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Giro Rift Bike Helmet
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Average Rating:  (58 Reviews)
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List Price: $54.95
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Our Price: $24.99 - $59.95
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- Affordable bike helmet designed to provide cool comfort and rugged good looks
- In-mold construction fuses outer shell with impact-absorbing EPS liner
- Patented Acu Dial fit system provides adjustable tension independent of straps
- 24 cooling vents to keep your head comfortable during short and long rides
- Available in such colors as black/titanium, red/black, white/titanium, blue/white, and more
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Product Description:
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You've just stumbled upon a well-made, extra versatile helmet. Congratulations! But be careful because the Giro Rift Helmet might just turn you into a value-minded rebel. Five dollars for a latte? Forget it! Eighty dollars for a parking ticket? Ha! But hey, you'll be glad you have this helmet when you find the boot on your car. And now you're suddenly motivated to make the 20-mile ride to work! The 24 vents move fresh air into the helmet and stale air out to keep you cool. The Acu Dial Fit System, which utilizes a dial for single-handed tension adjustment, will keep you comfortable. And the In-Mold Construction, which provides increased strength and breathability for the weight, will give you a second chance if despair overcomes you and you fling yourself off that overpass. When you finally do make it to work, lower your head and the Snap-Fit Visor will prevent any uncomfortable eye contact with your boss. In-Mold Construction Snap-fit 2 Visor Acu Dial Fit System 24 Cooling Vents
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The Giro Rift bike helmet is an ideal choice for riders who want cool comfort and rugged good looks without breaking the bank. The helmet is made using Giro's in-mold construction, which fuses the helmet's outer shell with an impact-absorbing EPS liner. Not only does this reinforce both layers, but the "exoskeleton" also allows Giro to engineer helmets that are lighter, more durable, and better ventilated. The helmet also employs Giro's patented Acu Dial fit system, which hugs the back of your head and reduces the tendency of your helmet to shift forwards or backwards. Unlike most system, the Acu Dial's design provides adjustable tension independent of the helmet straps. This means you don't have to overtighten the straps to enjoy a snug, comfortable fit. The bike's premium features conclude with a whopping 24 cooling events, keeping you well ventilated on both short and long rides. About Giro
Working late nights in his garage, designer/bike racer Jim Gentes created the first lightweight adult cycling helmet in 1985. Friends at NASA helped tune the final helmet shape and vent placement, and the result was the Giro Prolight, a helmet that was better looking than traditional designs while offering a superior fit and still met the industry's toughest safety standards. Plus, it was half the weight of traditional helmets. Since then, Giro has advanced its helmets, many of which have set the standards for styling, function, and innovation for progressive, performance-oriented riders on dirt, pavement, and snow. Giro helmets are worn by millions of riders, cyclists, skiers, and snowboarders around the world. Young-bloods and old-timers; hard-cores, heshers, and hipsters; rookies, experts, and a few regular Joes too--in fact, pretty much anyone that appreciates superior fit and function, cutting edge styling, and the very best ideas you get in a helmet.
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Black/Titanium
Universal Fit
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$24.99
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Matte White/Pink Flames
Universal Fit
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$32.18
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White/Titanium
Universal Fit
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$41.25
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Blue/Black Flames
Universal Fit
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$41.01
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Matte Black/Red Flames
Universal Fit
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$39.84
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Matte Black/Yellow Livestrong
Universal Fit
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$40.45
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Customers' Reviews:
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 Will not fit Extra Large Heads - WARNING!!, April 30, 2010
By Mr. Ed (NJ, USA)
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Figure I'd give this helmet a try due to the light weight and very adequate venting. The design and dial in fit for the back is standard design for bicycle helmets in this price range.
