-A deeper rear profile EPS shell offers more comprehensive coverage than a traditional XC helmet.
-In-molding technology molds the outer shell onto the EPS foam. The outer shell covers and protects the EPS from dings and dents, and adds structural integrity with a molded wrap fit.
-Detox retention system.
-Visor and Spoiler.
-20 strategically placed vents.
-Inset Chin Straps.
-Testing Standards: CPSC, CE: EN 1078, AS/NZS 2063
Submitted by
ozzybmx
a Cross Country Rider
from Adelaide Date Reviewed: July 17, 2010
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
online
Strengths:
Awesome helmets , come in many colours to suit any tastes ..... im just waiting on my 3rd one arriving . Comfortable , look good , easy adjusted, very well ventilated and good rear protection with the dropped back.
Weaknesses:
none.
Bike Setup:
XC & AM with a few jumps and drops.
Bottom Line:
IMO its the best looking helmet around , there it a big market for more trail orientated helmets but very few offerings . I am now waiting on my 3rd one , nothing happened the others ..just a different colour .
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Submitted by
SoIL57
a Cross Country Rider
from Fountain, CO, USA Date Reviewed: May 18, 2010
Favorite Trail:
Palmer Park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Villiage
Strengths:
Very comfortable, lightweight, excellent ports for airflow.
Weaknesses:
none.
Similar Products Used:
Giro
Bike Setup:
XC and all mountain
Bottom Line:
This is a great helmet if you can pick one up at a sale it's even better. I don't get strap marks pressed into my forehead like my old helmet. Less helmet head too!
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Submitted by
Aleek
a Cross Country Rider
from roads to hills to mountains Date Reviewed: February 15, 2010
Favorite Trail:
Covered in mud and snow
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$110.00
Strengths:
Now that´s a beautiful helmet! That rear wing is useless, but looks soooooo cool!! Fits fine. Very comfortable. Does not pull your hair of the skull. Air ventilation is perfect.
Weaknesses:
Could be a net in the air ventilation holes - some bee bothered me, and it ended with a sting in my head.
Bottom Line:
I don´t need to make adjustments with only one hand, so I dont take it as a disadvantage. Can´t tell about the main thing - safeness - it didn´t saved my life yet.. But it looks solidly built.
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Submitted by
Dial Tone
a Weekend Warrior
from Duarte, CA USA Date Reviewed: December 23, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Dirt or paved, doesnt matter. One world, two wheels!
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$75.00
Purchased At:
Incycle
Strengths:
Light weight, good air circulation, looks, straps dont get in the way, better back of the head coverage
Weaknesses:
Visor comes off too easy, no dial adjustment for head for one handed operation, PRICE
Similar Products Used:
Trek Vapor, Specialized Tactic, Giro Hex and other BMX type lids
Bike Setup:
Redline Monocog 29er, rigid and singlespeed. WTB Exiwolfs, Slime tubes, Azonic pedals, Easton stem, Forte seatpost, Ergon grips with barends
Bottom Line:
Always loved the look of the Fox Flux helmet except the price held me back. Had the opportunity to buy at 25% off at a LBS sale so I got it. The Fox Flux is far more comfortable to wear than the Specialized Tactic.
Visor does come off easily especially when being fiddled with contantly. I try not to mess around it so for now its firmly attached. Once it does get loose, I'll glue it.
The Flux has a lot of vents much like the Specialized Tactic and the Giro Hex without that mushroom head look and does work in keeping the head cool.
Back of the head protection is also better than most XC type helmets that IMO sacrifices coverage for less weight.
This Flux helmet does not come with a one-hand adjustment for better fit around the head. This however is really a minor grip as once the right fit is made, there is no need to re-adjust it.
One of the best features of the Flux that most helmets dont have is the strap. The mounting point for the front strap is on the outer part of the helmet rather than the traditional inside the helmet mount. This allows the strap to be farther from the riders face allowing easier wearing of sunglasses/eye protection. No longer wiil the front strap be pinned to the side of the face or press against the sides of the riding glasses. Because the strap is away from the face, sweat doesnt build up and make it sticky and makes for a better fit behind and below the ear.
The only drawback I can think of is the price. The Flux is kinda expensive and overpriced. Paying full price (plus tax) will be over $100; I'd like to see Fox lower the the price of the Fox to around $65-$80 as a helmet of this quality isnt unreasonable.
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Submitted by
Colddiver98
a Weekend Warrior
from PNW, Oregon Date Reviewed: October 11, 2009
Favorite Trail:
MRT
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Wheel World
Strengths:
Fit and finish are good. Straps fit comfortable and secure. Helmet offers good protection and yet allows good airflow. Nice selection of colors and patterns. Easy retention adjustment that stays set when adjustment is complete.
Weaknesses:
No adjustment for the visor which can be a pain in the evening or morning sun. Limited number of shell sizes. What the heck is that rear wing for?
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen
Bike Setup:
Jamis XAM 2.0 AM setup
Bottom Line:
Good helmet and seems to hold up well under heavy use. Cleans easily and wears well. Definitely a good way to go if the shell sizes offered will actually fit your melon.
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Submitted by
Piledriver
a Weekend Warrior
from Sacramento,CA Date Reviewed: September 17, 2009
Favorite Trail:
The ones w.o. pavement
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$95.00
Purchased At:
REI
Strengths:
Superb fit.
Well ventilated and light weight.
Adjusters work well with out any hang ups.
Good protection around the back,where others are simply non-existent.
Weaknesses:
Price is a bit steep,but far cheaper than a lobotomy.
Front visor is not long for this world,unless you use a dab of superglue right out of the box.
Visor could have been a bit longer too.-Attention Fox R&D,are you reading these reviews as well? This isn't the 1st. time this has been written here you know.
Similar Products Used:
Skater hard shells,to damn hot!
Bike Setup:
Giant Sedona with some upgraded bobbits&widgets.
Bottom Line:
If you have a giant watermelon sized cabeza like I do(8.250 hat size)then this will more than likely be the helmet for you and your pumpkin head.Every other brand I tried on,Bell,Giro and the like either squeezed the sides to hard or pushed to much on the soft spot of my dome.
With this in mind I bought the L/XL size which is greatly cavernous and well rounded on the inside,it even comes with an extra set of pads so when the set your using become filled with "monkey splunge",into the washer they go w.o. the worry of missing a days ride.
Excellent brain bucket overall.Enjoy.
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Submitted by
friedwilly
a Weekend Warrior
from Yorktown, NY USA Date Reviewed: September 16, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Danny's Cycles
Strengths:
This helmet looks great and is very comfortable. It also protects your melon pretty good. I hit a tree after flying off a 4 foot drop and faceplanted a tree. Thankfully, the helmet saved me.
Weaknesses:
Fox should replace helmet fully, not at discount price.
This helmet is great and will truly save the melon. It feels great on the head and you never over heat. It looks cool too.
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Submitted by
willymcd
a Downhiller
from portland, Oregon, usa Date Reviewed: August 4, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
REI
Strengths:
looks ok, probably will save my head if i fall, if fairly comfortable.
