[SnowMan365]

I'm trying to get an idea of the best helmets/ pads/ protective gear out there right now. I figure i would get a better result here than just doing a Google search, or looking at some shady positive online gear reviews.

So if you rock helmets and pads i was wondering?....

What kind/brand of gear do you use?

What makes it better than the other products out there?

Whats the best brand or product out there thats a good mix of bargain/style/function?

Is there any common problems with gear that i should watch out for?

 

[sstalder5]

I figure i would get a better result here than just doing a Google search.

 

[jonKranked]

So if you rock helmets and pads i was wondering?....

What kind/brand of gear do you use?

FedEx bubble wrap

What makes it better than the other products out there?

I spray paint it gold

Whats the best brand or product out there thats a good mix of bargain/style/function?

Easy Cheese

Is there any common problems with gear that i should watch out for?

rectal warts

 

[eaterofdog]

The lounge is like going to the mall in the 90s.

 

[Mr Jones]

I'm trying to get an idea of the best helmets/ pads/ protective gear out there right now. I figure i would get a better result here than just doing a Google search, or looking at some shady positive online gear reviews.

So if you rock helmets and pads i was wondering?....

What kind/brand of gear do you use?

What makes it better than the other products out there?

Whats the best brand or product out there thats a good mix of bargain/style/function?

Is there any common problems with gear that i should watch out for?

First off, welcome to Ridemonkey

Second. We need some more info. More specifically, what kind of riding do you do?

DH (downhill)
XC (cross country)
AM (all mountain = mix of xc and light DH)
FR (free ride)
Trails (crazy bust a nut stunts)
BMX
etc...

 

[ICEBALL585]

What makes it better than the other products out there?

I spray paint it gold

I prefer silver spray paint instead of gold... I'm not gangsta enough for the bling of gold

 

[eaterofdog]

I spray paint it gold

Jon is channeling Ed Gein.

 

[dante]

The piece of safety equipment I use most is booze. It's far more effective than any helmet or protective padding I've ever used. Think about it, the drunk driver is almost never killed in the accident due to going limp and not actively trying to protect themselves. So when riding, I follow the same principle; the more drunk you are, the safer you'll be. Screw helmets, a fifth of JD will keep me alive *and* happy.

 

[Silver]

Whatever fits you.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

DH (downhill)
XC (cross country)
AM (all mountain = mix of xc and light DH)
FR (free ride)
Trails (crazy bust a nut stunts)
BMX
etc...

Aren't all those categories, except BMX, just different styles of mountain bikes that all use the same trails ?

Effin marketing companies.

 

[-BB-]

Aren't all those categories, except BMX, just different styles of mountain bikes that all use the same tails ?

Effin marketing companies.

So are you saying that one would use the same gear DH'ing as they would doing XC?

Btw, I'm in Marketing

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

So are you saying that one would use the same gear DH'ing as they would doing XC?

Btw, I'm in Marketing

My AM/XC leopard print thong is the same one I wear for DH.

 

[skibunny24]

only the first page, yet so much win.


and yes, whatever fits and allows the most freedom of motion. It's different for everyone.

 

[ICEBALL585]

A bucket can work in a pinch...

 

[jimmydean]

All of it.

 

[JayBear]

from what I can tell, just wear pajamas and a neck brace.

 

[Da Peach]

belt and suspenders.

 

[Dartman]

POC Bones Knee/Shin and Elbow Guards.

POC Spine VPD Tee.

I've thoroughly tested these and can say they work very well.

A little pricey but not nearly as much as orthopedic surgery.

For helmet I'm wearing a HJC moto lid. I can't afford pretty graphics and carbon fiber.

 

[max.broman]

Gotta love Six Six One gear. Looks great, holds up to lots of abuse. And great customer service. Lost a screw for my 661 helmet, they sent me new hardware for free.

 

[dante]

POC Bones Knee/Shin and Elbow Guards.

POC Spine VPD Tee.

I've thoroughly tested these and can say they work very well.

A little pricey but not nearly as much as orthopedic surgery.

For helmet I'm wearing a HJC moto lid. I can't afford pretty graphics and carbon fiber.

Gotta love Six Six One gear. Looks great, holds up to lots of abuse. And great customer service. Lost a screw for my 661 helmet, they sent me new hardware for free.

-rep coming your way for ruining this thread with rational responses...

 

[Dartman]

-rep coming your way for ruining this thread with rational responses...

LOL!! Sorry forgot it was the Lounge.

 

[dante]

LOL!! Sorry forgot it was the Lounge.

And ya think the OP is related to this poster? Similar content, similar requests, and a username with "snow" in it somehow...

If they're going to try to utilize teh monkey for product research, the least they could do is be upfront and honest about it. Maybe come on and add something to the community instead of just trying to surreptitiously start a design study in the lounge...

 

[Dartman]

And ya think the OP is related to this poster? Similar content, similar requests, and a username with "snow" in it somehow...

If they're going to try to utilize teh monkey for product research, the least they could do is be upfront and honest about it. Maybe come on and add something to the community instead of just trying to surreptitiously start a design study in the lounge...

True. Wasn't really paying attention.

 

[Jim Mac]

Got my son one of these them there helmitz, keeps the critters away!

 

[I Are Baboon]

LOL @ people who wear helmets and pads. Maybe if you knew how to actually ride a bike you wouldn't need them.

 

[jonKranked]

oh, tapout makes some really sweet gear too. same with affliction.

 

[Jim Mac]

oh, tapout makes some really sweet gear too. same with affliction.

With tapout, your musckles ARE the pads!