HOWEVER for anyone with large heads (>60cm) be warned that this helmet will not fit you!! I have a large head which is 60.5cm, and the helmet even with the loosest dial setting in the back barely fit my head and it looked like a mushroom on top of that. The description says "universal fit", which is incorrect. Had to return it. And went with another VERY POPULAR 4 letter brand (brand sold here on Amazon and has an even bigger name in the Bike accessory industry since the invention of the telephone by the inventor Alexander Graham....) which I know has a "universal fit" that truly does have settings for even the largest heads.
BTW - I normally take a size XL with motorcycle helmets
35 of 38 people found this review helpful
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 Light and comfortable; awesome upgrade helmet!, July 20, 2009
By Robert Larson (New York, NY United States)
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Just starting biking instead of driving about 2 months ago, and needed a helmet that was comfortable, looked good, and was still affordable. After a bit of research, I learned that the better helmets were lighter, while still giving the same amount of protection. More openings in the helmet meant better air flow (so your head stays cool), lighter weight, but also a bit higher price tag.
After comparing a few helmets on Amazon in the $50 range, I decided on this one based on the look and what I perceived to be a good air flow. I've put over 300 miles on my bike so far, and I can honestly say it's easy to forget the helmet is even on. Having only worn toy-store quality hemets before, this was an incredible upgrade.
It's feather-light, and it rests on my head comfortably with an easy-to-use dial at the back for making it fit snugly. The straps looked a bit uncomfortable at first sight, but as soon as you snap the buckle together you forget they are there.
AND THE AIRFLOW! WOW!! I don't even know if that's the right word for it... but this helmet keeps my head very cool. I live in SoCal with 75-90 degree weather lately, but even with commutes as long as 20 miles, the wind rushes right through the helmet, across my head as I ride, and my head does not get hot and sweaty.
I don't know how they did it, but thank you Giro for this gift to bikers!
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
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1st time Giro user - Great helmet!, March 4, 2009
By Landon Heeres (WV - USA)
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This helmet has great a great fit (even for my odd shaped head). I love the quick adjuster. The vents provide great air-flow to keep you cool while riding. I am a mountain biker. I'm preparing for my first triathlon. Luckily I have no idea how well this helmet performs in an impact situation because I haven't wrecked yet. Hopefully I will never have to write a review about how well this helmet performed when I wrecked (knock on wood).
Comfortable
Sleek
Keeps you cool
Inexpensive
I highly recommend this helmet (and brand)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
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Hard to ask for more, August 24, 2008
By Bruce Gregory (Deep River, Connecticut)
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This is my third Giro helmet. Like the others, the Rift is light-weight, comfortable, and easy to adjust. The biggest challenge I faced was mounting my Third-eye mirror. Attached to the side of the visor the mirror works like a charm. I can't think of any way to improve the combination. Oh yes, the price is reasonable as well.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
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Good, secure, inexpensive helmet, July 14, 2009
By Alexander Timofeyev
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I liked the ventilation design of the Rift better than the cheaper Indicator, and I liked the Accu-Dial system on Rift better than on the more expensive Phase (the Rift felt more secure). If the Rift had 3 different sizes like the Phase does, it would be perfect.
Pros: Inexpensive; very secure fit; front band is very good at catching sweat and keeping it out of your eyes; looks good; comfortable enough.
Cons: Straps seem to lie oddly, and took a while to get adjusted initially so they felt right; one-size-fits-all design can make you feel like you're wearing a helmet that's too big.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
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 One gets for what one pays..., May 9, 2010
By Holden Caulfield (Dana Point)
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I received this item--quickly, as always, and was hoping for the best...after all, all these helmets have the same safety rating. Alas, I was underwhelmed, to say the least. The "padding" on the inside was peeling off and it was downright uncomfortable. The super-expensive helmets are only esoterically better (slightly lighter and that's about it) than moderately priced ones but I think one must spend around $60 or so to get one of good quality that's comfortable, as well. Actually, Costco has a Bell helmet that is more well-made and more adjustable that's around $45-50, I think.
