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Is the POC receptor worth buying?

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Hood
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I'm on the fence about buying the receptor bug helmet. Is it worth the money.? If not what are some alternatives?
Feb 24 2013 4:33PM
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SkiBum.
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bubble wrap your head.
Feb 24 2013 4:38PM
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SnowMiser
Posts: 801 - Karma: 3,150
The ones I saw were $100+. For $75 you could get a Shiv 2

http://www.evo.com/helmets/giro-shiv-2-helmet.aspx#image=56060/306364/giro-shiv-2-helmet-matte-black-side.jpg

kinda similar. I bought one at the beginning of this year and love it
Feb 24 2013 4:38PM
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Obi-Wan-Jenobi
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logged in to give plus k
Feb 24 2013 4:52PM
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Hood
Posts: 107 - Karma: 146
Kudos.
Feb 24 2013 4:57PM
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animeallstar
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hehe
Feb 24 2013 4:58PM
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Cotter
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If it fits your head comfortably then yes, if no then no
Feb 24 2013 8:09PM
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Stope.Neeze
Posts: 594 - Karma: 148
yes, a stylish and safe helmet
Feb 24 2013 8:19PM
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c4t_l0ver
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definitely, i had one last year and im pretty sure it saved me from a hardcore concussion, slammed my head against a box so hard my poc shattered. got a new one. and they look good also.
Feb 24 2013 8:21PM
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MACK.
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yo garretttttttt i like the bubble wrap idea
Feb 24 2013 8:46PM
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