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  Quote PaddleGirl Replybullet Topic: Helmet Replacement
    Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:04am
So what are all of your thoughts on helmet replacement?
 
I have a shred ready vixen that I like a lot, which I've had for a few years (though a lot of times nowadays I just wear my full face).
 
I noticed this weekend after taking two hits to the head that i have a smallish, maybe about a one inch crack.  I also noticed a little bit of a bullseye, maybe cracks, but not major damage.
 
so it's not major damage but there is some damage other than scratches.  think it should be replaced?  or are there some general rules on helmet replacement?
 
Muchas gracias.
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  Quote Ellingferd Replybullet Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:15am
Crack = replace. The crack means the helmet did its job in response to a pretty hard hit and it cracked instead of your head. If you hit that spot again, it is likely you will get hurt. 
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  Quote James Replybullet Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:30am
Crack = Replace.

Or duct tape, just kidding, don't do that, your head is worth much more alive.
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  Quote PaddleGirl Replybullet Posted: 21 May 2012 at 10:40am
yeah this is kinda what i was thinking.  thanks guys.
 
i'm gonna look awesome rockin my full face on the wenatchee.  :-)
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  Quote dave Replybullet Posted: 21 May 2012 at 12:09pm
I like the Sweet line of Helmets, kinda pricey, but really comfortable and seem to hold up to a lot of abuse.
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  Quote brig Replybullet Posted: 21 May 2012 at 7:13pm
if you like the vixen, try the Shred Ready Shaggy....a little bit more coverage than the vixen...it's like the Tdub for girls.
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  Quote NateW Replybullet Posted: 22 May 2012 at 8:59am
If you want a cheap helmet I think these are pretty nice considering they're $25
http://nextadventure.net/voz-evolution-helmet.html
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