The M-1 features much of our top-of-the-line S-1's next generation technology to be one of the most advanced, best ventilated, best fitting performance helmets on the market at a more affordable price.
Submitted by
Kyle
a Cross Country Rider
from Oklahoma City, OK. USA Date Reviewed: February 2, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Womble in AR.
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Bike shop
Strengths:
I,ve had cheap helmets and good helmets. This one is the most comgortable and really keeps your head cool. The air is directed in to the helmet so you can really feel it cooling you off.
Weaknesses:
The correct fit for my head doesn't allow room for skull cap (bandana).
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Wave, Giro Havoc
Bike Setup:
Specialized Stump Jumper FSR.
Bottom Line:
Good Helmet. Buy one
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Submitted by
Warren Steele
a Cross Country Rider
from Durban, South Africa Date Reviewed: November 11, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Howick, Natal
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Evans Cycles, London
Strengths:
Comfortable, light, good ventilation, looks good, easily removable visor.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Trek Vapour
Bottom Line:
A comfortable, well ventilated helmet that fits snugly. No unneccessary movement with sideways head movement. No pressure points on longer rides. One actually forgets that the helmet is on your head.
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Submitted by
Ben S.
a
from South Florida Date Reviewed: October 13, 2002
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$99.00
Strengths:
Light, light, light. Plenty of vents keep your noggin cool. Good fit. Nice styling.
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Bell
Bottom Line:
This helmet is so much lighter and more comfortable than the Bell "basic" helmet that I used for several years. Moving at speed, you can feel the air rush throught the front vents. This helmet feels great and looks good. I hope it lasts for a long time (i.e., that I don't bash my head into a tree). I definitely recommend this helmet.
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Submitted by
Travis
a Weekend Warrior
from Groton, Ct Date Reviewed: September 14, 2002
Favorite Trail:
bluff point
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$98.00
Purchased At:
some store in SW RI
Strengths:
I like the adjustability of the fit, the "Brain Trust" really makes it fit snug. It is also lightweight
Weaknesses:
I'm always afraid that I'll catch the visor on something and rip it off.
Similar Products Used:
Some old Bell that I got on sale like 5 years ago.
Bike Setup:
Turner O2, Hope mini brakes, kris King, Race Face, Marzocchi Marathon S
Bottom Line:
I like the helmet a lot. It's lightweight and definitely fits better than my old one. I don't see that it's any cooler than my old one though. I luckily have not had a chance to crash test the helmet to see how well it protects my melon, but I'm confident that it will. I wouldn't order one via mail; I tried them on and found that I needed an extra small.
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Submitted by
DJ Papi
a Weekend Warrior
from Manila, Philippines Date Reviewed: September 8, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Tagaytay, Munti, Marat!
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Bike Shop in New Jersey
Strengths:
Light, Good Looks, Ventilation, Buckle, Fit
Weaknesses:
NONE!!!!!!!
Similar Products Used:
Giro E2, Louis Garneau Bikini V.
Bottom Line:
This should be Helmet of the Year! Really light, comfortable and looks good. Buck for buck, its worth it! If you want a helmet for racing or just simply riding your favorite trail, the Specialized M1 is it! You just simply cant go wrong!!
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Submitted by
Brian O.
a Cross Country Rider
from Norwalk, CT USA Date Reviewed: August 30, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Cranbury
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
Outdoor Sports Ctr., Wilton CT
Strengths:
Retention system keeps helmet in place over over bumps. Comfortable. Great ventilation.
Best 100 bucks I spent this year. 100% cooler than my last(old) helmet. Buy this helmet if you want to stay cool. 4 1/2 flaming pooh's, only cuz I'm no helmet expert and there may be something better out there. Also - you never know how good a helmet is till you break it.
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Submitted by
dee
a Weekend Warrior
from spartanburg,sc,usa Date Reviewed: April 22, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Strengths:
light, cool, and strong. good warranty
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
giro venture, trek vapor
Bottom Line:
sweet helmet
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