Weaknesses:
fit, used bulky plastic head tensioners, visor lid, weight
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen
Bike Setup:
yeti, turner, banshee
Bottom Line:
this is almost a great helmet. first fox should have used soft rubber head tensioners in the back instead of bulky plastic ones. second the visor is so retarded, it pops off way to easily while the stupid and pointless spoiler (which i removed) is attached like barnacles to a vessel. also it is a little on the heavy side. I went with the fox though, because the giro xen looked retarded on me, according to friends and it got heat damage on the way to my first ride with it! but the xen was more comfortable and was lighter.
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Submitted by
Barak
a Weekend Warrior
from Tel-Aviv Date Reviewed: July 25, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Arad to Massada
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$96.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Looks great, feels like i was born inside one
Weaknesses:
pricy, hot(!!), almost heavy as a full-face, visor eventually fell off
Similar Products Used:
Full-face and XC helmets.
Bike Setup:
frame, tires, and all the other cool hardware that connects them
Bottom Line:
The visor kept coming loose with even the slightest force (e.g. while adjust sunglasses). Eventually the visor was lost while riding with the helmet strapped to my pack. Helmet does not look cool, and i have painful sun in my eyes. When i get my hands on a replacement i'll glue it in place.
For XC rides i've gone back to my old shallow road-like helmet.
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Submitted by
mtbgirl
a Weekend Warrior
from valencia,ca Date Reviewed: July 24, 2009
Favorite Trail:
mammoth mountain
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$96.00
Purchased At:
cambria bikes
Strengths:
great helmet, great fit and it to saved my life. landed head first on a large boulder,the helmet dented and cracked but not my head. i was fine got up and finished the ride.
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
won't use any other helmet
Bike Setup:
rocky mountain slayer
Bottom Line:
GREAT HELMET.... GREAT FIX AND COMFORT.. WELL WORTH EVERY DOLLAR SPENT. WON'T WEAR ANYTHING ELSE....
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Submitted by
e_hermo3
a Cross Country Rider
from Laguna Beach, Ca Date Reviewed: July 16, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Telonics
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
REI
Strengths:
Really good fit, retention system is easy and secure, well ventilated, comfortable and good protection/coverage
Weaknesses:
can't peel off the little fox head logo's
Similar Products Used:
bucket, jofa hockey helmet, protec, giro etc.
Bike Setup:
09 Cannondale Rize 4
Bottom Line:
Doesn't feel like youre wearing a protec, but offers just about the same coverage. Gives you good helmet courage! Visor snaps on/off which is a plus. Nice big vents. Still light weight. Rear "spoiler" gets me extra traction too. The retention system works really well, you could pretty much ride it w/o a chin strap. I bought it in the white/grey and its definitely more white w/ faint light grey speckles. If you like to ride everywhere on the mtn, this is a great choice. Might get you some funny looks/comments on the road rides tho...
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Submitted by
dirtisgood
a Weekend Warrior
from Rowland Heights, CA Date Reviewed: June 16, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Honokowai Valley
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Strengths:
Great fit, light, good air flow
Weaknesses:
N/A
Similar Products Used:
Bell
Bottom Line:
Helmets are all about the fit and comfort. This one fits like a glove. Once you put it on you'll forget it's there 'til you take it off.
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Submitted by
Coma Inferno
a Weekend Warrior
from Bekreley, CA Date Reviewed: May 3, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At:
Mike's Bikes
Strengths:
Looks good, fits well and protects your head. Fox offers replacement liners and you can also remove the liner to wash it. It also has more coverage at the back of your head.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
This is my first helmet.
Bike Setup:
2007 Fisher HiFi Deluxe with a few goodies.
Bottom Line:
Well, considering this is my first helmet, I tried on many and discovered that all open face helmets are adjustable and fit well. With that said, I think it really just comes down to brand preference and look. Personally, I like Fox products and I like the way this helmet looks. I over paid, but that's normally the story if you shop at Mike's Bikes. If you are looking for a helmet that stands out, then get this one.
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Submitted by
gimly
a Downhiller
from canada Date Reviewed: April 28, 2009
Favorite Trail:
forbidden plateau
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
lbs
Strengths:
super strong, most comfortable helmet I have ever owned. Even lighter than my road helmet and fits better than anything else tried
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
bell, specialized, giro
Bike Setup:
which one
Bottom Line:
I ride Dh, XC, Cyclocross, Road and Freeride. Besides the mandatory full face I must use when racing DH, I use this helmet everyday for everyride. I only replaced it with a new one recently because I fell 10' -head first-off a cliff into a pile of rock. No dents, bit of a scratch on the helmet but it didn't collapse and neither did I. I didn't even get a headache, and continued to race. I have owned many other helmets and wiped out with them resulting in them collapsing, exploding, etc. If they keep making the Flux, I'll always trust it.
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Submitted by
willem3
a Cross Country Rider
from Bend, Oregon USA Date Reviewed: April 23, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Flagline
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Pine Mountain Sports
Strengths:
Nice looking, cool, provides solid protection. Fits well and is adjustable.
Weaknesses:
Quality is suspect... Decals come off easily, visor is worthless (lost one already / Fox sent a replacement)... Now the Plastic Strip for the rachet system broke... I have never crashed in this helmet. Fox will not warranty the part and it will cost $15.00 to fix. I am going to fix it, but with the personal commitment to purchase another Giro Xen as my next helmet in a year or so. The strip broke when I picked up the helmet by holding the rachet system. Really cheap plastic... Not strong...
Similar Products Used:
Giro and Bell products
Bike Setup:
Not important for this review!!
Bottom Line:
I would make sure that you think twice before making the purchase. The Giro Xen is a better helmet even though it is $30 bucks more expensive...
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Submitted by
bodyboard1
a Weekend Warrior
from Inland Empire Date Reviewed: April 12, 2009
Favorite Trail:
South Ridge
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Fox.com
Strengths:
Great quiality and great protection.
Weaknesses:
None
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Rize 4
Bottom Line:
This is an awesome helmet totally worth the price.
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Submitted by
Daniel
a Cross Country Rider
from Melbourne, Victoria Australia Date Reviewed: April 10, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Blair Witch at Lysterfield
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
Goldcross
Strengths:
Good ventilation, lots of protection, cool colours, price not too bad
Weaknesses:
Only 2 sizes available, Visor not adjustable, Fox Decals peel off
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Air Force, Giro Atmos
Bike Setup:
Felt RXC Team, Sram X-9, XT Brakes, Reba SL
Bottom Line:
Pretty much with all helmets make sure they fit perfectly. The Flux has heaps of protection which is why I bought it however as I have a small head it does move around a touch so needs t be readjusted mid ride. This could be fixed if 3 sizes were available.
That being said it is still a top quality helmet.
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Submitted by
Do Work, Son
a Weekend Warrior
from Northern VA, USA Date Reviewed: April 4, 2009
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
REI
Strengths:
I seem to have a really odd shaped head because buying headsets, helmets, hats, and sunglasses have always been challenging for me. I went to REI just to try this helmet on (maybe buy online cheaper). This helmet seems made for my head and I bought it on the spot.
