Submitted by
BokorSolo
a Weekend Warrior
from Prince William, VA, USA
Date Reviewed: December 29, 2009
Strengths: Good helmet. It does exactly what it was designed to do, protect my brain.
Weaknesses: Seems to fit a little high on my head.
Bottom Line:
This is the least favorite of all the helmets I own. I slapped on some reflective tape all over it and I use it for riding my road bike at night because I just don't care for it all that much.
Submitted by
Jacques Pienaar
a Weekend Warrior
from Santiago, Chile, SA
Date Reviewed: November 27, 2009
Strengths: Light Weight, Fits me perfectly, Adjustability, durability, ventilation
Weaknesses: None
Bottom Line:
This lid has taken some serious blows specifically comming down hill on a foreign trail, connecting the remaining part of a branch hidden behind thicker leaves. Sent me flying back off the bike, hell-of-a stiff neck but the helmet protected my pip just fine. Will totally recommend this quality product.
Submitted by
*crash*
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego
Date Reviewed: November 7, 2009
Strengths: Good fit (everyone's head shape is different)
Quick and easy adjustments
Not too hot and not too cold
Weaknesses: A little noisy when going into head wind.
Bottom Line:
The Havoc, with a $65 price point is one of the best all around helmets. Cool looking, medium priced, a good fit (depends on the shape of your head), and rugged would best describe this helmet. I did a flip going downhill after a failed attempt jumping a 3ft drop,resulting in bruised knees and shoulders and a cracked Giro Havoc! The helmet stayed in place (even with a 3" gap between my chin and the chin strap), and took the blow instead of my head! Lifesaver? Possibly. Definitely saved me a trip to the hospital! Totally recommended for the XC rider. AM, FR, & DH should use a full face (which I should have done).
Bike Setup: Intense 5.5, XTR/XT Groupo, Fox Float 32 F Series, Fox RP23, Juicy 7's, Mavic XM 719, Chris King hubs/headset
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Submitted by
ErikEngerd
a Cross Country Rider
from Breda, Netherlands
Date Reviewed: October 11, 2009
Strengths: Comfort, looks.
Weaknesses: Sweat absorption is not that good.
Bottom Line:
This is a good product. The helmet served its purpose as it prevented serious head injury at a crash. The helmet is now dented and has a crack and must be replaced. I did not suffer any head injury whatsoever thanks to this helmet.
The helmet is a bit expensive. Nevertheless, going to spend the same money again on a new Giro helmet because it has proven itself now.
Submitted by
ChicagoBoy777
a Cross Country Rider
from Miami, FL
Date Reviewed: June 7, 2009
Strengths: Fits perfect, adjustable sizing on the back. Easy to adjust in a second, very safe and sturdy
Bottom Line:
Helmet saved my life. I ate it bad on a 40 foot drop. I hit hard packed dirt with my front right side. Didn't lose consciousness. Have a little vertigo I'm getting through, but that's it. Vertigo almost gone and my helmet is still intact.
Submitted by
wick80
a Cross Country Rider
from Manhattan, KS, USA
Date Reviewed: February 6, 2009
Strengths: Fit, strength
Weaknesses: None
Bottom Line:
Never go cheap with a helmet. This helmet saved my life today when I wrecked my bike. Instead of my head getting crushed, the helmet broke apart and took the brunt of the impact. I have a headache and a bruise, but my skull is not cracked open. I will buy another Giro Havoc immediately. I am not a normal reviewer, but safety is important to me, and this helmet worked exactly as published. Very impressed. Thanks Giro!
Submitted by
gointhedistance
a Cross Country Rider
from Coon Rapids, MN, USA
Date Reviewed: July 13, 2008
Strengths: LOOKS, fit system, breath-ability, value
Weaknesses: runs a half size big in my opinion...
Bottom Line:
This is a great helmet so far. It fits well. It is fairly light, and breaths very well in my opinion. I think for the price it is one of the best helmets you can buy. GREAT VALUE. If you are thinking about a mid-level helmet for mountain biking-just go with the Havoc. Its an awesome deal.
Submitted by
dudeimanoldfart
a Weekend Warrior
from Memphis, TN
Date Reviewed: June 24, 2008
Strengths: Looks great, Fits very snug. Really keeps the sweat out of my eyes. Ha i take the helmet off and all the sweat comes dripping out.
Weaknesses: Nothing really. The one i bought, the straps don't lay down flat against my cheeks, its like they were put in backwards or something ha, but that's not a big problem for me.
Bottom Line:
Bottom line is great helmet for an awesome price. Ive seen some helmets out there that are way more expensive with the same durability. Looks awesome, feels good. Great helmet.
Bike Setup: Gary fisher wahoo disc, stock except TIME pedals.
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Submitted by
Frs1661
a Cross Country Rider
from Rochester NY
Date Reviewed: June 9, 2008
Strengths: Fairly light weight, good airflow to the cranium. Also comfortable, love the ease of adjustment of the roc-loc system!
Weaknesses: None that I found
Bottom Line:
A good all around helmet. I only replaced mine due to a semi-severe crash that put a small crack in the helmet. It almost certainly saved me from a concussion.
Had this lid for many years now without complaint. Many trees, rocks and roots this thing has sampled and not even a crack. Just this year I had the front and two side pads fall apart on me. I epoxied new velcro and cut a piece of headband as replacement which actually works better than OEM pads.
Oh yeah.....I have a melon and the XL fits my 24 3/4" dome comfortably even with cold weather gear underneath, which is why I bought it in the first place.
Submitted by
Brian
a Cross Country Rider
from Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Date Reviewed: December 3, 2007
Strengths: Roc-loc good adjustability good looks does what it is supposed to
Weaknesses: straps get a bit twisted up, but nothing major bugs fly into air vents and crawl around on my head
Bottom Line:
I've had this helmet for a long time now and it has served me really well. The Roc-Loc makes adjustability a breeze. I ride year round and being able to adjust the helmet with a hat on underneath for the ride to work, and easily adjust it for the ride home without a hat is really nice. Just tested the durability too. was clocked on the head by a parkade garage door and the helmet did its job very well and I didn't even lose consciousness! I will buy again.
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