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Too_Fast_46
a Cross Country RiderDate Reviewed: May 14, 2012
Strengths: - More coverage than most bicycle helmets
- Good ventilation
- Fits my long & narrow head shape more than most helmets (not that it wouldn't fit a normal shaped head)
- Good looks
- Foam seems to keep the sweat out of my eyes better than my other helmetsWeaknesses: - The way the chin strap is mounted makes it feel awkward at firstBottom Line: - This is my first bike helmet >$30 and it's well worth it. Other helmets did not fit as well as a helmet should and I chose this one specifically because of how much more coverage it provides compared to other helmets I tried.
- I wanted to support my LBS, but I couldn't resist when I found for $30 less on Pricepoint.
Purchased At: Pricepoint.com
Similar Products Used: Cheap Bell and Schwinn helmets from department stores.
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LLave
a Date Reviewed: May 8, 2012
Strengths: Good low coverage on the back of the head. Most helmets do not go as low. Light weight. Looks good (for a helmet)Weaknesses: At high speeds I get a little whistle. Also the front comes down fairly low on me, which gets close to my sun glasses, causing them to fog up when I get hot.Bottom Line: Great helmet, if you can find it on sale it's an exceptional value. The safely is well worth the cost. Highly recommended.
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ZeroNine3
a Weekend Warrior
from Chico, CADate Reviewed: February 23, 2012
Strengths: I love the venting, the straps, and the fit. The helmet also came with an extra set of pads to swap out whenever you need to clean the current ones.Weaknesses: None for me.Bottom Line: Helmet choice is very personal, but I love this helmet. This was the first helmet that I bought when I started mountain biking, and I am glad I did. It has been my go to helmet for the past 2 1/2 years and when I do decide to replace it, I plan to either get another flux or their new striker helmet.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Giro Xen, Giro Phase
Bike Setup: On-One 456SS
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Brendo
a Cross Country Rider
from NSW, AustraliaDate Reviewed: February 19, 2012
Strengths: Helmet sits nice and tight on my head, i don't feel like i have to have the chin strap super tight in order for it to sit snugly and securely with no movement.
It can get very hot where i ride (>35 degrees Celsius) but the helmet seems to be well ventalited and it has not resulted in my head over-heating.
Price seems reasonable. if you are not going to spend decent bucks on a helmet, your brain is likely not worth protecting.Weaknesses: I ride on the road about 10km to get to my local MTB track. This helmet whistles quite loudly if riding on the road at speeds around 25-35km/hour. The whistle can be heard over my ipod.
The whistle is not such a concern on the MTB track, as generally i am not going this quick for sustained periods. If you ride on an MTB track where you can sustain higher average speeds, this whistle may end up being quite annoying.Bottom Line: Good price, good fit, good ventalitation.
Whistle can be annoying, but if you ride excluslvly on MTB tracks with a low average speed, this should not be a concern.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$120.00
Bike Setup: Giant anthem X1
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Larryken
a All Mountain Rider
from MassachusettsDate Reviewed: February 14, 2012
Strengths: feels very light with good coverage of the forehead, temples and back of the skull. the strapping allows micro adjustments for just the right comfort level.Weaknesses: noneBottom Line: Twice this lid has saved me from serious injury. Hit a downhill line the wrong way a few weeks ago and face first into a boulder. Hit the crown of my head real hard. The helmet worked. The strapping system makes a very secure yet comfortable fit. For those who think $100 is too much, how much is your life worth? I have to buy another one but a helmet is the last thing to skimp on.
Favorite Trail: Anything in Gilbert Hills State Forest
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At: On line somewhere
Similar Products Used: Specialized and other brands
Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Heckler with Nevegal tires
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Monkeybutt711
a Weekend Warrior
from South East, USADate Reviewed: February 8, 2012
Strengths: Comfortable, Light weight, True to Fit, Well ventilatedWeaknesses: I got the white and gray unit which looks a little goofy when new, but once you get it a little scuffed up and dirty it looks better.Bottom Line: This is a great helmet for the money. Based on the other reviews I decided to try this helmet and have not been disappointed. The rear strap takes a little to get it fit exactly the way I wanted it, but after that, it was money! There is a fair amount of protection in the rear of the helmet which is a good thing. I do recommend this product to anyone looking for an affordable mtn bike helmet.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$65.00
Similar Products Used: Full face Bell
Bike Setup: Stumpjumper FSR (mostly stock)
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dhouse
a Cross Country Rider
from paragould, arkansas united statesDate Reviewed: January 31, 2012
Strengths: nice helmet; it features comfortable straps, nice padding and good ventilation.Weaknesses: price!!!! i wouldnt have it if i had to pay full price. for me it works just as good as my cheap specialized air force 1 did back in the day.Bottom Line: great helmet, even better if you can get it at a discount
Favorite Trail: craighead forest park
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: ebay
Bike Setup: specialized epic 29er comp
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Seantobin
a Cross Country Rider
from Milwaukie, ORDate Reviewed: January 30, 2012
Strengths: This son of gun is light,durable, and comfortable. I hate wearing helmets that make you think your actually wearing something. This is like heaven on your head.Weaknesses: I haven't crashed to hard yet to tell you if it's weightless makes it less strong but, it has held up for me like a warrior. I love my skid plate.Bottom Line: I ride everything and i do own a fulface but for xc,road,trails,jumps and i even road it with my dj on halfpipe. The helmet covers any area you wanna ride. I was where you were searching the enternet between three helmets and had 99 dollars to spend on a helmet. Trust me just save yourself the time and get it. You know you want to be out in the trails and clicking your mouse doesn't do much. Save your noggin.