Weaknesses:
The front visor doesn't seem to be attached all that well. Nothing a little superglue won't fix. It's also twice as expensive as any other helmet I've bought, a hefty premium for switching to name brand like Fox.
Similar Products Used:
Mostly Bells or off brands, whatever was cheapest and didn't feel too uncomfortable.
Bike Setup:
Specialized Rockhopper
Bottom Line:
Great fit, highly adjustable, cool color options, strong rear protection (which I thankfully haven't needed yet) and easily the most comfortable helmet I've used. Value-wise I could probably keep shopping and get away with paying less for something similar but I'm happy.
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Submitted by
pierocapredoni
a Cross Country Rider
from Mendoza, Argentina Date Reviewed: March 28, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Singletracks
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
PricePoint
Strengths:
Weight, confort
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Bells, Gyros
Bottom Line:
Best helmet Ive used ever. The most confortable fit.
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Submitted by
jwood1157
a Weekend Warrior
from NH Date Reviewed: March 18, 2009
Favorite Trail:
ANY
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$80.00
Strengths:
good fit stays on your head
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
bell
Bike Setup:
08 coilair
Bottom Line:
great helmet don't even realize it's there sometimes adjustable and plenty of vents keeps you cool definitely would recommend.
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Submitted by
dtacmed
a Cross Country Rider
from Kannapolis NC USA Date Reviewed: March 4, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Sherman Branch
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
Quality of Construction, Looks, Extra Pads Included, Fit, Straps attach to the side of the Helmet and don't rub like others. Cost considering quality.
Weaknesses:
None at this point
Similar Products Used:
Giro E2, Hex, Bell Sweep XC
Bike Setup:
Kona Full Suspension, Full XT Dual Control wheels etc.
Bottom Line:
Looks like my new favorite helmet, After being in a bad crash a few years ago and a Helmet saving my life I've become very picky about helmets. I really like the additional rear coverage. And as far as quality hey it's Fox. Glad to see other options beside Bell/Giro. Should be a top pick before long here.
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Submitted by
FrenchFit
a Cross Country Rider
from Nrothern, CA, USA Date Reviewed: February 2, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Tomorrow's
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Great fit, great looking, removeable visor and fins. Very comfortable for longer rides, not super light but well-balanced.
Weaknesses:
None; maybe more color options would have been nice.
Similar Products Used:
Giros helmets
Bike Setup:
Road, commuter, MTB
Bottom Line:
Good price, great helmet. Own one Giro, tried the $200+ hi-tech models and just don't like the look - super-wide vents. These Flux helemts are the best option I've found.
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Submitted by
DelawareDager
a Racer
from Newark DE Date Reviewed: January 21, 2009
Favorite Trail:
all
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
??
Strengths:
Saved my life!
COmfortable, Sweet looking , durable
Weaknesses:
??heavy i donno
Similar Products Used:
Giro
Bike Setup:
Yakuza
Bottom Line:
Buy it if you want a reliable helmet that will save your life!
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Submitted by
RMXSeven
a Weekend Warrior
from Sydney, NSW, Australia Date Reviewed: January 15, 2009
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Maroubra Cycles
Strengths:
Great Fit, built well, decent ventilation, offers good safety
Weaknesses:
Only 4 Color options ;)
Similar Products Used:
A few Giro, Bell, Netti.
Bike Setup:
08' Stinky Deluxe
Bottom Line:
This is a great helmet!
I've been recommending it to everyone, if it fits well, buy it!
I dont think I will ever find a helmet much better than this one.
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Submitted by
rodfather450r
a Weekend Warrior
from Fayetteville Date Reviewed: January 8, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Devil's Den Fossil Flats
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
backcountryoutlet.co
Strengths:
super comfortable. Light. i forget i'm wearing it. great looks. lots of color choices
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
giro
Bike Setup:
Motobecane
Bottom Line:
This is an awesome helmet. Fox did a nice job with this one. plus its easy to find a good deal on one. i give it 5 flamin' chilis
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Submitted by
_Lac_Man_
a Weekend Warrior
from Phoenix Date Reviewed: January 7, 2009
Favorite Trail:
SoMo - McDwll Mtn.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Strengths:
Great coverage of the noggin'. I like that the entire helmet has print on it - 'Black Camo' for mine - my old Trek had bare foam in the rear. Looks really cool, too!
Weaknesses:
Rear strap loop sometimes get bunched up and feels like a rock pushing against my head, but I've got a solutioin for it.
Similar Products Used:
Trek, Giro
Bike Setup:
Trek FuelEX
Bottom Line:
This is probably the best helmet I've bought. Seems that it has better coverage than other helmets I've had. It most definitely has a better fit than anything I've had before. Easy as hell to adjust and at speed it doesn't feel like the helmet is pulling back, feels more aerodynamic.
Great helmet for anyone!
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Submitted by
escapizm
a Weekend Warrior
from escapizm@yahoo.co.uk Date Reviewed: October 27, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Guisborough Woods and Glentress
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
evans cycles
Strengths:
Looks great, better fixing of helmet cage to chasis than the Giro Xen ive just returned. the popets on the giro are very week and a slow speed spill would render it garbage. The fox feels a lott more solid.
Weaknesses:
Visor could do with being adjustable
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen
Bike Setup:
Custom Giant VT1 & Norco Rampage
Bottom Line:
Will return with review after some use.
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Submitted by
Xtradust
a Cross Country Rider
from Orange, California Date Reviewed: September 5, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Santiago Oaks
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
Online
Strengths:
Visor, Vents and Coverage.
Weaknesses:
Everything can be made better...
Similar Products Used:
Bell helmets, One Giro.
Bike Setup:
Marin B-17
Bottom Line:
I bought this helmet over the others because it fit my giant head (7 3/4 hat size) like a glove. I also like that it covers the base of my skull at the back of my head. I've really gotten used to my motor functions and I would like to keep them after a crash. Tons of vents. Very happy with this helmet.
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Submitted by
Flash
a Weekend Warrior
from Michigan Date Reviewed: August 25, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Black Mountain
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At:
Bike Demo
Strengths:
Fit and retension, Looks awesome, love the colr(dark camo), plenty of vents, and good protection.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
All
Bike Setup:
All mountain and XC
Bottom Line:
The best.
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Submitted by
nagatahawk
a Weekend Warrior
from Los Angeles Date Reviewed: August 22, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Mammoth Mountain
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Wheel World Culver C
Strengths:
The outer shell is molded over onto the inner lining, sealing the edges smooth with no sharp edges. this also gives it more structural integrity. The helmet fit my head perfectly, better than my Giro. The rear retention system really made the difference in making it fit well. I like the rear protection and style. I bought one of the first on the market, the style caught my eye. It all paid off when I crashed on a downhill. otb landed on my head, the helmet flattend on top and cracked. I got a concussion, fractured neck and back, 4 days in the ICU, but I am alive and have full leg and arm movement.
Weaknesses:
the visor isn't adjustable, I like it lower to keep out the glare.