I really hate sending things back but this baby made a quick u-turn back to Amazon. It's the epitome of Chinese crap, IMO. One more note...having tried on several different helmets, I'm convinced it's wise to pick one that's your size, as opposed to a universal fit. The sized ones have adjustments but they're subtle, and much more comfortable. Happy riding....
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
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 Well made product, just not the right shape for my head., April 6, 2011
By Kekailoa (Honolulu, HI United States)
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For a number of years in college, I used a cheap Bell helmet which never really fit that well, but since I didn't have money to buy a better one, I just decided to deal with it. Everyone always talked about how Giro was one of the best brands, and now years later I decided to get this Giro as I'm getting back into cycling.
The colors and materials are great. One must remember that if you overly simplify the product, it is merely fancy styrofoam with smooth plastic cosmetics and a chin strap. The straps needed a bit of playing around before it fit properly over my chin, and it seemed great. The straps stayed tight throughout my ride and was didn't bind or restrict my jaw. However, on rides more than an hour, I noticed that there was a small pain developing on the sides of my head... I call it the top "corner" of my head. Now, my head probably has a funny shape, so this is not the fault of the helmet. I was sad.
I checked out some of the helmets at my local bike shop and ended up buying a Lazer helmet because the forehead padding was better and it had enough room for my "corners" on the top of my head. The helmet is noticeably larger than the Giro, which probably has a more streamlined design, while the Lazer was large and just was made with more tolerance space for different shaped heads. I ended up returning the Giro to Amazon because I can ride for hours with the Lazer and I don't even need to take it off to fluff my hair. I don't even notice it being there. However, in terms of build and design, I believe the Giro was a better product. The Lazer was a similar $40 price tag, so it's not like I'm comparing a $40 helmet to a $100 helmet.
I would suggest checking out your local bike shop for fit before buying, and if there isn't much of a price difference, just support your local store so they don't go out of business. Helmets are like shoes and jeans, fit is more important than price and brand. Saving $5 isn't worth the pains of something that doesn't fit well if you are actually going to use the product, so place go test it before settling on something. Even within Giro's product line, depending on the "technology" they use to strap the helmet on your head, the fit changes completely. I still like the brand, and if I ever need to replace my Lazer, I'll see what Giro has to offer at that time. The expensive Giros did fit better, but I could not bring myself to spend $140 for Giro when the $40 Lazer fit just as well.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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little spendy looking back, March 18, 2011
By Jimmy Joe
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I purchased this helmet the same time as the "Bell Adrenaline Matte Adult Helmet in Black". I paid $39.99 for the livestrong version, and $23 for the Bell. The Bell was for my girlfriend who didn't care what helmet I got her, so I went cheap. My issue is not that this helmet is bad in any way, I just don't see it being better than the Bell helmet. Side by side they looked almost identical, but the Bell's fit system was soo much nicer. The sizing, shape, vent placement, matte finish, weight, are all nearly identical, but when you put them on , I'd be surprised to hear anyone say they think the Giro feels better...cause it doesn't. So thats my issue, this helmet is great, it looks great, is adjustable, comfortable, and fits my head (23")., its everything you would want out of a modern Giro helmet, but costs $16.99 more than a helmet I believe is better.
I'm not going to return the helmet, it gets the job done, and is comfortable, there is nothing wrong with it in any way. I'm just surprised a $23 helmet was better, and I honestly don't think its just my opinion, there is nothing other than the Livestrong brand that makes this helmet worth more. The even more amazing thing is that some of the other colors cost $54. So maybe the extra cost is going into the paint job, which on most helmets are ugly anyway. A clean simple helmet leaves no regrets.
4 stars, based on comparative value only. Otherwise a 5 star product.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Not to bad, June 30, 2008
By firedawg225
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THe helmets not that bad. looks a little small to me but it fits like a glove. the only problem i have is with the inside padding. there needs to be more. the hard foam sits on my head and gets annoying after a bit. i can deal though. pretty good helmet for the price.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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New to the helmet thing, August 10, 2011
By Mike
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Better than expected. I ride a hundred miles a week, for the exercise, and have just got my first helmet. Tried on a few at stores. The lower priced ones felt heavy and cheaply made. The higher priced ones, well, I couldn't justify the cost. I think I made a good pick here. The price was right (under $40), looks good, vents good, and my Wife feels better when my head is protected.
