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White Helmet
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 1:18 pm
by Mag7C
Ok I found a helmet that feels good. It's a nolan flip up. Expensive but comfy. I decided to go with it instead of the HJC 3/4 helmet so I have the option of the extra face protection.
Anyway, I like the white color but have a (probably unfounded) fear that if I wear a helmet that looks like the kind cops wear, people will drive even more stupidly around me. Like going way too slow and whatnot. Just wondering if anyone has thoughts on this.
I haven't bought it yet though, so I can always go with black. But white would be nice for customizing with bumper stickers.
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 1:21 pm
by Itzamna
I had a chrome helmet that looked a lot like old police helmets and never had a problem. If I saw a white helmet I wouldn't think twice about it honestly. Only problem I would see with a white helmet is bugs and dirt. You'll have to clean that thing all the time for it to stay looking clean.
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 1:31 pm
by ront
I think that white is one of the colors more easily seen. I see that as a good thing!!
Ron
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 1:57 pm
by Aggroton
ront wrote:I think that white is one of the colors more easily seen. I see that as a good thing!!
Ron
definatly more visable...and much cooler tempature wise than black...i wish i had bought a white helmet.
Stickers
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 3:52 pm
by Scoutmedic
Add some retroreflective stickers to it or, get a "helmet skinz" for it. You can find them in lots of catalogues, ebay, etc.
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 3:58 pm
by Mintbread
I haven't heard good things about putting stickers on helmets. The outer coating of the helmet is designed to slide nicely down the road, but stickers can cause friction with the road surface and can contribute to possible neck injury.
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2005 1:33 am
by Meanie
There are stupid drivers no matter what you wear. Bikers/riders have to be on the defensive at all cost. Buy the helmet and don't worry about what anyone thinks. If you like it, then that is all which should matter.
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2005 3:44 am
by bennettoid
Mine is white. I read somewhere that white helmets are easier to see.
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2005 3:49 am
by DustyJacket
My next helmet will be white, for visibility and the heat.
And I'll add streetglo reflective markings.
or in the daylight:
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2005 3:51 am
by mysta2
I agree with you, it's unfounded, unless you're getting it in white to compliment your' big white BMW with blue and red lights all over it.