Similar Products Used:
Giro; Specialized
Bike Setup:
97' KHS AM 2000; 5.5 Marz AM1;5.5 travel fox coil 5.0; Shimano Hone
Bottom Line:
The helmet is equal or better than most helmets at over $100.
I bought the red and white because it looked different, racer like. I will get the camo next time.
I used it on Epic AM rides and beach cruises even with road bikes. I was getting a lot of stares, the it downed on my it was my new style helmet not me. lmao! dam I thought it was my new jersey! Ventilation was very good, fit is excellent. The Bottom Line is the Flux saved my life, I can't ask for more.
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Submitted by
team tortuga
a Cross Country Rider
from buchanan mi Date Reviewed: August 19, 2008
Favorite Trail:
down and fast
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
cant remember
Strengths:
protects really well. sits good on my noggin to! love how it goes low in the back. according to the dents and gravel stuck back there, seems to be where i hit the most.
Weaknesses:
gloved,one handed clip would be nice
Similar Products Used:
giro, bell
Bike Setup:
stumpy 29r with the good stuff
Bottom Line:
fits great. looks great. really protects. would have paid more and still not felt jipped.
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Submitted by
flyrodder68
a Cross Country Rider
from Lewistown, MT Date Reviewed: July 30, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Snowy Mtn.
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$69.00
Purchased At:
Helen's Cycles, Pasa
Strengths:
Cool factor design, rear head protection
Weaknesses:
Price, though I got mine at a considerble discount.
Similar Products Used:
Apex, Bell
Bike Setup:
Fuji Nevada 2.0 (2008)
Bottom Line:
Usuall retail is $99.00 which I think is way over priced. For $69.00, its reasonable enough.
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Submitted by
Kyle
a Weekend Warrior
from Plano, Tx Date Reviewed: June 4, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Rowlett Creek Park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Price Point
Strengths:
The helmet is extremely comfortable. Great airflow and looks super sweet.
Weaknesses:
The plastic piece that holds the rear 'adjustor' came out. Finally, after messing around with it after 6 months...I was able to fix it. Apparently I'm retarded because once I cracked the code...I was able to piece it back together and haven't had a problem since.
Similar Products Used:
Various motocross helmets, bell, Arai, etc.
Bike Setup:
Motobecane hardtail...several after market components.
Bottom Line:
I really enjoy this helmet. Not only is it extremely comfortable, but it has great airflow. Just like any other MTB'r, I sweat like a mofo when riding. This helmet does a great job at preventing sweat from dripping into my eyes. Also, the chin strap has 2-3 different adjustments to ensure comfort. Previous reviews mentioned something about not being able to adjust the visor...gay! It's a friggin helmet...it will have the occasional faults! I wear sunglasses when riding, so I don't depend on a 2" visor to cut the sun from getting into my eyes. Personally, I will pay the additional $$ for style and comfort. I bought this helmet the first month it was released and I haven't been disappointed by anymeans. It looks great and serves it's purpose.
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Submitted by
skibum123
a Cross Country Rider
from Naperville, IL USA Date Reviewed: June 4, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Slickrock, Moab
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Performance Bicycles
Strengths:
NONE
Weaknesses:
Defective head strap on the first one I bought. The thread came undone on the right strap and it fell off. The replacement did not have the straps fed through the rear retention system. Fox Customer Support indicated that this is due to a patent issue with Bell. However, their resolution is to just ship out the next batch with the strap not fed through the rear of the helmet which is a totally hokey solution and gives it a COMPLETELY different feel to the rider.
Similar Products Used:
various other mountain bike helmets
Bike Setup:
Santacruz Superlight, Sram X9 front and back, Mavic Crossmax XL tubeless Panaracer, Fox RLT 100 fork, Sram PG990 cassette
Bottom Line:
To receive two helmets with defects is bizarre. I would stay away from Fox helmets until they get their act together. Also, you would expect more for this price. The helmet is not that comfortable either. Additionally, the retention adjustment in the back is always changing -- becoming looser or tighter -- if you set the helmet down etc. Do not buy a helmet based on cool looks. Your life depends on this most critical piece of equipment.
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Submitted by
Rich
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Clara, CA Date Reviewed: June 2, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
LBS (Sun Bike Shop)
Strengths:
Awesome looks
Weaknesses:
None so far
Bike Setup:
Intense Spyder
Bottom Line:
I just recently purchased this helmet and was put into used this weekend. For comfort, I'll give it a 4. Ventilation is pretty good. For it's look, I have to give it a 5. Overall this helmet is by far the best I've ever owned. Worth the money I paid for.
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Submitted by
Dub'yuh
a Cross Country Rider
from Asspen, Co, US and A Date Reviewed: May 20, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Purchased At:
Online dealer
Strengths:
Cool Lookin, good head coverage
Weaknesses:
Pads fall out easy, fit 'system' is not so great, chin strap doesn't stay put, kinda heavy for a single impact helmet, Doesn't fit me noggin but that's not necessarily a weakness as I everybody's head is different.
Similar Products Used:
Bunch of stuff
Bike Setup:
Intense 6.6 with other bits
Bottom Line:
Not too impressed with this helmet. I've been riding for over 15 years and have worn, broken and lost my fair share of helmets...none of which I have had many complaints about. This one is just plain uncomfortable. It doesn't sit on my head well, the chin strap is forever loosening, the pads on the inside fall out. It feels heavy and cumbersome. So, I have for sale a used Fox Flux helmet if interested. BTW, i have a pair of Fox Cycling socks that are just sick!!!
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Submitted by
Frank
a Weekend Warrior
from Huntington Beach CA Date Reviewed: March 17, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Gooseberry
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
eBay
Strengths:
FIT and STABILITY
Weaknesses:
read below, ESPECIALLY the sweat part
Similar Products Used:
GIRO E2 - 2 helmets over 7 years, first and second generation
Bike Setup:
Turner Burner/PAUL rockers/TALAS
Bottom Line:
FIT. Stability riding. Not as cool as the E2 but on my head I needed a headband to keep the Giro from flopping around. Now I need a THIN headband to keep the sweat out of my eyes. Don't care. Helmets are REALLY personal, and this one FITS ME. I forget it's on, i never fiddle with it while I'm riding, never adjust on the fly. Yes, be niceif the visor was adjustable, but it's really not a problem, even into the setting sun. They will make it better and I'll buy another one in a couple years.
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Submitted by
Gwynn
a Cross Country Rider
from Laguna, Philippines Date Reviewed: February 19, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
BIKEHUB
Strengths:
DESIGN. makes you look like a pro! VENTILATION. good airflow! HEAD COVERAGE. good protection on all sides!
Weaknesses:
None!
Similar Products Used:
661, Michelin, MOB, Giro
Bike Setup:
Santa Cruz Bullit
Bottom Line:
havent had a crash yet with this helmet... tried dropping it 5ft cemented floor...no cracks, dents...
back head protection design makes the difference... knowing that, i gained more confidence when riding fast on trails...
i bought 2 (balck camo & racing red)...for me & wifey!