Read about size problems in other reviews, I'm 6'3" 240 lbs, and the fit was good.
For a guy who did not want a helmet, this one made the transition no problem. About 4oo miles of use with no issues. Very happy with my purchase.
Thank You,
Mike
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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This Helmet Saved My Life!, July 22, 2011
By Geektronic (Irvine,ca)
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On the trails going downhill at about 30 mph front wheel fell into a very deep rut. I flew over my handle bars and landed on my head. Helmet is done but I'm not. Just a tiny scratch on my forehead and a mouth full of dirt. Will definitely buy another one. It's a pretty good looking helmet too for the price. Very light and good ventilation. No complaints here.
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Giro Rift Helmet, September 17, 2008
By J. Carlson (Illinois)
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The helmet really is a "one size fits all". The holes channel the air and keep you cool. Light and comfortable.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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Light, comfortable, adjustable fit!, July 2, 2011
By mel
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I got the helmet in black. I usually wear a large in Giro bike helmets (when they are sized as such), and the adjustable fit was great! The helmet also came with extra (thicker) pads, so the helmet should fit well on a smaller head, too.
I was a little worried that the black would be too hot, but the ventilation is great, and heat wasn't a problem (even in 80-90+ degrees).
The only complaint I have is that Amazon might have shipped me a previously worn helmet (a return item, perhaps?).
PROS:
- adjustable fit
- comfortable
- good ventilation
- lightweight
- looks good!
CONS:
- Either Amazon shipped me a previously used/worn helmet (a return item?), or Giro ships their helmets with pre-attached and slightly worn pads.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Very good product, June 20, 2010
By Brian (New York)
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Over all I like this product and never ride my bike without it. Two thumbs up for this one.
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Solid Helmet, August 5, 2009
By J.J. Ekeler (Western Springs, IL)
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Probably aren't going to find a better helmet for the price. I bought it because my old one was so clunky and loose-fitting. This one fits really well and is much lighter. It's not exactly streamline from front to back but carries more helmet up front and ends bluntly in the back. For the type of riding I do (around town and throgh trails on a mountain bike) this is perfect. The visor is nice and I fit sunglasses under the straps with ease.
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Light and lots of airflow but straps aren't flush with face, June 3, 2009
By Gumby (Claremont, ca United States)
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I am a hockey player but rollerblade in spare time to keep my legs in shape if I am away from the ice. My 2 hockey helmets weren't made for skating around town (NBH5500 and Easton S9) as they had very little airflow
The rift fits great, the dial is a great way to ensure fitment. There is a lot of airflow when I am skating and it keeps my head cool for the most part. I also got the livestrong version to show my support for this foundation, great colors!
Straps dont lie flush to the face though, wish they designed this better
My oakley's fit over the straps well.
I will start mountain biking soon and it seems like it would be great for this as well.
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Problem with adjuster poking the back of the head solved:, November 3, 2010
By LouBoom
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Please refer to my two customer images with notes and descriptions for full details.
I read that a few people complained about a piece in the back of the helmet that poked
their heads. I placed the extra pads that came with the helmet over the plastic adjuster
in the back of the helmet. I needed a smaller size anyway, and now it's perfectly
comfortable! If you need a larger size helmet like the size it comes without the
extra pads, you can probably make your own remedy :]
Other notes:
1. This helmet is at least 80% cooler looking than the dorky one I had before.
2. If you want a Giro helmet that looks even better than this one, plan on spending a
LOT of $.
3. The price of this one is great, so it's cool enough for me!
4. I LOVE the adjuster that you turn with your fingers in the back of the
helmet. It makes the helmet nice and snug without having to mess with the
chin strap after you get it where you want it. Just undo the chin strap and
twist the adjuster and BLAM, it's off.