-Sweet pedaling
Favorite Trail: Sandy Ridge
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$99.00
Purchased At: Fox.com
Similar Products Used: I have had that one bell thing and giro something. But I finally settled on this one and it has been my favorite so far.
Bike Setup: I have a transtion transam. Easton wheels and truvativ and race face components.
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pbbreath
a Weekend Warrior
from Redding, CADate Reviewed: December 12, 2011
Strengths: Good Looks, Totally wraps Head.Weaknesses: Warm
Poor Adjustability
Expensive if you pay retail
Bottom Line:
Despite it's good looks it's HUGE. Like 40% larger than my previous helmet. (XL)
Warmer than it's 20 vents would suggest, summer might be a bummer.
Rear adjustment is not 1 handed and can easily be moved on accident. It's kind of a pain to get it perfectly centered again.
Chin strap wants to rest against your wind pipe regardless of how forward it'd adjusted.
XL is not very big. I went from a Large Bell that fit great to this L/XL that I had to take some foam out of the side pads to even fit on my head.
It's probably a great helmet, but I'd suggest trying one on before you just buy online.
Favorite Trail: Time Warp, Ashland OR
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$56.00
Purchased At: Hucknroll.com
Similar Products Used: Bell, Giro
Bike Setup: Titus El Guapo with all the goodies...
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blong1717
a Cross Country Rider
from houston, txDate Reviewed: November 13, 2011
Strengths: Great fit, looks goodWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: I clipped a root 2 weeks ago on a downhill section and went over the bars landing on my left shoulder and head. I slid about 15 feet until a root stopped me and broke my collarbone in 4 places. Titanium plate and 7 screws to fix.
My head hit the ground really hard and this helmet saved my life.
About 4 months ago hit a jump as hard as I could and when I landed my front tire rolled off the rim (so much for tubeless) and I slammed my head onto the ground and once again this helmet saved my life.
I will be ordering another one today.
Favorite Trail: Memorial Park
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$125.00
Purchased At: Bike Sport Shop Aust
Similar Products Used: Giro, Bell
Bike Setup: Intense Spider 29er
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treyarch69
a Downhiller
from PhilippinesDate Reviewed: August 5, 2011
Strengths: -looks great in all angles(i bought this helmet because of it)
-good protection (saves my skull once)
-decent airflow
-comes with extra linersWeaknesses: -visor went off easily
-bit pricey
-wont fit my head goodBottom Line: the best trail/AM helmet i used by far.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At: kings bike shop
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dsnow23
a Cross Country Rider
from Mill ValleyDate Reviewed: August 3, 2011
Strengths: Big vents, more rear protection than most helmets, better style than most helmets, fits my big noggin.Weaknesses: None.Bottom Line: If it didn't save my life, it certainly save me a lot of medical bills. Went over the bars after a bad landing. Landed head and shoulder first then rolled a couple of times. The helmets a little dented, but my head is pretty much the only part of my body that isn't sore right now. Hope to get a new one by the time I'm able to ride again.
Favorite Trail: 3rd divide
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$80.00
Similar Products Used: lots
Bike Setup: rip9
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rocket66
a Weekend Warrior
from barrieDate Reviewed: May 14, 2011
Strengths: Its really like you forget your wearing it... yes that comfortabe. maybe the best looking helment on the market aswell.Weaknesses: I'd hear the whisle at steady spead..Bottom Line: Comfort is everything and this lid has it...I do hear weight issues from other riders but really I don't notice.
Favorite Trail: 7&8 line Oro
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: Bike show
Similar Products Used: Specialized
Bike Setup: Cannondale RZ120-4 - 2010
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david_asulin
a Cross Country Rider
from san joseDate Reviewed: February 16, 2011
Strengths: He helmet is good but there is a wight issue:
Please read all about it here:
http://bikestuffreview.blogspot.com/2011/02/fox-flux-helmet-review.html
Weaknesses: Weight. Visor.Bottom Line: He helmet is good but it's heavy:
Please read all about it here:
http://bikestuffreview.blogspot.com/2011/02/fox-flux-helmet-review.html
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Similar Products Used: Giro Hex, Hen
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Submitted by
tal
a Weekend Warrior
from IsraelDate Reviewed: January 19, 2011
Strengths: my lifeguard. I ran the ultimate test - fail on my head, toth broken, neck was stiff for a week, my head in once piece and the helmet was broken :) it pass the ultimate test - protect y head. I got myself a new one with full trust.
it also has great fitting system.Weaknesses: none as long as it concerns me.Bottom Line: trustfull product.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At: local shop
Similar Products Used: Rudy Project helmet
Bike Setup: Giant Reign X
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