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Submitted by
Mad Maxx
a Weekend Warrior
from Philippines Date Reviewed: January 4, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Fox design, protection and weight
Weaknesses:
none so far
Similar Products Used:
Giro Animas, Giro Xen
Bike Setup:
Giant Anthem
Bottom Line:
One of the best mtb helmet..protection and unique camo design..ventilation is ok...perfect fit for me very comfortable. Better protection coverage at the back. Tip..Try it on before you buy it. 5 star for me.
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Submitted by
Joe
a Weekend Warrior
from Southern Calif Date Reviewed: December 29, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Performance
Strengths:
Great looks (Fox is noted for good looks) & the shell appears well molded to the inner foam...Large Vents...Comes w/ extra set of inner pads...The helmet feels snug on my melon
Weaknesses:
Its pricey & would have liked an adjustable visor...Inner velcro glued pads are not adhered to the helmet...One has peeled away & I will have to glue back in-place...The chin strap buckle is not as well designed as Bell's "No pinch Buckle". I pinched my neck, wont do that again I hope.
Similar Products Used:
Poor mans Bell helmet (poor vents but great "No Pinch Buckle")
Bike Setup:
07' Specialized FSR Stumpy
Bottom Line:
This is my first up-scale helmet & I do like it but its not perfectly designed or built IMO....Ive been using a poor mans Bell helmet that Im embarrassed to say I bought at Walmart for $18 (it was black & did not look bad at all). The Bell does not have the same detailed built as the Fox but Im not sure if it has $80 more quality than the Bell.
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Submitted by
HR
a Weekend Warrior
from Apple Valley,Ca. Date Reviewed: December 18, 2007
Favorite Trail:
dirt
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$95.00
Purchased At:
Price point
Strengths:
Fit, coverage.
Weaknesses:
Non-adjustable visor.
Similar Products Used:
Giro Exodus.
Bike Setup:
Fisher Sugar.
Bottom Line:
The helmet fits great, best I've ever worn. Ventilation is really good for having increased coverage, I really like the coverage for the back of the head. I just wish the visor could be adjusted. Overall though, it's a great helmet. When this one wears out I will buy another one, IF they make the visor adjustable.
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Submitted by
dan b
a Weekend Warrior
from clinton, nj Date Reviewed: December 9, 2007
Favorite Trail:
cr
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
jenson
Strengths:
looks cool, lightweight, the s/m fit my head ( 6 7/8 hat size) perfectly once adjusted
Weaknesses:
maybe a little expensive compared to other offerings. seems like it could be slightly better made
pretty cool helmet. fits well, light, flows air good. i got the urban camo and was kinda dissapointed that the graphics look super cheezy up close. i wasnt expecting a michealangelo on the helmet, but they could have been better. cant really find any major faults, but not super impressed. after using it for a few months, it a good helmet and would buy it again if it was $50 bucks, but when its time to replace it ill spend my $90 elsewhere
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Submitted by
C Cow
a Racer
from albuquerque new mexico Date Reviewed: December 8, 2007
Favorite Trail:
south boundary
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
team store
Strengths:
An actual mtb helmet. Marketed by an off road company (made in italy by agv). Good looks, still slightly resembles the rear of a cruise liner with that plastic thingy. Color options are great.
Weaknesses:
The rear plastic piece??? Helmet has a drainage problem- I had not used sweatbands in helmets in many years, but I had to start wearing one with this helmet. The liquid flows like a river down through the front pads. Danged halo sweatband I purchased to for flood control leaves a groove in my forehead too. Now I have one more piece of gear I have to keep track of between rides. Visor is too high, I like mine lower, provides better sun/glare blocking when just alittle lower. The chin strap keeps loosening itself, the retainer rubber thingy doesn't hold tight enough.
Similar Products Used:
many
Bike Setup:
spec M2 single speed; spec enduro; spec singlecross;
Bottom Line:
I'd buy it again, yes, even with those weaknesses I mentioned. I like mtb clothing for mtb riding, and fox is doing a great job in providing me (for purchase) the items in the styles and colors I'm looking for. I go to mtb races in full mtb clothing, not tighty lycra shorts and road gear. I've enjoyed wearing something different and I've gotten no comments at all about the helmet, either positive or negative. I'm a one helmet rider, it serves all purposes well.
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Submitted by
justin
a Weekend Warrior
from Fremont, CA Date Reviewed: November 24, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
undisclosed
Strengths:
cool factor is a +, flows air very well, comfortable
Weaknesses:
stickers fall off, visor is flimsy
Similar Products Used:
giro
Bottom Line:
Great helmet, good price. I recommend this helmet to anyone looking for a helmet that has good protection and flows air very well! Additionally, the cool factor is a + being that i am young and like the neat looking "urban camo" if you will.
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Submitted by
J. Craig Mayer
a Cross Country Rider
from Winchester,KY Date Reviewed: September 28, 2007
Favorite Trail:
any singletrack
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Pricepoint
Strengths:
Very light. Much cooler than other helmets I've used. Cool looking.
Weaknesses:
Cheap graphics
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen and E-2, Bell helmets
Bike Setup:
Titus Moto-lite
Bottom Line:
I have worn the Giro havoc for a year before I purchased this helmet. I have used Fox products for many years in both Mountain biking and Dirt biking. Have always been impressed with the quality of there products. But this helmet looks great but upon close look, it seems alittle cheap.The graphics had wrinkles in them and they don't look like they will last very long. Other than that, the helmet is much cooler than the Xen. The fit is good too. I can wear glasses with this helmet witout any strap interference much better than the Xen.Very comfortable for long rides. Overall not a bad helmet, cheaper than the Xen, But I can't say it's better than the Xen.
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Submitted by
Dave
a
from Grand Forks BC Date Reviewed: September 24, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$110.00
Purchased At:
Gerick Cycle
Strengths:
Good coverage, excellent air flow
Weaknesses:
Scratches far too easily, only 2 sizes, has decals?!
Similar Products Used:
Giro Indicator, Louis Garneau Oz-zy, Bell bellistic
Bike Setup:
'05 Santa Cruz Superlight
Bottom Line:
I have mixed feelings about this helmet. On 1 hand it does provide a much cooler ride than my other helmets, but I just can't come to grips with the poor quality of workmanship on this helmet. When I pulled it of the box I was shocked to find that the patterning on the shell is mostly done with cheezey decals. There really is no excuse for it, my LG OZ-ZY has a much more complicated pattern without resorting to crappy stickers. This helmet also shows wear much faster than any other helmet I've ever worn - My giro indicator is almost 2 years old now, and except for a few dings in the exposed foam it still looks new. The fox on the other hand is covered in scratches, and has some ugly scrapes on the visor and spoiler. Add into this the step pricetag, and you've got an ok helmet that I just expected better of.
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Submitted by
Lee
a Cross Country Rider
from San Jose, California Date Reviewed: September 12, 2007
Favorite Trail:
anything with dirt
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At:
Through Sponsor
Strengths:
Real good looking, LOTS of BIG vents to keep you cool, stays put good on your head, light, you can feel the air flow all the way through the helmet and out the back
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
trek helmets
Bottom Line:
Super good Helmet, actual retail price is cheaper than other high end helmets and performs second to none, has extended coverage in the rear for more protection, is comfortable and is just a plain GOOD helmet!