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It's "one size fits all", so it might look big on smaller heads, October 1, 2010
By tm
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The quality is very good, so is the design. It's "one size fits all", which is true. I could probably be categorized as having smaller head than most adults of my height/size (e.g., I always have problems finding sunglasses that don't make me look funny, e.g., like a "fly"). And the helmet fits my head despite of this, since it has an inside-helmet mechanism to adjust the size. However, the outside of the helmet remains the same, so the actual helmet looks very big on my head.
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Good product at a great price, April 11, 2010
By JC (Miami, FL)
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This is a very good helmet, it has an universal fit and is very comfortable. Excellent for MTB
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Great helmet for the price., November 15, 2009
By Martinarcher64
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This is a great helmet for the price. It looks great, fits my head perfect, and is made by Giro. It is nice to have a quality helmet that is adjustable so you do not need to worry about ordering the incorrect size. I would recommend this helmet.
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Nice looking design / a little snug for my giant head, June 11, 2009
By Timothy Mcdonald (Marysville, WA)
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A large head doesn't necessarily result in larger brain capacity, but anyway. I ordered this helmet using leftover credit card points so the price was right. I'd been using my Specialized helmet since the late 80's so I figured I'd better replace it. I was looking rather dated wearing it and if I did fall and hit my head I wondered if 20+ years of use would protect my head. I tried a cheapo Schwinn helmet from Target about a year ago and went back to the Specialized after about a week. The Giro Rift is a very nice looking helmet and modern looking compared to my current helmet. It fits my head too snug though, and that's with the universal adjuster all the way to the max size. I didn't really want to but I cut the adjuster out completely and the helmet fits really nice now. I'm in the process of losing weight so the chin strap is bugging me a touch but hopefully in the next couple months I won't notice it. If I notice the helmet when I ride then it's not usually a good thing. The Rift is lightweight and I didn't really notice it was up there. All in all a good buy I'd say, even if it was with points.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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noce transaction, August 16, 2009
By S. Shaw (colorad usa)
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The helmet is a food fit and came with extra padding to use if needed. It fit comfortably.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
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 NICE, April 2, 2012
By cheno (Nor-Cal)
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Purchased this Bike Helmet because it's the closest color design to my fixie.
Fits almost to perfect if it wasn't for my small head. Makes my head look smaller, but doesn't matter when its all about safety
My head circumference is about 52cm./21in. So it barely made the adjustable strap limit.
It has a lot of air ventilation.
Would recommend for all beginners or intermediate bicyclist.
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Great Style/Fit for a Great Price, June 25, 2011
By hicksasu (Knoxville, TN)
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Overnighted for a trip to Spain where I plan on getting the bike out for the first time in years. Don't know what happened to my old helmet so I picked this guy up with a little apprehension due to not having tried one on. Pulled it out of the box and BAM, fits like a glove. Very comfortable and will do the trick without breaking the $$$. I'll follow up after the trip if there are any other things to share!
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Very nice, not as much airflow as expected, March 19, 2011
By I can read! (Raleigh, NC)
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I bought this helmet to replace a Wal-Mart Bell brand cheapie for mainly two reasons. 1) To get rid of the mushroom head look and 2) to increase airflow. To be honest, it doesn't really do either. It still has the mushroom head look. I think this is because this is still the "cheaper" end of helmets. It has pretty thick foam, which contributes to the mushroom head. As far as airflow, it is improved over the other one I had, but really only when there is a breeze or I'm going quite fast. I'm a mountain biker, so I don't often get going fast enough for air to flow in. It does seem to let the heat escape a little more than the other, helping to prevent it from feeling like I'm wearing a beanie hat (winter hat). I did notice if I tilt it down more, I get more flow but then the visor impedes my vision a bit. I'm going to try again without the visor and it tilted down. I'll report back if there's much improvement.
