4 жыл бұрын

Love these product testing vids. Love how honest they are.

@samdonkin1572 4 жыл бұрын

That Oakley helmet makes him look like toad from Mario kart

@erolfox 4 жыл бұрын

Right! Just say it makes ya look like a mushroom. No eggplant demonetizing necessary.

@Suba932 3 жыл бұрын

The side and back of the helmet loops dope, but that face shot is absolutely horrendous... Bummer

@philjoy08 3 жыл бұрын

😀😀😀

@BigBrownMonke 2 жыл бұрын

Which one? The Aro3 or Aro5

@Pocketbassist Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@birdy93 4 жыл бұрын

12:53 "It's a little too much for me, dude." cracked up so bad! you remind me of me. love it!

@juanpecan7089 3 жыл бұрын

YES TO MIPS. I got a catastrophic flat and went over my handlebars. Right temple hit the ground first and then from the scarring I def slid. My neck got a little yanked but I think the MIPS (Giro Register) saved me from serious damage.

@CycoWarriorx 4 жыл бұрын

Bro... I’m so glad you did this video and talked about safety... having been in a recent cycling crash and unknowingly hitting my head on the ground, cracking my helmet in two places (besides breaking my collarbone in two places), I was shocked to see a popular channel host a cycling panel where they whined and complained about the inconvenience of wearing one... unreal... glad you had a great line up to review...

@CycoWarriorx 4 жыл бұрын

Paul Wieringa Thanks Paul... trying... slow healing... 😫

@clintnieves 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. I'm planning to get the Giro Vanquish when I save enough. I got the Oakley Aro 3 recently because it went on sale to replace my Giro Foray without MIPS entry level helmet that cracked but I still use it for my commutes

@vonpupees 4 жыл бұрын

the go to bang for you buck helmet at my shop is the specialized align mips is $60 and a solid all rounder

@marinesr7 Жыл бұрын

First time watching this channel. Half way of it and you got me bro. I like your vibe, honesty, etc. Those are pretty much the things I consider when buying a helmet. Good job here. New subscriber.

@jdwalexander 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, my wife who isn't into cycling stopped in and watched this video and is already a fan of yours!

@adammackenzie 11 ай бұрын

My favourite feature of a helmet , screen mesh covered vent holes & built in rear red light ! I live in Canada, bugs get bad on those travel rides. Great reviews.

@Dennis4523 4 жыл бұрын

The thumbnail is how you flex on those Fred local commuters

@LedgesandLoops 4 жыл бұрын

Get the Spaceball helmet for the best aerodynamics

@BIIIKES Жыл бұрын

Would love to see you do more product reviews. These are gold, man.

@loganwiebe1427 4 жыл бұрын

“Heat doesn’t bother me at all” insert Dirty Kanza vid. Lols

@TheVCAdventures 4 жыл бұрын

The heat there wasnt a thing, it was over hydrating the night before, which I never thought could be a thing.

@tombierman1950 4 жыл бұрын

Somebody else mentioned this too, but you should do a video on which helmets hold which type of glasses best. I never thought that was a big deal, but POCs are great at holding glasses and some others really suck as it. Keep up the great videos bruh

@francisignacio2220 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I just ordered the Oakley Aro5 based on your recommendation.

@Demon09-_- 4 жыл бұрын

Payed like 120 for a bontrager velocis mips a few years back on a sale. But now mips can be found in helmets down around the 60 buck price range or even lower if on a sale .

@suomik1988 3 жыл бұрын

I've tried a bunch of helmets but I always go back to my Kask Protone. It looks sick, is highly adjustable, fit is a mazing, and holds most of my glasses no problem.

@Agent-vj3ns Ай бұрын

Too bad Kask replaced it with the Icon. It sucks now. I bought 3 and all of the dials broke before even riding with them. Complete trash.

@marianochvro 2 жыл бұрын

Dud, a little outdated video now but this has helped me A LOT to decide to go for the POC. Just got back into MTB and there I definitely want to spend in security (And looks of course).

@flyinlo1474 3 жыл бұрын

dude, this video was very helpful and it just made me laugh. seriously, I have been riding my 20 year-old mountain bike day after day killing my buttt riding in street shoes and a Walmart helmet. Doing a complete rebuild on my 1988 road bike that I bought over 20 years ago so now feeling like I was going to have a very nice bike to ride, I did not want to look like a goober in my Walmart helmet. so I found this very very helpful and I have my Octal X on order!

@sk1ppercat912 4 жыл бұрын

I love my vanquish. I do agree that it looks kinda tall especially from the front. But it just feels so fast.