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Submitted by
James
a
from Cooper Landing, Alaska Date Reviewed: August 24, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Strengths:
Really comfortable, very light, breathes really well, looks great, offers really really good protection, adjusts easily and stays put.
Weaknesses:
None.
Bottom Line:
This is simply the best helmet I've ever used. It fits extremely well, is ultra comfortable, really light-weight, it breathes easily and keeps me cool, and it WORKS. I had a nasty endo in a rock garden going about 25 MPH. I hit my head and rolled. The helmet didn't even crack, and it kept my nogging way comfortable. No headache even. I really recommend this helmet. It even looks awesome!
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Submitted by
Glenn
a Cross Country Rider
from Tauranga, New Zealand Date Reviewed: August 23, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Bike Vegas - Rotorua
Strengths:
I liked the comfort level of the helmet, the cam colours (sadly flagged away by Giro on their Xen)and the looks. It felt solid. It's a good AM helmet.
Weaknesses:
The first thing I did when I purchased the helmet was get the 'gay' rear spoiler taken off by the salesman. Looks stupid and doesn't serve any apparent purpose that I could see. Otherwise a great helmet.
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen
Bottom Line:
I crashed heavily on a sweet flowing singletrack in Colorado (Reno Flag Bear - Crested Butte) in June. The helmet took a big hit and I was momentarily seeing lovely stars. The helmet did everything it was meant to. I'm not saying that another like the Xen wouldn't have done the same job but it sure is wonderful to know that it saved your bacon. Bottom line; without the helmet on on this day I would almost certainly be drinking liquid food through a straw up my noise. The visor went flying but clipped straight back on without any damage. Got the helmet checked out by a cycle shop in Crested Butte, fully expecting to throw it away. Expert opinion was that it's all good. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one and I definitely recommend it.
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Submitted by
berbard
a Cross Country Rider
from los angeles, CA Date Reviewed: August 21, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
performancebike.com
Strengths:
more rear coverage than any other vented helmets. solid shell construction. lots of padding and extra pads included are a +.
Weaknesses:
paint/finish scratches and peals off easily. 'pad velcro attachments' are not properly glued in place - some are off and rub against your head. cheap plastic visor and spoiler scratches easily. stickers, cheap stickers :)
Similar Products Used:
Giro Animas, HEX, ZEN.
Bike Setup:
2 wheels
Bottom Line:
I like the shell design, it provides more coverage in the back of the head, which is the main reason I purchased this helmet. The product weaknesses I pointed out are mainly cosmetic and needed refinement in production. Paint and finish wont last in the wild, I have already scratched a few sections of the helmet, some came off when I tried to peel off the sticker logo that was not stuck all the way to begin with. Some of the velcro attachments on the side were not properly glued, a couple came off and some off center and rubbed against my head. The pads feel ok, it covers a lot. Overall, it's a good helmet that needs a better finishing touch. I own a couple of Giro helmets one close to 3 years old and its well abused, but not a single scratch on the finish. It's a Bell helmet with a Fox logo, think 2x before you pay $100 :)
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Submitted by
Joel
a Weekend Warrior
from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Date Reviewed: August 12, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$122.00
Purchased At:
Strathpine Cycles
Strengths:
helmet fits to head perfectly. extra coverage around the rear 20 vents to ensure good airflow rear spoiler bit looks cool
I have barely had this helmet two days and must say that if you are after something that is value for money and cheaper than say the giro xen for example this is the helmet. I did a bit of research before buiying this one including reading the reveiws on this site and i must say that what people are saying about this helmet is correct- read the reviews for yourself. this helmet is a must buy for any trail rider.
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Submitted by
Kyle
a Cross Country Rider
from Baton Rouge,La,USA Date Reviewed: August 8, 2007
Favorite Trail:
one with dirt
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$95.00
Purchased At:
Direct from Fox
Strengths:
Great Protection,Nice vents, Looks beat any other helmet hands down. Nice to be able to ride around without looking like Corky from life goes on.
Weaknesses:
It dosen't hold me at night. The back fin dosen't make me faster :(
Similar Products Used:
Giro's..
Bike Setup:
Trek 6000 with spd 520's, 08 xt derailleurs, fox vanilla r suspension.
Bottom Line:
If your tired of being the average kid on the block and your ready to step up to the big boy club, I highly recommend the Fox Flux. You wont be dissapointed.
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Submitted by
Gub
a Weekend Warrior
from Sydney, NSW, Aus Date Reviewed: August 5, 2007
Favorite Trail:
hmmm, too many to name one...
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$145.00
Purchased At:
Bike Addiction, Manly
Strengths:
Great fit. Coverage. Lots of venting.
Weaknesses:
Price? (but then, not really at weakness - what price do you put on your head?)
Similar Products Used:
Giro, MET
Bike Setup:
'07 Trance 01
Bottom Line:
I have a bit of a weird shaped head, and finding a helmet that fit just right has always been a chore. Have tried various MET's & Giro's, and all fit (only just), but were just a bit un-comfy. The Flux was great as soon as a put it on. Plenty of room, plenty of adjustability, plenty of comfort too. I've got the straight Black color, as the Camo didn't really turn me on... Kept my head surprisingly cool on a warm day with the venting, and on the long XC & Single tracks that is always a bonus. It gave me the confidence to crank just that little bit harder on the single tracks... The visor doesn't get in the way while riding, but I still don't know what the spoiler does (except add a bit of visual appeal if you like that kind of thing). Plus it doesn't look like I'm waiting for special education while riding... Basically, try one on and if it fits, I'm sure you'll love it!
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Submitted by
Kyle Steen
a Cross Country Rider
from Falls Church, VA, US Date Reviewed: August 2, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Fountain Head Park
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
performancebikes.com
Strengths:
Looks Nice, appears to have great coverage and protection, locks on head tight and secure
Weaknesses:
Tried the helmet on and had a painful spot on the top back portion of the helmet. A Loop holds the helmet chin strap in place and is attached inside the helmet around this point which I believe adds to the discomfort. Also a thin pad is velcroed to the top but lacks padding in this area. Wasn't impressed and decided to return the helmet for a Giro Xen
Similar Products Used:
Bell Delirium - destroyed in wreck Giro Hex
Bike Setup:
Fuji Diamond Pro XC Manitou black front shock LX derailers and integrated shifters
Bottom Line:
Uncomfortable for me compared to many other helmets I've tried. Love the look and added protection as I wreck pretty bad a couple weeks ago and was looking for this type of protection. Honestly, the helmet is so uncomfortable in one spot that it made me return it. Everyone else seems to really like it, but for the money - spend the xtra $10 for the Giro Xen or the lower end Giro Hex both great helmets and Giro really does seem to have a lot to offer from helmets. Also, really haven't been impressed with anything I 've bought from Fox (shorts, gloves, helmet) - although I do like their jerseys. Overall, go test out the helmet before buying it online to see if it fits you personally.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Weekend Warrior
from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: July 23, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$98.00
Purchased At:
Directly from Fox
Strengths:
Design, comfort and fit
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Louis Garneau
Bike Setup:
K2 Zed 2.0 SE
Bottom Line:
Fantastic helmet. I searched around Toronto for one, and couldn't find one anywhere. Ended up buying it online, sight unseen. Excellent helmet with great coverage. The huge vents help keep my head cool, and the straps don't bother my earrings like my old helmet did. Fits like a ball cap. If you're just riding fro A to B then I wouldn't bother spending this kind of money, BUT if you do spend time on the trails, then definitely go for it!