Other than those things (which aren't helmet faults), its great. It's light, cool looking, and comfortable.
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Nice, stylish helmet for a great price., March 10, 2011
By Jim B. (SouthCarolina)
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I picked up this helmet up because it looks good and lightweight. There is a little thing that pokes my head but I'll put the extra foam on it. It's easy to adjust the size and straps.
The only bad thing is that I picked this up at my local bike shop for more than the Amazon price (even more than "list price" on Amazon). I could return it but there's so many local small businesses failing nowadays that I'll keep it and feel good about helping a local business this time.
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Lightweight for road biking, October 22, 2010
By A. Lasu
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My first helmet when I started serious road cycling. The numerous vents kept my head cool throughout the hot summers. It fits comfortably despite my shaved head because it has cushions strategically placed on the inside to soften the already-light weight helmet. Will it perform in a crash? I don't know. But Giro is a well-known company, I'm sure they'd make sure this helmet can do the job.
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Good helmet, October 18, 2010
By G. Lee (West Covina, CA United States)
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A very nice helmet. I already tested it out when I fell off my mountain bike. I bumped my head pretty hard and I suffered no ill effect from flipping over my handle bars except for my friends laughing at me.
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Good value, November 23, 2011
By TJustice
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This what my wifes first bicycle helmet and while it took a little more time to adjust once setup it fits great. My wife has long hair and there is a large hole in the back of the helmet she can pull her hair through. The style looks good not over the top just right. Ventilation is very good and the dial for head diameter adjust is comfortable.
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Good fit., January 25, 2012
By David
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This is my first bike helmet and so far so good. Very lite and a good fit. i like the holes through out the helmet too so my head isnt soo hot while riding.
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Satisfied, January 24, 2012
By Walo Vergara
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I have gotten this product completed, in the deliver date the provider told me and according to the specifications established and shown in the amazon site.
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decent helmet; not necessarily worth the price, January 5, 2012
By D. Ziegler (San Francisco, CA)
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I bought this helmet to replace my Giro Indicator that I had used for 2 years (up until it saved me from head trauma during a nasty crash). I like this helmet, but it just isn't as comfortable and doesn't feel as light as the Indicator. Depending on the list price, if there is a big difference between the two, I would recommend going with the less expensive model.
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Great mountain bike helmet, December 30, 2011
By Kenzo0345
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Great mountain bike helmet that provides plenty of ventilation in the hot summer while protecting my head. I really like the visor while mountain biking. For road bikes, it can be removed easily.
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Great Helmet, December 27, 2011
By Salazar
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This helmet is great for the low cost. Very comfortable and adjustable, once it is on I barly notice it. The accu-dial strap in the back secures it very well to my head, so there is no moving or wiggling around and that makes it very nice for rides were I have to stand up to power up hills or such. There is a good bit of mushroom head, but lets face it there is no way to look good in a helmet, but you will not look cool in a coma either. the visor is removable, which is why I chose this helmet over the Giro Transfer. I think this is a great, low cost helmet for causual users
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Comfortable, lightweight, cheap, October 7, 2011
By Gandhi Yetish
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It's reasonably priced and pretty comfortable. Lightweight and not terribly ugly, it's pretty satisfactory. I have luckily not been in any accidents where I needed the protection, so I can't speak for its performance, but it's overall quite satisfying nonetheless.
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Great helmet for a great price., October 2, 2011
By N8R (Corunna, MI)
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I got the helmet in white which made me.easier to be seen on trails. It's very sturdy and lightweight. It's as stylish as a helmet can be. Solid price.
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Fits good looked like a kids helmet at 1st, August 24, 2011
By Tom
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Fits good on my head even thought it looks a bit large i like how it feels , even with all the adjustments it barely fits my head so buy with caution if you have a large head
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nice helmet, August 1, 2011
By christopher
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I'm not a helmet expert, but this helmet does the trick for me. Fair price, good looking, comfortable, protects the ole cranium. Good stuff in my book
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Great value-, June 29, 2011
By Joebee
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I wear a lot of helmets but this one actually looks good AND is much cooler than my others. Giro is known for its' quality and this one does not disappoint. It's not the top of the line but it is excellent for the money- Good fit and plenty of ventilation. Easy to adjust. Buy two and save one for later.
