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***Giro Shiv or Poc Receptor Bug?**** help

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_Kerrensy_
Posts: 203 - Karma: 2,102
Should i get the giro shiv or the pod receptor bug. I need to know what is an over all better helmet fit on the head> like stays on your head best and that stuff?? please help
Dec 4 2011 6:46PM
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CatDaddy
Posts: 591 - Karma: 18
poc for sure I have it and it fits great with a beanie and my crowbars. if youre the kid i think you are you have eg2s? I'm pretty sure they look sick with a receptor
Dec 4 2011 7:14PM
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factory81
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i have a shiv and i want a poc receptor.


poc receptors are glossy though if i recall and in a variety of colors

shiv is matte finish and in black.....and i think...black
Dec 4 2011 7:21PM
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idskithat
Posts: 1314 - Karma: 154
people are gunna have different head shapes, so what ever fits your head best. i have the shiv and love it, its super light
Dec 4 2011 7:24PM
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richard.
Posts: 873 - Karma: 55
this. but i have the receptor bug and I find it nice. But try and find a shop and try it on.
Dec 4 2011 7:26PM
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mattb912
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Like what was already mentioned, everyone's head is shaped a little different. You need to try a helmet on to see what fits better
Dec 4 2011 7:47PM
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_Kerrensy_
Posts: 203 - Karma: 2,102
do both helmets have that like bmx bike helmet feel and how much lighter is the shiv



Dec 4 2011 7:57PM
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WhoopedCream
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tried on both. have a shiv. shiv is probably 1/2 the weight
Dec 4 2011 10:30PM
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