@prodifycycling4177 4 жыл бұрын

6:22 I'm diggin" the Oakley Aero 5.

@damiandavies4632 4 жыл бұрын

Good info, good reviews and he's comical!

@TIstompsUout 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the Russet potato Award from CPCN. You're definitely the best Vegan cycling KZfaq Channel.

@dbest1aVlogs 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent and fair Bro review of these helmets. As always a pleasure to watch Bro.. love your vids.... Yeaaaaaa👍👍👍👍👍👍

@Ju5tTry1n2H3Lp 4 жыл бұрын

That ARO5 is pretty awesome, but yeah, no venting. Pours sweat in your eyes.

@edwardtang1977 4 жыл бұрын

Try Bell Super 2R or 3R or the newer Air. It is a favorite helmet for many including me. Remove the chin guard, and it still looks good.

@dbrowninc 4 жыл бұрын

"If you a broke bro..." gave me a chuckle.

@gaston. 2 жыл бұрын

Lol.. yes, the last POC you look like Rick Moranis in Spaceballs.. Great info!, thanks for sharing.. I have the same head shape as you so this was very valuable.. Thanks!

@josephdunbar2105 4 жыл бұрын

Oakley Aro3 all the way. I’ve had many. Oakley is very lite, looks good, super comfortable and only two pads inside. Easy to clean and having to replace the pads is cheap as opposed to say....a kask that has like 8 pads and the bastards want 30 bucks plus shipping for replacement pads.

@matthewheimann4492 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, I would like to see mix and match with helmet and eyewear. How does Oakley eyewear and poc helmet match up and viscera. Talking comfort, looks, and storage.

@RileyDao 4 жыл бұрын

In love with the Oakley ARO3 MIPS. Got it for $90 for Black Friday. Similar ventilation to the catlike mixino (not as good but very very close) but feels WAY more safe and fits great. Highly recommend, just make sure to definitely size up like he said. PS: i think it looks good in comparison to the poc octal aero I also have which looks extra 🍆

@Sir-Prizse 4 жыл бұрын

I bought the extremely cheap Giro Isode, you get this helmet with MIPS... fits good, does not look to bad.

@MrClickclickpow 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, just got the Aro5 from Amazon today, large was way too small for my big ass head, was really nice, looked slick, I would have been stuntin with my sutros and new diverge!

@brucewayne-ej3cx 4 жыл бұрын

Ur right dude I'ma get the skate park helmet . I had one when I was skating and bmx in Seattle . I'm just a stoner bro don't whatever I feel like.

@crossnut72 4 жыл бұрын

I had an Oakley Aro 3 and that was a sweat bucket. Didn’t vent well at all in the summer. Two rides and I got rid of it.

@user-qu3ir6cs3s 2 жыл бұрын

how come you are not in the show biz? you are a natural in entertainment! (the intro is sheer pleasure laugh and the rest, boy, cut down to business, true value in analyses)

@cyclenutter2715 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for helping me with the GoPro mount (I DMed you on insta)

@uhhFez Жыл бұрын

You got me in tears the way you're describing the look of them 🤣 cheers bro

@granddolph 2 жыл бұрын

great content V

@troyjbell 4 жыл бұрын

Another VC video! Awesome bro!

@brandony1711 4 жыл бұрын

You should check out the higher end Kali helmets they’re great and they have their own version of “mips” as well

@oschoa 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the good work you do bro

@alanhill7965 4 жыл бұрын

For me it has to be Poc the only make that fits my extremely large head ,,great video !

@dddux 3 жыл бұрын

There are some very nice and durable helmets at the second hand war gear shop. Indestructible, man.

@johngibson1072 4 жыл бұрын

You can spot MIPS by looking the layer of clear plastic with yellow dots on it on the inside between the retention system and the body of the hat.

@nesthi Жыл бұрын

🤘💪 I like how you took into consideration the advantage of the MIPS protecting the biker when he/she slides! 🌱💚

@kylecouture1917 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Giro Fray Mips helmet. 85 full price and its very comfortable. I do want a Vanquish though.

@Mrich775 4 жыл бұрын

I'm far more worried about a directional impact system(mips or others) in my motorcycle helmet than I am my road helmet. I'll stick with focusing on weight and comfort myself.

@Davmm96 Жыл бұрын

Kali Invader 2.0. Breathable, full-face. Because I go hardcore at the pump track with my step-trough urban bike on my way back home.

