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Specialized 02 M1 Helmet Older Helmets


  • Average Rating: 4.86/5
  • MSRP: $ 99.99
  • # of Reviews: 7

Product Description

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.


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Reviews 1 - 7 (7 Reviews Total)

User Reviews

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Kyle a Cross Country Rider from Oklahoma City, OK. USA

Date Reviewed: February 2, 2003

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).

Bottom Line:   
Good Helmet. Buy one

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Favorite Trail:   Womble in AR.

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $90.00

Purchased At:   Bike shop

Similar Products Used:   Specialized Wave, Giro Havoc

Bike Setup:   Specialized Stump Jumper FSR.


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Warren Steele a Cross Country Rider from Durban, South Africa

Date Reviewed: November 11, 2002

Strengths:    Comfortable, light, good ventilation, looks good, easily removable visor.

Weaknesses:    None

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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Favorite Trail:   Howick, Natal

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $90.00

Purchased At:   Evans Cycles, London

Similar Products Used:   Trek Vapour



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Ben S. a from South Florida

Date Reviewed: October 13, 2002

Strengths:    Light, light, light. Plenty of vents keep your noggin cool. Good fit. Nice styling.

Weaknesses:    None so far.

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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Duration Product Used:   3 months

Price Paid:    $99.00

Similar Products Used:   Bell



Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Travis a Weekend Warrior from Groton, Ct

Date Reviewed: September 14, 2002

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.

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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Favorite Trail:   bluff point

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $98.00

Purchased At:   some store in SW RI

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


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by DJ Papi a Weekend Warrior from Manila, Philippines

Date Reviewed: September 8, 2002

Strengths:    Light, Good Looks, Ventilation, Buckle, Fit

Weaknesses:    NONE!!!!!!!

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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Favorite Trail:   Tagaytay, Munti, Marat!

Duration Product Used:   6 months

Price Paid:    $90.00

Purchased At:   Bike Shop in New Jersey

Similar Products Used:   Giro E2, Louis Garneau Bikini V.



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by Brian O. a Cross Country Rider from Norwalk, CT USA

Date Reviewed: August 30, 2002

Strengths:    Retention system keeps helmet in place over over bumps. Comfortable. Great ventilation.

Weaknesses:    Nonsofar.

Bottom Line:   
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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Favorite Trail:   Cranbury

Duration Product Used:   3 months

Price Paid:    $100.00

Purchased At:   Outdoor Sports Ctr., Wilton CT

Similar Products Used:   Bell

Bike Setup:   Specialized 99 A1 FS Comp Rockhopper HT. Shimano 545 pedals. Oury grips. Specialized Body Geometry seat.


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by dee a Weekend Warrior from spartanburg,sc,usa

Date Reviewed: April 22, 2002

Strengths:    light, cool, and strong. good warranty

Weaknesses:    none

Bottom Line:   
sweet helmet

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Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $100.00

Similar Products Used:   giro venture, trek vapor




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