Jettribe helmet. I found one!

Paulk1

Paulk1

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So, after a lot of searching I found a JT helmet being shipped from Outside the U.S. These things are like unicorns. Are they really worth all the hype? It's a big purchase especially for a helmet. But, I figure it's something not to cheap on. Thoughts or other suggestions ?
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Paulk1

Paulk1

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Candlewood Lake
Matt Jones said:
are you sure it's not the brand JT? All of my old BMX gear and helmets were JT.
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Positive JT here in US helped organized the purchase. It seems like Moscow and Thailand are the two places that still have them. They r in productin here, but could be a year before they are available again.
 
Paulk1

Paulk1

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Candlewood Lake
Pro-pulsion said:
If you wanted to shop around you can find the link to almost every helmet manufacturer available that is currently producing freeride (also known as downhill mountain bike) and full on motocross grade helmets here...

http://www.x-h2o.com/index.php?threads/2014-helmet-reviews-how-did-they-hold-up.159114/#post-1711799
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I haven't been skiing in years. So, I plan on being wet a lot. In your opinion what are top three free style/ride helmets. Weight and drainage being top on the list besides protection. I've reserched a ton. That's why I found a jettribe helmet without it ever being listed. Thanks for your help!
 
Pro-pulsion

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Ontario, Canada
Actually this year is the first year for me to be wearing a downhill helmet for freeride. In me personally comfort is about 60% of the sale. I have some jaw issues that when irritated leaves me with severe migraines so the padding must be spot on comfort otherwise the helmet is useless. But solid protection rating is the other 40%. I think if you just find what is comfortable first and foremost while looking for whatever the minimum safety standards are you will be at least starting off on the right foot. Keeping in mind that with higher safety certifications will come with a higher price tag but look for the best and most comfortable fit and go from there. I tried on what was available here in town to get an idea of what to expect being new to downhill lids. I found the basic Bell helmet recommended for me was comfy but too short meaning it sat too high on the jaw line exposing my chin. It was about 89 bucks. I later found that Specialized sells their own line too and that was the direction I went. It arrived at a bit of a price tag but is pretty comfy and has a full range of global safety certifications meaning that it is well beyond acceptable for all countries. So I really could not offer any input on any specific top three makes, due to lack of exposure to them, but I can say that I quite like my Specialized Dissident Comp from a comfort/safety perspective.
 
Paulk1

Paulk1

Location
Candlewood Lake
Pro-pulsion said:
Actually this year is the first year for me to be wearing a downhill helmet for freeride. In me personally comfort is about 60% of the sale. I have some jaw issues that when irritated leaves me with severe migraines so the padding must be spot on comfort otherwise the helmet is useless. But solid protection rating is the other 40%. I think if you just find what is comfortable first and foremost while looking for whatever the minimum safety standards are you will be at least starting off on the right foot. Keeping in mind that with higher safety certifications will come with a higher price tag but look for the best and most comfortable fit and go from there. I tried on what was available here in town to get an idea of what to expect being new to downhill lids. I found the basic Bell helmet recommended for me was comfy but too short meaning it sat too high on the jaw line exposing my chin. It was about 89 bucks. I later found that Specialized sells their own line too and that was the direction I went. It arrived at a bit of a price tag but is pretty comfy and has a full range of global safety certifications meaning that it is well beyond acceptable for all countries. So I really could not offer any input on any specific top three makes, due to lack of exposure to them, but I can say that I quite like my Specialized Dissident Comp from a comfort/safety perspective.
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Thank you. It's like I only get one shot buying from Moscow. I'll try a few more on around here. I just don't want 20lbs around my head when it's wet.
 
Pro-pulsion

Pro-pulsion

Location
Ontario, Canada
Agreed, I was using a nice HJC full on motocross helmet last year. I like it, it is quite comfy and very solid. It took a lot of hard hits but it easily weighs double that of my Specialized dry weight. When the padding soaked up the water, that was just another near 6 lbs (2.75 kgs) of extra weight to deal with. It only takes one dive to get the extra water weight which really takes its toll on your neck when you have to hold it upright for the next 2 hours or so.
 
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