@solitaryrefinement6787 4 жыл бұрын

Knowing what I know now, I could roll with Giro's $50 MIPS helmet and call it a day. I still rock my Giro Prolight because it's still a cool riding helmet, it still looks great and it still as light as a gnat's eyelash. If I had to upgrade for whatever reason, today's helmets are so good that you can really get yesterday's flagship in Giro's entry-level line and then some. Of course, "fit" is subjective so I won't even judge that, but all other things being objective (cooling, safety technology, retention options, etc...), Giro's Isode would do...as long as it's all black. 😎

@stuartdryer1352 4 жыл бұрын

Ventillation is a big issue for me. I live in Houston. 6 months out of the year that is a huge factor for me. Here evaporative cooling is pretty compromised because of humidity. Probably not a factor in NoCal.

@jasko614 2 жыл бұрын

I like your attitude and honesty dude 👍😀

@ProfessorSteez 4 жыл бұрын

Oakley Aro5 was $125 on black friday! I’m currently running an Aro5 and Aether, but if I could buy one it’d be Catlike Mixino.

@PensacolaCyclistRunnerPetlover Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the look and feel of the Kask monitor helmet

@imanfrancisco 3 жыл бұрын

The POC Omne Air spin looks good, too.

@boobby 4 жыл бұрын

I have a lazer z1, and with the choice of adding an aero shell, got a blue to black fade £70, bes5t helmet

@alwaysup22 4 жыл бұрын

Giro Synthe for me... Helmet needs to have a place to store glasses in because it dope, and so i would put that up there. Unsure how well these other helmets have a slot to store glasses?

@philipsantos8123 3 жыл бұрын

I got obsessed with the Oakley Aro 3 after Jordan Sarrou became champion in the uci xco 2020 😁

@Jeff-bd4gg 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. More content like this!

@silva4428 Жыл бұрын

You should try the specialized align II. 50$ bucks, has mips, several colors and to me an amazing look.

@DeStraatz 4 жыл бұрын

MIPS!!!! As a person that has had a very recent experience with the aether, i broke my thumb, whole body was bruised and the helmet crushed in, so much that i had a surface bruise on my head. But no concussion, loss of consciousness or headache. I normally buy Giro, I have had the synthe (mips and not mips) and stacked it in the mips synthe which gave me a bit of a harder hit than the aether (the aether also a loy more comfy). I would recommend the cinder/ember as it is light and cheap. There are also cheaper giro mips road helmets, but comfort and style starts to lack. My two cents.

@federicocoldeira4699 4 жыл бұрын

What about Giro Isode with MIPS? Have you tried it?

@ronm9357 4 жыл бұрын

Good and honest review. 👍

@ayowser01 4 жыл бұрын

Specialized Evade 2: vents well, aero, mips SL, ANGi, expensive.

@BigWaveDaveO 4 жыл бұрын

Obvious head injury for the opening...LOL Thanks for the good laugh.

@typhoon3s943 4 жыл бұрын

Hi there love the vids and have been vegan/ plant based for the last 2 months and feel stronger and healthier. Been loving zwift whats the vegan cyclist kit code would love to rep it. Cheers

@jonathanvermillion7263 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man nice vid! What glasses were you wearing in the beginning??

@MrHotcocopuffs 4 жыл бұрын

If you want a POC helmet, I highly recommend the POC Omne Air Spin. It is much cheaper than other POC helmets coming in at $150 and has a great look and feel.

@jadezore 4 жыл бұрын

agreed

@grigoryp201 Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for your comment, I'm thinking of purchasing Poc Omne. Could you please specify if it is capable of holding sunglasses?

@MrHotcocopuffs Жыл бұрын

@@grigoryp201 yeah I put sunglasses in mine all the time.

@gummybear41283 8 ай бұрын

How’s it fit? I don’t want a narrow fir

@marcogiampa283 4 жыл бұрын

POC helmets no not have mips, they have their own system called SPIN, same type of thing but the item will be listed as Octal X Spin for example

@TraumaER 4 жыл бұрын

*I never wore a helmet growing up except on a motorcycle. I am trying to get a helmet again for bicycling. But now I remember why I never wore a bicycle helmet...*

@vardansimonyan966 4 жыл бұрын

my helm leaves little space between the sides of my head and the helm itself. Is it normal? Or should I go for a better fitting helm?

@tombierman1950 4 жыл бұрын

Not sure this is accurate, but I feel like a cycling cap under the helmet does the same thing as MIPS. I have both a MIPS helmet (Bell z20?) and the POC Octal X (without MIPS and pre-SPIN) and honestly using a cap does the same thing as MIPS imo. I definitely prefer the Octal for most rides.

@toddmeerdink4782 4 жыл бұрын

Best review videos! You rock!

