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Jan 3, 2011 | 08:30 PM

#21

badknees

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I always wear a doo rag. It keeps the inside of the helmet clean. I think that's what they are really for. IMHO

Jan 3, 2011 | 08:31 PM

#22

ord sgt

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From: Mount Laurel, N.J.

Most times, no liner of any sort under the helmet. If at my destination I know that I will be in the sun, I wear a baseball cap under the helmet. The cap helps shield my bare spot from sunburn.

Jan 3, 2011 | 08:33 PM

#23

Sleeko

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From: Eastern North Carolina

My tater's tiny so I wear a black ball cap backwards and it takes up the slack. Smells lovely too.

LoL

Jan 3, 2011 | 09:11 PM

#24

hommes

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simple and cheap solution

The problem arises from your head being in contact with the helmet liner. You need to create a space between the two. I have used a folded over and appropriately shaped piece of chicken wire to create a 1/4 in. space for smooth airflow.

I ride in some of the most fierce temperatures on the planet...120 degrees + in the CA desert and no problem. No itch, no sweat. The only drawback is that my head does get scratched once in a while.

I am looking for a material like chicken wire that I can mold to my head that would not be so hostile to my noggin.

I'm thinking there must be someone out there working in the field of areospace with a more cool solution to this problem... I'm all ears...

Jan 3, 2011 | 09:12 PM

#25

Kowan

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From: So California

No, but I do wear this when it cold.

Jan 3, 2011 | 09:19 PM

#26

CMS

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When I am not using my helmet for more than a few days (and now in winter) my wife has me put a dryer sheet in them. Keeps em smelling good.

Jan 3, 2011 | 09:20 PM

#27

Mal74

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From: Clermont, GA, CSA

Quote:

Originally Posted by badknees

I always wear a doo rag. It keeps the inside of the helmet clean. I think that's what they are really for. IMHO

+1. That's why I wear one. One of my helmet's over 10 years old and the liner looks almost new.

Jan 3, 2011 | 09:30 PM

#28

dyna rider

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From: Knoxville, Tn

Skull Cap

I, in winter, wear a skull cap like military pilots wear under their helmets. They help keep my head warm but I am not bald yet. Think they are made from cotton or a felt like material so you can just throw it in the washer. Not sure but you may find them at:

www.gibson-barnes.com

They have them..Just type in the product search window: skull caps

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