still have doubts with flip-ups

[jhedges]

from another board.

https://www.pashnit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26013

 

[Knifemaker]

Is there a flip up that is Snell approved?

wondering......

KM

 

[tmc]

Read the thread at Pashnit this morning.

Pretty much done with the idea of modulars. Convenience is not worth messing up my ugly face.

KM: someone in that thread noted that DOT tests flip ups the same way as they do open face.

From Snell:

Why won't Snell certify some types of helmets like flip up front designs?Snell does not dismiss out of hand any helmet design that strays from the conventional. Snell does not point out any design specifications other than general requirements in our standards. We are however, always concerned with innovations and new designs that may effect the helmet's ability to protect the wearer, or in some cases the helmets potential to cause injury. At present the Foundation has not had the opportunity to test any of the flip up front type helmets for certification. We do not find any fault with these designs as long as they are used according to the manufacturers instructions and meet all of the requirements of the standard. We will also certify any size of helmet as long as it meets the same requirements as any other Snell certified helmet.

 

[Ignacio]

Is there a flip up that is Snell approved?




wondering......

KM

Talked about here and here when you search on things like snell approved flip.

 

[tmc]

Seems that Snell should update their website.

 

[Rogue]

IMHO my flip face PROBABLY isn't as safe as a full face

........... BUT.......

My FJR PROBABLY isn't as safe as my car and if I wanted to be as safe as possible I would never get out of bed.

For ME the comfort & convenience is worth the 0.001% (????) less safe helmet.

I ride with the flip up most of the time in the southwest summers and flip it down when it's cold and heading into twistys.

 

[Khunajawdge]

IMHO my flip face PROBABLY isn't as safe as a full face........... BUT.......

My FJR PROBABLY isn't as safe as my car and if I wanted to be as safe as possible I would never get out of bed.

For ME the comfort & convenience is worth the 0.001% (????) less safe helmet.

I ride with the flip up most of the time in the southwest summers and flip it down when it's cold and heading into twistys.

Just got a new to me, HJC Symax II to replace the Schuberth Concept 1 I've been wearing for the past 4 years. So far, the new HJC Symax II has surpassed the Schuberth Concept 1 in quiet, fitment and comfort. I am still willing to take the risk of owning/wearing a modular and besides, I'm not a trak star anymore! :dribble:

 

[JR'SFJR]

Previously used Shoei full face helmets, but they were hassel when I started wearing glasses. Presently on my second inexpensive HJC cl max flip up with pinlock and really like them. My old riding buddy and his wife were both wearing HJC flip ups two years ago when they hit a dog at 45 mph, landing on the pavement before skidding into a ditch. Both helmets stayed closed, but were damaged. They were lucky with only broken ribs, fingers, knee cap, tail bone, and foot. I am sure it depends on how the helmet hits the pavement. I am keeping mine!!!