Re: RC: Re: Helmet - Visors

[Teddy Lancaster <teddy@runningbear.com>]

The Dakota helmet visor is designed to collapse upon impact.  I would not
worry.  ASTM standards require a collapsible or break-off visor...

Teddy

shelton wrote:

> >[Karen Sullivan]  Michelle, the idea of the "brim" scares me.  I have
> always insisted on helmets that >have a velcro brim that will easily come
> off. I have read about people with broken necks from helmet >brims that dig
> into ground and stop them too suddenly.  What do you all think?
>
> I'd like to hear other's thoughts on this also. I just bought Troxel's new
> model "Dakota". With the longer visor and it's non-detachable. I'm thinking
> it was promoted as designed for distance riders. I haven't used it yet and
> am wondering if I should return it for another model. I'm still using my
> ancient Lexington. It's taken one good hit after I "tucked and rolled" and
> slammed into the arena railing. Wonderful horse, ridder error. I've also
> heard that a helmet should be sent in to be checked for damage if it's
> dropped. I'm sure my old helmet is ready to be retired!
>
> Cheryl, I never ride without one.
>
> ps I once saw a program where an 'old' rocker said, "you want to see
> panic.... it's when I'm on stage about to start a concert and realize I've
> forgotten my earplugs". Same thing if I've mounted and realize I've
> forgotten my helmet!
>
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