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Good all around helmet ( 1st helmet purchased ), June 17, 2011
By sm (los angeles, ca)
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I never wore a helmet before, but being in a bigger city, I know two people who have been hit in an accident.
So I wanted to get one to protect myself and my fiance. We both got this style helmet ( I got the Titanium/Carbon
and she got the Titanium/Carbon ). These are really nice looking helmets and are pretty comfortable.
Adjusting the helmet was easy enough although, the reason I'm giving it a 4 star is that the part of the chin strap
that comes from the helmet and comes together is a little uncomfortable. Seems like the strap should be a little more
flush with your face, but gets a little twist in it and is bothersome for a while...then you get used to it and
it's not an issue.
I can't see spending a lot of money for a product that is only usable after 5 or so years anyways. All helmets like this
tells you that the Styrofoam begins to break down/get brittle after that time and the act of protecting is decreased.
All and all, we're happy with the purchase!
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Comfortable Helmet, April 9, 2011
By fleisc66
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This is my first Giro helmet. So far, I am very happy with the quality and the comfort. I really like the Acu Dial system, which is a big step up from fooling around with pieces of padding to try and get a helmet to fit right. The amount of airflow is amazing! I can literally feel my hair blowing underneath this helmet. Hopefully I will never get in an accident, but I feel safer and more confident riding with this helmet.
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nice helmet but shades/earphones don't fit, March 28, 2011
By D. A. Walker (Trinidad)
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When the helmet arrived I was impressed with the look and design. Although the straps are a bit more complicated than my original Fuji helmet, it seemed like a much more comfortable and secure fit.
My first ride though presented me with several problems. Since the straps drop either side of each ear, my shades no longer sit properly and were quite loose, which meant that I was constantly haveing to ush them back up my nose. This is especially troublesome when you are wearing expensive Oakley sport shades.
Also my iLove earphones no longer fit and they dropped off my ears whilst riding, again causing problems as I now had two swinging earphones to battle with as well as sliding shades all on a busy road!!! Ok so these are teething problems and I guess I will have to make adjustments so that everything fits together. But for something which should be straight froward I'm a bit miffed that I now have to figure out how to put everything together.
Once I get the hang of it I'll post an update to give a more fair opinion on the helmet itself.
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Great Helmet for the wife & kids, January 2, 2011
By Y. Golan (Israel)
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My wife loves the Helmet, Its comfortable, it's protecting her Head well and it looks great. What else do you need...?
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Great helmet, very secure, November 23, 2010
By badzil
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I chose this helmet based on a comparison made by the German ADAC (equivalent of the AAA) where it came out first.
Advantages:
+ Very light
+ Great feel (on my head at least)
+ Nice color scheme if you like yellow
Disadvantages:
- Overall look is not that great as the helmet is quite wide near the temples. But that's what makes it secure.
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Sand2chi, November 2, 2010
By Stacey L. Lapham
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This Giro helmet is the perfect compact commuter helmet. I've always used Giro helmets, and, once again, I am very impressed with the design and structure. It is lightweight and fits very easily into my grocery bag panniers so I can carry it around the stores with me while I do my errands. The cost on Amazon was phenominal too. I'm a serious super-shopper and you cannot beat the price that I found on Amazon!! Highly recommend this helmet!! Ride On!!
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Giro Helmet, October 22, 2010
By Stefano (Port Washington, NY)
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I chose this Giro helmet because:
1. It's from established manufacturer
2. After doing some on-line research and getting positive feedback
3. After reading the positive Amazon reviews
I have a smaller adult head, and this helmet fits me comfortably, and is easily adjusted. From what I understand, there is little difference in terms of protection between the lower priced helmets, and the more expensive helmets, so I feel that this helmet offers me a great value.
