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Helmet questions!!! MAZE, BAKER, HOLT

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funtimes
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Hey guys I have had too many blows to my head, and I definitely want to get a helmet now, but I am having a hard time deciding which to get...

I really like how light the smith maze is, but how much protection does it provide? and would it still work as well if you took out that inside liner? and how tight to your head should it fit? when i put it on with a beanie, it didnt quite touch the top of my head, but maybe that was becasue i was wearing a somewhat big beanie...im not sure though. i have had a smith helmet before, but hated wearing it because of how it felt. that's why i like how light the maze is...

i was also looking at the baker, and the holt, and didn't know if i should go with one of these instead. they both feel alright, but i wanted you guys' opinions on which is the best helmet, or would provide the best protection.

also, how should a helmet fit? if you grab it at the top should it slide at all? or what? + karma for answers! i appreciate the help
Dec 9 2011 8:55PM
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That_One_Dude
Posts: 1050 - Karma: 760
I have the smith holt and I love it. I had a poc receptor before that was great too but started to fit my head weird. Your helmet should stay pretty much in place if you shake your head so if your falling on snow it won't be falling off your head.
Dec 9 2011 9:38PM
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radish
Posts: 405 - Karma: 351
I had a smith holt and it sat really high on my head with a hat under it. I would go with the baker, it has a lower profile.
Dec 9 2011 11:55PM
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funtimes
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cool thanks guys, +k. bump for more opinions please...again, +k for answers
Dec 10 2011 8:01PM
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Mr_Hyde
Posts: 337 - Karma: 121
I'm not to up on helmets but I got the Giro G10 an it has a size adjuster in it. Kinda like the hardhats that you can adjust in the back, so you can rock a banie under the helmet if you want without it being a bad fit.
Dec 10 2011 8:08PM
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Mr_Hyde
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Its not a hardhat! The adjustment pice is kinda like some of the hardhats with the adjuster. LoL that be funny seein someone rockin a hardhat, Doin work!
Dec 12 2011 9:07PM
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BlakeG
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might look as syupid as sandbox helmets IMO
Dec 12 2011 9:10PM
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Mr_Hyde
Posts: 337 - Karma: 121
Haa! Or just a bucket, with the handle as a chin strap. I love my Giro G10 tho, I know some people like to rock the strap under the helmet or a beanie on cold days, it's perfect !
Dec 12 2011 9:24PM
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mscinto
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Shouldn't slide around a lot and i have a holt and it is great. I pulled out the pads and the ear covers and it fits great if you wear your goggles under
Dec 12 2011 10:59PM
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Boooshank
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I got a Skullcandy Maze. No complaints at all regarding durability.

Thinking of changing to the K2 rant, the headglove thing feels super comfy. The Maze is definitely one on helmets with minimal padding on the inside. Makes it easy to remove though.
Dec 13 2011 1:18AM
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Dmarc
Posts: 1035 - Karma: 83
I have a maze and a holt and i love them both i think smith and poc make the best helmets
Dec 13 2011 8:39AM
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funtimes
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any more suggestions? + karma for help...
Dec 17 2011 10:51PM
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funtimes
Posts: 263 - Karma: 93
i was also lookin at the POC recepter BUG...anyody suggest that one over the others? and is it low profile at all?
Dec 18 2011 1:02AM
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MothaHucker
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holt. fits me perfectly and has a good look. lucky for me i havnt had a chance to test its safety, but imsure it does its job.
Dec 18 2011 1:04AM
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970-Pow
Posts: 148 - Karma: 10
Ive had a holt for a few seasons now, no complaints whatsoever.

Ripped out the velcro padding on the inside and just wear a beanie under it, The only way I could get my massive head to fit haha
Dec 18 2011 1:55AM
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Casey
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Yeah my holt is badass I love it
Dec 18 2011 7:58PM
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skitheWest.
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black holt.
Dec 18 2011 8:04PM
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