@CarbonRider1 4 жыл бұрын

“don’t be that guy...” 😂

@jojoanggono3229 Жыл бұрын

A while ago I fell and was unconscious for about 10 minutes. My Bell helmet (non MIPS) was cracked in 2 spot and my head was bruised at one spot. Lucky it was not my head that cracked. After that event I got a Mets MIPS helmet which is on special deal. In where I live, Kask and Poc is the cool bro and sis go to helmet.

@charlestirkey 8 ай бұрын

Viewing your content, for finding an alternative for the "non elitist bmx style" which am sporting now. Just got back to road cycling.

@LuciTulcea 4 ай бұрын

You deserve millions of views and likes for that thumbnail alone!😅👍

@hartmutfeil4870 4 жыл бұрын

Check the Abus Airbreaker. My favourite. Only 200grams. Weight is an issue as well. A 300gram helmet doesnt feel good

@trike4 4 жыл бұрын

Are you going to make a video on the Sagan Fondo in San Marcos? I saw your canopy fly, I went looking for you but saw you running back with your kid........

@d3xtr0see 3 жыл бұрын

fantastic video

@andrewgordon6179 4 жыл бұрын

Poc helmets, I’ve been wearing the octal for 5 yrs best helmet I’ve worn comfort wise. Beat giro and las or laser any day

@IndianBeauty02 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I purchase

@watchmanonthewall14 Жыл бұрын

This guy is hilarious. Reminds me of one of my nephews. Good video.

@onewaray 4 жыл бұрын

My next helmet would be a MET rivale or manta. I can't afford POC, and they look big on my head 😁

@mariadigiovanni1168 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. Thank you.

@Richardsumilang 4 жыл бұрын

I'm generally a medium in Specialized Prevail and Giro. Medium didn't fit me with POC Ventral Spin, I have to size up. Anyone else have to do this?

@hugoyoung4890 4 жыл бұрын

10/10 thumbnail.

@mrexpatjohnny 4 жыл бұрын

VC: "Skate helmet... just want to look like a bro on a bike" Also VC: Wears aero $$$ sunglasses. Much love. Thanks for making these awesome comparison vidz!

@jgilruth369 4 жыл бұрын

yea but those mono lens glasses yell "Moto bro from 2006-2009".

@dh7314 4 жыл бұрын

My Kask Protone looks great and is comfy but man, it's too warm. I wish I'd bought something with better vents

@Roadbikerider79 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. Ordered the aro5. I think it looks the best out of all the helmets in the video. People who said it's hot, how many have actually used the helmet? People hear one guy say something and just repeat that. Again thanks for the great review!

@Roadbikerider79 4 жыл бұрын

Update: Have had a few rides with the aro5. I don't find it especially hot. Two rides in 28-30 degrees Celsius. There is a silicone band in the front of the helmet that prevents sweat from getting into the eyes. Works well but leaves a funny looking stripe on the forehead. Fit is not very good for me. I think the shape works best with round heads . Size large is a little to big for my 58 cm oval head. Overall a nice helmet with few shortcomings. Will be keeping the helmet for winter riding where I need a hat underneath.

@carterhanson5440 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video, Only comment would be to add the names of the helmets above the ranking. Can be a little hard to follow.

@cerrol85 4 жыл бұрын

Nah, I really love the look of Oakley Aro 3 and just got one :D

@cchanc3 4 жыл бұрын

Now that I know The Great Gazoo is a bike rider, it makes me feel better about the future.

@smoore5540 4 жыл бұрын

Vid made me laugh mate👍🏻 strikes me that the colour makes a big difference on the looks side of things( clearly not when sliding down the road on your arse) if the Oakley 3 was grey/black the the then it may not have looked so ..... shaped. Nice podium on the other post👍🏻🚴🏽🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@1sickolas 4 жыл бұрын

Wish the Giro Synth was in this video. None the less thank you for your reviews

@raulurquiza2211 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine !

@1sickolas 4 жыл бұрын

@@raulurquiza2211 You're going to love it. Super light, comfortable, and low profile on the head. One of the best non penis head looking helmets out. Enjoy!!!

@andyheilmann1656 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid, but you could have maybe included weight in this. I know it's not actually a big deal, but still

@MrSnoopydupy 4 жыл бұрын

let's be honest... All helmets looks like Glans on your head :D

@RunningThruLife 4 жыл бұрын

What's the difference between octal x and octal? Is the octal x more for mountain biking??

@sanjinoliveira4464 4 жыл бұрын

What's the difference between the Octal X and normal Octal actually? You like the X more because of the size right? But is there really a difference in the outer shape??I am looking for a new helmet tough.