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panzer07
a Weekend Warrior
from JimDate Reviewed: July 7, 2011
Strengths: light and looks goodWeaknesses: completely inadequat padding, uncomfortable - again lack of padding and speaking of padding - its all coming apartBottom Line: I know Bell and Gyro are the same company but fit could not be more different as every Gyro helmet fits like a glove and this Bell fits like cra*!
Favorite Trail: Saw Pit Soquel
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$109.00
Purchased At: online
Similar Products Used: Gyro,Fox,Specialized
Bike Setup: Niner Rip9
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Sleepy
a Cross Country Rider
from San Jose, Ca, USADate Reviewed: May 7, 2011
Strengths: FitWeaknesses: Padding is thin.Bottom Line: Fit and ventilation is good. Padding is thin and sparse. My old Bell X-ray had a forehead pad that did an excellent job of keeping sweat from dripping down your face and eyes. The pad on the Volt is thin and does not wrap around the helmet. I have to use a headband on longer rides otherwise my sweat runs down my face. Also my old x ray came with an extra set of pads. These did not and my Variant did not. I guess Bell is cutting costs???
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$110.00
Similar Products Used: Variant, E2, X-ray
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92gli
a Cross Country Rider
from west chester,paDate Reviewed: March 31, 2011
Strengths: I've been using a fox flux for 3 years and wanted something with more air flow and better adjustment system. Found both with this helmet. Its also a lot lighter. This is the most expensive helmet I've ever bought but it was so comfortable right out of the box that I knew it was worth it. Its like its not even on your head.Bottom Line: If you can splurge I don't think you'll regret it. This is very light, very comfortable and airy.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At: ebay
Similar Products Used: Fox flux, don't remember what I had before that.
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thesergeant
a Racer
from Santa MonicaDate Reviewed: December 17, 2009
Strengths: Fit, easy of adjustment, looks, weightWeaknesses: priceBottom Line: Bottom line is that this is an expensive helmet that fits great, vents well and is a respectable weight. I've been riding a bell sweep for a couple years now and really like it. The volt is one better. Is it worth the extra $$? You decide. The previous poster obviously isn't familiar with the rating system here on MTBR.
Rather than 1/1 chili he should have rated it 2/5. Clearly he likes the helmet but is dissatisfied with teh price. My rating is 3/5 but I'm going to 5/5 to offset his rating which skews the average.
If you have the cash and don't mind spending it this is a going choice, you won't have any regrets.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$175.00
Similar Products Used: Decibel, X-Ray, Bell Sweep, Giro's ....
Bike Setup: Pivot 429, XO, Marta SL, I9, Thomson, 3ti, Rotor 3ds 2x9....
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volleybrad
a Cross Country Rider
from Detroit, MIDate Reviewed: July 7, 2009
Strengths: Looks, ventilation, comfort, comes with detachable visorWeaknesses: Price, weight, dial fit systemBottom Line: I picked up the CSC Saxobank Team Edition on the bay for pretty cheap. I would never pay full MSRP for this helmet though. Just don't think it's worth it.
I have a Giro Atmos that's still good actually, but I tried on a Bell at REI one day and the Bells fit my head WAY better than Giros. So I decided to switch. I guess my head is a bit narrower, because there's a lot of extra room on the sides of my head in the Giro.
The Bell fits my head absolutely perfectly. It feels great.
I love that Bell helmets come with the detachable visors. Great idea. I also really love the dial system in the back. It's head & tails above the roc-loc system in Giros. So easy to adjust with one hand.
However, with an MSRP of 175.00....that's quite steep. The Atmos I bought 3 years ago was about 50 bucks cheaper, and it came with a helmet pod case. Also the Atmos is several grams lighter. If I'm dishing out top dollar for a top of the line helmet, it needs to be lighter than one that's cheaper.
If I had to do it again, I'd probably just buy a Bell Array.
Favorite Trail: Stony Creek
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$130.00
Purchased At: eBay
Similar Products Used: Giro Atmos
Bike Setup: n/a
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skillet26
a Cross Country Rider
from ToledoDate Reviewed: March 15, 2009
Strengths: Color and style
lightweight
excellent fit
comes with a visorWeaknesses: none yetBottom Line: I got the special edition Credit Agricole color which is awesome looking and matches my team jersey. I wanted to try a new helmet after I crashed my Specialized Decibel. I've used the Volt a few times and it's very light and airy. It seems to vent well, but I'll know more about that this summer. I really like the ErgoDial fit system. It's easy to adjust with full finger gloves. The helmet sits low on my head for a secure feel. I still like the Decibel for the excellent venting. I'm curious to see how they compare in the summer heat. It's also the most I've spent on a helmet. Retail price is steep and add about $5 for the special edition colors.
Favorite Trail: Maybury SRA
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$140.00
Similar Products Used: Specialized Decibel, Giro Xen
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