Daytona Helmets Skull Cap DOT (Thanks Don's Cycles)
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Daytona Helmets Skull Cap DOT (Thanks Don's Cycles)
I wanted to take the time to post a review of the Daytona Helmets Skull Cap. I wanted to start by thanking Don at Don's Cycleware for providing me with the helmet.
I have been riding with a 3/4 to full face helmet for the past few years now and this was my first 1/2 helmet that I've worn. I must say that this helmet is very lightweight and comfortable. It feels like not wearing a helmet at all. I live in a state with no helmet laws and I've only ridden a couple times without a bucket of some sorts. Wearing this helmet compares to the sensation of riding without one but with the added protection.
I've had the opportunity to put a couple hundred miles on the helmet and have ridden with it everywhere: Back roads, city streets during traffic and on the highway.
This helmet does an excellent job of staying put when travelling at speed. There was a small amount of lift above 70mph but it was far less noticeable than the lift I used to experience with my 3/4 helmet at the same speed. Even cruising at 80mph on the freeway for a while, there was very minimal lift and the helmet was extremely comfortable.
The construction is very solid and they've done a great job of keeping a minimal shell diameter while still maintaining a DOT safety rating. The inner padding is very thick and stitched well, creating that comfort I mentioned earlier. The helmet also comes with an optional visor that snaps onto the front of the helmet (although I did not use this).
For me this is a great option for a lightweight 1/2 helmet that doesn't give the phallic look of many of the bulkier 1/2 helmets out there. The only drawback is the chin strap could benefit from a snap to keep the excess strap material from flapping around while riding. It was easy enough to tuck in but that would be a nice feature.
Overall, if you're looking for a solid, DOT 1/2 helmet, I would look no further than the Daytona. While I still prefer my Gringo, I can see this helmet getting quite a bit of use, especially in the hotter summer months. Again, I just wanted to thank Don at Don's Cycleware for the helmet. Below are some pics of the helmet, ignore the ugly face contained within.
I have been riding with a 3/4 to full face helmet for the past few years now and this was my first 1/2 helmet that I've worn. I must say that this helmet is very lightweight and comfortable. It feels like not wearing a helmet at all. I live in a state with no helmet laws and I've only ridden a couple times without a bucket of some sorts. Wearing this helmet compares to the sensation of riding without one but with the added protection.
I've had the opportunity to put a couple hundred miles on the helmet and have ridden with it everywhere: Back roads, city streets during traffic and on the highway.
This helmet does an excellent job of staying put when travelling at speed. There was a small amount of lift above 70mph but it was far less noticeable than the lift I used to experience with my 3/4 helmet at the same speed. Even cruising at 80mph on the freeway for a while, there was very minimal lift and the helmet was extremely comfortable.
The construction is very solid and they've done a great job of keeping a minimal shell diameter while still maintaining a DOT safety rating. The inner padding is very thick and stitched well, creating that comfort I mentioned earlier. The helmet also comes with an optional visor that snaps onto the front of the helmet (although I did not use this).
For me this is a great option for a lightweight 1/2 helmet that doesn't give the phallic look of many of the bulkier 1/2 helmets out there. The only drawback is the chin strap could benefit from a snap to keep the excess strap material from flapping around while riding. It was easy enough to tuck in but that would be a nice feature.
Overall, if you're looking for a solid, DOT 1/2 helmet, I would look no further than the Daytona. While I still prefer my Gringo, I can see this helmet getting quite a bit of use, especially in the hotter summer months. Again, I just wanted to thank Don at Don's Cycleware for the helmet. Below are some pics of the helmet, ignore the ugly face contained within.
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I was happy with the amount of noise, even at speed. I thought my 3/4 had more direct wind noise. After playing in bands for years, I am a fan of earplugs.
#4
Ive always worn novelty helmets. But something inside my head is saying get a real one. This is the one ordered a few days back. I hope I will like it as well as you do.
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