Currently trying on these three helmet for fitting and comfort. So far the Troy Lee Designs (left) helmet has been my favorite for comfort, but it’s the most expensive of the 3. I really like that it’s got such a open design for good air flow and that your ears are accesible with the helmet on. I can have an earbud in one ear and take it out/pause the music without removing the helmet.
The MIPS system is present in all 3, but the Bell Super DH (middle) has the MIPS Spherical in it, which is basically a low friction layer that’s beefier than the standard MIPS E2.
I was really hoping that I would like the Bell Super DH more, but the shallow chinbar makes it feel a bit too constricting for my liking. Also, the Bell Super DH was the only helmet to come with messed up pads that were out of place and the only one that uses rubber stickers to keep its pads in place, so it definitely didn’t give me a good first impression. The TLD Stage has a button system for its pads and the 661 Reset doesn’t have removeable pads at all.
The 661 Reset MIPS (right) is definitely a solid helmet, and the most reasonably priced of the 3, but it definitely is lacking in overall comfort and breathability. That’s the main reason I started looking at these other two helmets. It’s summertime and I’d like a helmet that’s not gonna make me sweat uncontrollably every time I use it.
I have also ordered a Fox Rampage Pro Carbon which is on its way. It was on sale for 31% off and I couldn’t resist getting it to at least try it on. I’ll probably be sending back the Bell Super DH soon which is a bummer since it was honestly a pretty good deal for Norway (approx $230 including shipping).
Oh yea, all these helmets are the largest variant possible for each. My head is pretty big (61.5 - 62cm) so that also played a part in my decision since the Bell Super DH is a little on the small side even with the smaller cheek pads.