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Submitted by
Sammy
a Racer
from Phoenix, Az Date Reviewed: July 19, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
competitivecyclist.com
Strengths:
Great fitting helmet...lots of protection. Great looks.
Weaknesses:
A little heavy.
Similar Products Used:
Numerous Giro/Bell Products.
Bike Setup:
Trek Top Fuel 98
Bottom Line:
If in the market for a new helmet go for the flux. If you are inbetween sizes go with the smaller one.
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Submitted by
Alex H.
a Weekend Warrior
from Woodstock, GA Date Reviewed: July 14, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Blankets Creek
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$59.00
Purchased At:
Direct from FOX
Strengths:
Great fit. Adjustable clasps near the ear area to allow for a more comfortable fit. Great protection for the lower portion of the back of the head.
Weaknesses:
Needs more padding on the top center/middle section. May just be the shape of my head.
Overall I am very happy with this helmet in comparison to the one I had prior. Great protection for the back of the head making me feel more comfortable during some of the hard falls I take at times.
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Submitted by
Brian
a Cross Country Rider
from Orange County, CA, USA Date Reviewed: July 2, 2007
Favorite Trail:
San Juan
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Jenson USA
Strengths:
Great quality. Fusion of shell and foam are perfect. Just seems to fit my head really well. Great shape even though it seems to be a Giro Xen clone. Oh well... Fox wins again with the much cheaper price tag..HEHE
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Bell, Cratoni.
Bike Setup:
Intense 5.5 with the Minute 1. XTR 960 everything including the 966 STI shifter/hydro brakes. Mavic 819 UST rims w/ XTR disk hubs. Thompson post/stem. WTB Laser V Stealth Ti seat.
Bottom Line:
Just go out and buy this helmet. It has the Giro beat on price and the quality seems to be a bit better (based on the showroom models I saw). Very comfortable and everything a quality helmet should be. Black Camo works for me. I told my wife that the Camo gets the chicks but she just laughed at me?????
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Submitted by
JTRider
a Cross Country Rider
from Virginia Date Reviewed: June 25, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Anglers Ridge
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Great Protection, Great Fit and Great color. (Black Camo)
Weaknesses:
None
Bike Setup:
Turner Flux
Bottom Line:
I've tried many helmets and the Fox Flux feels the best on my head. It offers great protection, has many large vent. holes and the Black Camo color looks great. I would buy another one without any hesitation.
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Submitted by
L
a Cross Country Rider
from N. Central Florida Date Reviewed: June 2, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Squaw Valley U.S.A.
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Everything. Fits like your favorite ballcap. Looks better than any other helmet made. Quality is better than any helmet I seen. Excellent rear-adjustment feature and good coverage for the back of your skull. Comes with replacement velcro pads.
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
Everything.
Bike Setup:
07 Rockhopper PRO
Bottom Line:
Best helmet bar none. Save yourself the hassle and just buy this helmet. Black camo looks great.
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Submitted by
-bd-
a
from San Diego Date Reviewed: June 1, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Made by Fox Racing. Looks nice.
Weaknesses:
Didn't fit my melon. Funky rear fin-thing. Price.
Similar Products Used:
Bell helmets
Bike Setup:
Turner x2
Bottom Line:
I really wanted to use this helmet. Waited over a month for Fox to ship more to the lhs, finally came in. Once I got it home and tried to adjust it/ set it up, no matter how hard I tried, it just wouldn't fit my head right. It sat way up high and pushed back (front to back) way too easy. I guess it must just be my head as everyone else loves thiers. I returned it and picked up a new Bell Variant which fits great!
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Submitted by
Jimmy
a Weekend Warrior
from Ardmore,PA,USA Date Reviewed: May 30, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Any
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$85.00
Purchased At:
Outdoorsportsguys.com
Strengths:
Extremely well built helmet, protects the back of your head like nothing else out on the market,fits like a glove with no movement when you shake your head,very large air vents,plenty of open space around the ears for cell phone use, lots of room for various forms of eye protection,visor and spoiler accent the shape well, urban camo color scheme is trick!
Weaknesses:
Lack of solid color choices as well as only two sizing options.
In my opinion, this is the best MTB helmet on the market for the money. It has the back of your head covered with protection that all other bike helmets have been lacking except for full coverage units. It provides a fit that keeps the helmet in the same position no matter what the rest of your body is doing. The quality is top of the line for a great price. You should try the unit on at a lbs if you can before buying it so you pick the correct size. I am a medium in a Shoei motocross helmet so the small/medium Flux fit me perfectly out of the box. They provide thicker pads in the box to size it down to a small. I still like my Giro E2 but this Fox is now my favorite helmet next to my Shoei. Plus on sale at $85 with free shipping I had to have it. Buy it, you'll love it.
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Submitted by
BigToe
a Weekend Warrior
from Prescott, AZ Date Reviewed: May 8, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Granite Basin
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Fits like a glove from the get-go, light, rediculously comfortable, great ventilation, and of course it looks soooo much cooler than the competition! Gotta love the stealthy camo paint schemes too... nobody can see my head while I'm riding.
Weaknesses:
Had to wait forever for it to become available to the public. Vents are big enough for hornets to fly into, seriously!
Similar Products Used:
Trek something-or-other from back in the day, dozens of MX helmets.
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Uber V 6x6, Maverick DUC32, 5th Element Air, Mavic 823 wheelset, Avid Juicy Carbons, Shimano Saint Crank, blah blah blah...
Bottom Line:
This is a great helmet, I highly recommend it and would buy it agian in a heartbeat. It's uber comfortable and looks like nothing else out there. It fits your head like your favorite ol' ball cap... perfect! Before I bought it, I was looking at the Giro Xen, but when I tried one on, the fit was horrible. I had faith in Fox products from back in my MX days, so I took a chance and ordered the Flux online without trying one on, and it paid off big time!
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Matt
a Weekend Warrior
from Anaheim, CA USA Date Reviewed: May 7, 2007
Favorite Trail:
that one
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$85.00
Purchased At:
Switchback Cyclery, Orange CA
Strengths:
Fits my large cranium while not making it look like I am wearing a mushroom on my head.
Camo colors make me more stealth
Plus I got it on sale at 15% off.
Weaknesses:
I was hoping the helmet would make me faster, but I am not. Which is probably Taco Bell's fault and not Fox's.
Similar Products Used:
Bell Mushroom Top
Bike Setup:
shocks and pegs
Bottom Line:
It's like I am wearing nothing at all!
