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Columns 2007 Components Aero Helmet Buyer's Guide

The USAT requires a helmet that meets or exceeds the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).  Only the following aero helmets meet that standard as of the date of this article:

 

 

KED Time Trial Helmet – MSRP $134.95

 

Pure Aerodynamics for the fastest among the fast racers! With back of the head reinforcement and buckle clip with raster and quick adjustment. Manufactured in iM-TEC process to join body and shell and make them virtually inseparable.

 

http://www.ked-helmsysteme.com/index.php5?loc=produkt&pos=rad&lang=en&id=41

 

KED Time Trial Helmet Short – MSRP $129.95

 

The helmet for time trial racer! Short, useful shape. With iM-TEC system, buckle clip with raster and back of the head reinforcement and QuickSave stepless adjustment system.

 

http://www.ked-helmsysteme.com/index.php5?loc=produkt&pos=rad&lang=en&id=41

 

 

LAS Chrono – MSRP $240.00

 

DESIGN: long tear drop shaped tail gives maximum aerodynamic advantage.

 

ADJUSTMENT: single size adjustment from 54 to 61cm.

 

VENTILATION: innovative internal ventilation system thanks to the ventilation slits in the internal shell.

 

INTERIOR: inside padding made of removable and washable Coolmax.

 

WEIGHT: 400 grams.

 

http://www.trialtir-usa.com/2007-las/crono/crono-mp.htm

 

 

Lazer Chrono 3 – MSRP $190.00

 

Technical specifications:

Intended usage • Racing

Shell • In mold (6 pieces)

Ventilation • 19 vents

Retention System • NEW! Rollsys (patent pending)

Approvals
• CE
• CPSC


Additional features
• RBS : Rigid cage for multi-impact protection
• Front and rear divider
• Coolmax pads
• 1 set extra pads
• Helmet bag
• Genesis Blue Silver : with team stickers

Sizes available
• XXS - M
• L - XL

Weight • 300

 

http://www.lazerhelmets.com/site/en/cycling/detail.asp?type=0&cid=146&cat=0&item=1

 

Limar Crono – MSRP $199.95

 

Performance Road Time trial Helmet - Legal for use in all events

3 Airvents

 

Pro System 2 Retention System: Micrometric retention system developed for demanding cyclist.

 

Extra light " Only 300 grams", compact and the fit is easily adjusted with one hand, even while riding.

 

Double In-Mold Production Process which fuses the external microshell to the polystyrene lining of the helmet, which guarantees a higher level of safety and optimum quality.

 

Includes a soft, washable pad that stops the chin strap from irritating your skin.

 

http://www.limarhelmets.com/eng/index.htm

 

Louis Garneau Rocket – MSRP $179.99

 

Features include:

Adjustable SpiderLock Elite for increased comfort

Ergobuckle

Sealed Air dry padding

Weight - 419g

4 vents

Carry bag

Certifications include CPSC, ASTM, and CEN


Sizes:

S (52-56cm; 20.5-22.0in)

M (56-59cm; 22-23.25in)

L (59-62cm; 23.25-24.375in)

Available colors:

Atlantis/Silver

Riveted

Black/White

 

http://www.louisgarneau.com/usa/sum_catalog.asp?catalogue=SU7

 

Louis Garneau Chrono – MSRP $89.99

 

Features:

Adjustable SpiderLock Elite for increased comfort

Ergobuckle

Sealed AirDry pads

Weight - 348g

7 vents

Certifications include CPSC, ASTM, and CEN

Sizes:

S (52-56cm; 20.5-22.0in)

M (56-59cm; 22-23.25in)

L (59-62cm; 23.25-24.375in)

 

http://www.louisgarneau.com/usa/sum_catalog.asp?catalogue=SU7

 

 

Rudy Project Syton Open – MSRP $140.00

 

The Rudy Project Syton is designed for time trials and is the result of targeted research aimed at total airflow control. Maximum perfection in every detail and an exclusive design establish Syton as a technical breakthrough in the helmet world.

14 Vents- Flow through ventilation

RSR Micro-adjustable and removable

360 Comfort Head Ring- Removable

In-Mold Technology

Small/Medium

Weight: 12.25 oz/ 348g

Head size: 54-58 cm

Large

Weight: 12.25 oz/ 348g

Head size: 58-61cm

 

http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/products/helmets/syton.htm

 

 

Rudy Project Syton Supercomp – MSRP $180.00

 

The Rudy Project Syton is designed for time trials and is the result of targeted research aimed at total airflow control. Maximum perfection in every detail and an exclusive design establish Syton as a technical breakthrough in the helmet world.  The Supercomp comes with a performance shield and performance bionic wings.

14 Vents- Flow through ventilation

RSR Micro-adjustable and removable

360 Comfort Head Ring- Removable

In-Mold Technology

Small/Medium

Weight: 12.25 oz/ 348g

Head size: 54-58 cm

Large

Weight: 12.25 oz/ 348g

Head size: 58-61cm

 

http://www.rudyprojectusa.com/products/helmets/syton.htm

 

Spiuk Kronos – MSRP $230.00

 

The retention system is Spiuk’s innovative COMPACTFIX technology allowing for millimetric precision in adjusting the tension. The Kronos also features a padded chinstrap and one-piece internal padding (both removable/washable), and the same uncompromising degree of comfort of our popular Nexion and Zirion helmets.

 

Weight 390 grams

 

Size: One size: M/L, fits 53-61cm (20.87-24.02")

 

http://www.spiukusa.com/prod01-helmets/Kronos/index.html

 


          



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Wednesday, April 04, 2007

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