So long story short I took a spill at Diablo this weekend and knocked myself out. I didn't come to and was out for an extended period of time. This happen approximately 3 in the afternoon, I don't remember anything until the following morning despite the fact I was up and moving around after going to the hospital.
I was just curious to hear people's thoughts on what type of helmet to use for DH racing. The accident happened in a D2 which is damaged to the point where I need to get a new helmet so I'm debating what to get. So everyone knows where I'm coming from I race in the Pro class (not to brag or anything), and I would consider myself to be faster then 95% of the people on the mountain, or something right around there. I've been racing for a number of years and feel that I'm a very controlled and skilled rider. I don't fall often, and typically when I do I'm pushing it and often at a high speed. I would say because of my ability level I'm typically moving at a good clip unless the trail is super slow and techy to begin with. Because of that I'm currently leaning towards a moto helmet. I've heard they can be more dangerous at slower speeds, but I feel like I would rather have a little more pain on a slower fall and have more protection where it is really needed. What are your guys thoughts?
I was just curious to hear people's thoughts on what type of helmet to use for DH racing. The accident happened in a D2 which is damaged to the point where I need to get a new helmet so I'm debating what to get. So everyone knows where I'm coming from I race in the Pro class (not to brag or anything), and I would consider myself to be faster then 95% of the people on the mountain, or something right around there. I've been racing for a number of years and feel that I'm a very controlled and skilled rider. I don't fall often, and typically when I do I'm pushing it and often at a high speed. I would say because of my ability level I'm typically moving at a good clip unless the trail is super slow and techy to begin with. Because of that I'm currently leaning towards a moto helmet. I've heard they can be more dangerous at slower speeds, but I feel like I would rather have a little more pain on a slower fall and have more protection where it is really needed. What are your guys thoughts?