Since buying this helmet, I have been able to catch more air and impress more chicks.
I also got
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Ben
a Weekend Warrior
from New England Date Reviewed: May 5, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Trail Of Tears
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Greenfish
Strengths:
rear coverage and fit.
Weaknesses:
?
Similar Products Used:
Bell Helmets (Influx...) Tried a Xen
Bike Setup:
575 Marzocchi All Mountain 1...
Bottom Line:
I had resigned to being a Bell user as Nothing by Giro ever fit right. The Fox Flux fits as good or better then the Bells did & provides more protection. The Vents work great too. All to gether great helmet at a competitive price. Bell users rejoice, you now have another option
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Cool Breeze
a Weekend Warrior
from RSM, Ca Date Reviewed: May 3, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Any Singletrack
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$95.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Fits great. No pressure points. Excellent protection. Weight for its purpose. Easy set-up. Looks cool.
Weaknesses:
Lack of colors available.
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen & E2.
Bike Setup:
Ellsworth Moment and Intense 5.5
Bottom Line:
The helmet fits better then the Xen with better protection with equal weight. Its comfortable and the visor is not so low that you have to extend your neck so much that you get a neck strain. The Xen does have the POV which makes it useless in the low position. As with all helmets, try before you buy. If the Fox fits, purchase it and you wont be disapointed.
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eric sams
a Weekend Warrior
from seattle Date Reviewed: April 23, 2007
Favorite Trail:
knoble knobb
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
play it agian sports
Strengths:
Great fit and finish, protection in all the right places.
Weaknesses:
none so far
Similar Products Used:
bell, giro, protect
Bike Setup:
04,enduro pro,z1 light eta, hadley 521,5th element coil, king headset, hayes brakes 8",
Bottom Line:
I saw this helmet online and thought it looked sweet, I had to wait awhile but found one and have not been disapointed. Very comfy, makes me feel like my mellon is safe. Not to mentoin that it looks tight.
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Anthony B.
a Cross Country Rider
from st. louis, mo, USA Date Reviewed: April 22, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
jensonusa
Strengths:
looks, color, fit, vents, ease of use, price, coverage
amazing, looks so damn good, love this helmet, looks so much cooler than the bubble xen look
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Sean
a Weekend Warrior
from Albuquerque, NM USA Date Reviewed: April 13, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Otero Canyon (yeah..I Know..save it...)
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Fits like a ball cap! Great cooling, great look, and very comfortable. Excellent coverage for the back of your melon. Low profile, no "Dee De Deeee" feeling!
Weaknesses:
Needs to come in solid colors, not just the cammo or the "road bike" graffixs.
Similar Products Used:
Various Shimano and Bell...
Bike Setup:
Old school HARO escape, XT shifters, brakes and drivetrain, Ritchy WCS cranks, Crank Bros Mallot C pedals, FSA BB and Headset, Noleen X-link forks, Sweetskinz tires.
Bottom Line:
This brain bucket is like wearing next to nothing at all! I had a 661 Dirt lid for a while a it looked like I was waiting for the short bus! I like the fit of the Flux as well as the overall coverage for my weee head! (I wear a S/M helmet). The visor is great for those anoying branches that tend to get in your face, I still don't get what the spoiler is for...maybe keep my head from bobbling at high speed? Even at only $99 I can't think of anything better for more money.
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KK
a Weekend Warrior
from Eatontown N.J Date Reviewed: April 8, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Strengths:
Good protection Cool looking Comfortable
Weaknesses:
none so far
Bike Setup:
Intense 6.6 Talas 36
Bottom Line:
Very comfortable, good looks and vents really well.It offers protection to the back of your head also. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a new helmet.
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Rob
a
from Bergen, NJ Date Reviewed: April 3, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Strengths:
The spoiler
Weaknesses:
The spoiler
Similar Products Used:
Xen
Bike Setup:
Cannondale
Bottom Line:
The spoiler definately makes you go faster through the trees.
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Bill Cline
a Weekend Warrior
from Morgans Gulch, CA, Santa Clara Date Reviewed: April 3, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Still open
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Trail Heads Cyclery
Strengths:
It looks alot less "goonish" than other helmets,
Weaknesses:
Well of course.. the price. But it was cheaper than some of the other brands.
Similar Products Used:
Kryptonics cheapo helmet
Bike Setup:
D/B
Bottom Line:
I used to be shunned by other riders, at first I thought it was my bike, After I bought my helmet I now feel like a force to be reckoned with. (just kidding) It feels great and light, has nice venting, looks pretty sweet for a helmet. I don’t feel like Special Ed from crank yankers or The Bench Warmers guy, the straps are comfortable. And it’s a FOX so it means I will go faster now!
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Pete
a Cross Country Rider
from NJ Date Reviewed: March 21, 2007
Favorite Trail:
All
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Foxracing.com
Strengths:
Everything. Comfort, looks, protection
Weaknesses:
Nada
Similar Products Used:
Giro E2 & Tested Giro Xen
Bike Setup:
Cannondale
Bottom Line:
More comfortable than any of the Giro's especially the over priced Xen. Well placed vents, great protection, look great. Very streamlined, not "bubbled" like the Xen. Cost competitive. I bought directly from Foxracing.com. Most of the lbs had only the "cammo" color which I wasent into. Online I think they have 4 different colors (maybe more). All I can say is try one on. The Fox Flux just gave Giro a serious run for their money.
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Dale
a
from El Mirage Az Date Reviewed: March 16, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
slippery pig
Strengths:
Comfortable, affordable and it's got a cool rear spoiler
Weaknesses:
None so far
Similar Products Used:
Giro Xen and E2,Specialized and Bell
Bottom Line:
This is the most comfortable helmet I have ever owned in twenty plus years of mountain biking. Usually it takes me 3 or 4 rides to get used to the feel of a new helmet but not with the Flux. It fit like a glove the first ride. Well worth the $99.00 retail price.
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Dave Barnum
a Weekend Warrior
from Longview, WA USA Date Reviewed: March 15, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
fat tire farm
Strengths:
Comfort, fit, looks, weight, vents
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
giro zen, other giro helmets
Bottom Line:
I never thought I'd find a helmet to replace the zen, but the flux has done it. It fits better, provides more protection, and looks way cooler. The rear *spoiler* will be a subject of discussion, but I think it adds style that no other helmet has.
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Matt George
a Weekend Warrior
from Tampa Date Reviewed: March 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Alafia River State Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At:
Competitive Cyclist
Strengths:
Fit, looks, lightweight, cool
Weaknesses:
None yet
Similar Products Used:
Mostly xc Bell helmets.
Bike Setup:
05 Speshy XC Pro w/ Manitou Minute 4 130mm
Bottom Line:
I've only had this helmet for a couple weeks but so far so good, it is light and suprisingly cool considering the coverage. The fit is excellent and it doesn't make you look like a dork. Everything seems to be well built. If you want a little extra coverage this lid is for you, I wasn't sure about buying something that I couldn't try first because it is so new but I'm certainly not dissapointed.
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