Question for 1/2 and 3/4 helmet guys.

[grendl]

I typically wear a full face Arai especially for long runs.Last year I bought a Scorpian 3/4 as sometimes it's just too hot. It comes with a full ,below the chin face shield that can be adjusted up or down,an internal flip down shades and a visor that can be swapped with the face shield. The change is easy but I use the face shield in the up position until it rains or whatever Colorado throws that day.. The ratchets are strong enough that it doesnt come down at speed and the internal shade has enough room I can wear shades under it while it's down so your glasses will probably work well behind the shade.

[stevenolts]

I would like to find a 3/4 helmet that feels naked like a 1/2 helmet with sunglasses
there must be something like that. I love the feel of the wind but I feel like I am risking my life. I wear all the gear but still have a 1/2 helmet which defeats most of the purpose of the gear.
stevenolts

[stevenolts]

I have the Scorpion EXO-CT2200 it is very nice with the shield down / but not with sun glasses
stevenolts

[grendl]

I have the Scorpion EXO-CT2200 it is very nice with the shield down / but not with sun glasses
stevenolts

I dont know the model of mine. IF I remember I'll check it and post back...

[53driver]

I guess the trick is to find gear you are comfortable in.
I've worn a full face since I started riding - Shoei RF 1100, now 1200. Fits my head beautifully and I never think that I don't want to wear it.
If your gear is not comfortable, you won't wear it and if you do, it detracts from your "Disney experience" whilst riding - not cool.
Get properly fitted, buy once, cry once, then enjoy.
Cheers,
Steve

[tenxxx]

Ribs, shoulder blade and elbow damage from my little mishap. My half helmet kept my hair intact.
Was wearing a long sleeve shirt to protect me from the sun. Got road rash right through that.
The rest of your body doesn't have the protection of a helmet. But you can always suit up with safety gear.
You can roll over in bed and do serious damage to your neck and back.
Now I lay me down to sleep.

[F6Dave]

Some riders focus on the helmet so much that they forget about the rest of their body. I had my first accident a few years ago, and the body armor in my mesh jacket took a lot more impact then the helmet. Not only that, in hot weather it's more comfortable than riding in a t-shirt.

[stevenolts]

I wear the following

extreme cold - 85 (rain or shine no changing gear)
Klim Overland Jacket
Klim Traverse Pants
Firstgear 12V Heated Jacket Liner
Klim Element Long Gloves
Schuberth C3 Helmet

over 80
Klim Induction Jacket
Rukka AirAll Pants
Dainese Drake Super Air Tex Pants
Scorpion EXO-CT220
Bell Pit Boss Helmet

I always try to wear the gear / unless I am just running up the street no highway (not good)
Stevenolts

[tenxxx]

Once I realized how much control I dont have over most things
I stopped obsessing and use what feels comfy.
Life is fun again.