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awesome price, October 15, 2010
By Too Many Hobbies (West Texas)
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This helmet has been awesome. It has 10 times the breathe-ability of a $[...] wal-mart helmet and it is super light. I went from having to wring my dew rag out every 20 minutes to not even having to wear one when I switched to this helmet. I would definitely recommend spending the extra $[...] bucks for this well made helmet (when comparing wal-mart/academy helmets) if you are working on a small budget
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great helemt for the price, September 7, 2010
By john
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this was great buy. fits very nice. the color is awesome. Its a helmet and it works well. easy to fit to head.
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leaves a long lasting mark on your forehead, July 18, 2011
By parisa's books (NY, USA)
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I liked how light this helmet feels in your hand, but not much when you put it on your head! I never used a helmet before so I cannot really compare this, but my biggest issue is that this helmet leaves pretty deep mark on my forehead even after I take it off in half an hour that lasts for a few hours!
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Good Product, March 20, 2012
By Brewboy
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I purchased this helmet for a 475 mile ride I'm doing this spring. After wearing it every day I found it is very light weight, durable and breaths well. The only fall back is the straps make for a twist at the jaw level. For me it is fine since I have a slim jaw line but for some one with a rounder face I could see it maybe getting a bit uncomfortable. Other then that it is a well built product I strongly recommend.
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Awesome Helmet, March 4, 2012
By Rik Cruz
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The Helmet fits perfectly, it is a bit thicker than the older helmet that it is replacing. The Acu Dial fit system works perfectly, and it helps secure the helmet better while on rougher trails. The only downside is the inside part of the back of the helmet where the Acu Dial is, it was poking the back of my head. Luckily, the helmet came with 4 additional pads, which I used to pad the offending areas.
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Secure and Comfortable Protection, February 28, 2012
By rhw199
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This Giro Rift was a significant upgrade from a base model Specialized lid I'd worn for nearly 10 years. It's airy and feather light, fits my head very comfortably, and looks nice with my bike. The rear fit adjustment is ideal - easy to adjust on the fly and allows the helmet to fit securely unobtrusively. My only wish would be for the side straps to lay flatter against my cheeks instead of puckering out at the adjustable clasps.
The Rift is not a small helmet and I haven't had it long enough to test its protective qualities (I hope I never do) but I'm confident it'll do the job.
Overall - very satisfied.
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Great Style/Fit for a Great Price, June 25, 2011
By Dash80Dude (Knoxville, TN)
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Overnighted for a trip to Spain where I plan on getting the bike out for the first time in years. Don't know what happened to my old helmet so I picked this guy up with a little apprehension due to not having tried one on. Pulled it out of the box and BAM, fits like a glove. Very comfortable and will do the trick without breaking the $$$. I'll follow up after the trip if there are any other things to share!
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Amazing!!!!, May 5, 2012
By G. H. Brasil
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This is a very good product. Good price, design and material technology. I recommended. I have no problem with the purchase and i received it very fast!
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Great helmet, great price, May 3, 2012
By BSInvesting
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Does exactly what I wanted! I love the simple head size adjusting system. It works great, fits snugly and I can adjust so my girlfriend can wear.
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Good helmet, April 22, 2012
By TC
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Awesome helmet. Has a great fit and is very light weight. I take it out and use it each and every time that I ride my bike.
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Great Helmet!, April 20, 2012
By Mike Joe
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This thing looks as good as it does in the picture, if not better! I got the LiveStrong helmet and I love it! It's light weight, fits snug and has several vent holes so you don't get a head of hair full of sweat. It looks sharp and supports a good cause too. I highly recommend it!
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Awesome!, April 13, 2012
By Kelvin Marte (New York, USA)
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This bike helmet is awesome. Love the style, really comfortable, overall great buy. Colors are really nice too, I think it'll last a while. Looking forward on going on the road with this helmet.
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