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Old 30 May 2008
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Best helmet I have had, apart from the earlier Caberg model. I think they are terrific value for money. Now I'm waiting to see how they rate with this new UK rating scheme. I certainly dont think that the more you pay the better you get....This 100 pound (sorry no pound sign on this French keyboard) helmet is good.
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Had this helmet for just over a week now
It is definitely a good buy. It is considerably quieter than other helmets in the same price range and the fit is perfect!

My only complaint is the venting. It is not the best but then when it is hot I guess you just flip open the front and ride off laughing at yourself for not realising earlier!


The internal visor is very good and easy to use while moving and the main visor seals well. Only been tested in light rain so far but no leaks!
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Another alternative is the AGV 'Long Way' helmet (I know, the names a bit cheesy) But they come in different colours to the E+C ones. I have just purchased a white and black one, approx £120 or less, initial feelings are good, it seems comfy and it doesn't mist up easily(I wear glasses). I will give it a good testing next week on a trip to Northern Ireland, weather forecast looks like the helmet testing type
I also tried the new flip front from Nolan (N103 Classic-N-Com), it was way to close to my face, very claustrophobic


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Just posted all this on another thread but have to say I'm pretty impressed too. I tried 4 flip-fronts on; Caberg Trip, AGV Longway, HJC Max something, and a £50 thing called a Concept.

The Caberg was the only one that fitted; in my experience, you have to try on a helmet before you buy.

Just used it for a four and a half day trip from the UK to the Harz mountains in Germany. 1200 miles including 370 miles of mostly autobahn on the last day (on a Bonneville btw).

The only hassle I had was the gaps by the ears which made it noisy. I stuffed them with two soft dishcloths which made them more comfortable and quieter.

I believe they're made in Italy so I don't know why the UK is the only place you can find them.

Happy trails.

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i got a trip to replace the V2 i scraped on the floor. cant fault it for the price, its comfy, light etc etc i know i'll never get a fullface without the internal sunvisor after having a couple with the feature.
oh & the matt titanium matches my exhaust
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We sell them in our place for £99... You cant complain at that price.

They have a flip down tint visor too which is very nifty. It doesnt feel as well put together as some of the expensive models but they are 2-3 times the price..

We sell loads and have nothing but praise. Infact, i just got one for a friend and hes made up with it.

They also make a bluetooth version for an extra £30. Great for listening to your tunes or GPS while on the go.

Also, you can buy them in the USA. I rode with a guy from Kansas who had one.
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I bought mine and drove through both snow and deserts - it's fantastic. An utter bargain at the price too. The sun visor is not only brilliant in the direct sun, but acts very well when the visor gives up under severe rain (steaming up).

Plus, it makes you look like a helicopter pilot. Bad ass
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i got a trip to replace the V2 i scraped on the floor. cant fault it for the price, its comfy, light etc etc i know i'll never get a fullface without the internal sunvisor after having a couple with the feature.
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hi we sell caberg helmets in nz adwertize in kiwirider Amazing helmets ph 0272728269
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Hi there Howie. I wear a Caberg trip because it was the only helmet I could find that allowed me to wear glasses and did not feel as though the sides of the helmet were pressing the stays of my glasses into the side of my face. I have used it in thunder storms and torrential downpours and fog and mist.

It does mist up slightly in the rain but I find that if I leave the visor open a crack this mist disappears. It is noisy (wind noise) but only over 60. On the plus side it fits like a glove, it is affordable and the sun visor is brilliant. My only real gripe is the cost of replacement visors. (25 quid or 25% of the initial helmet cost!)

As has been noted it is like all equipment, very subjective, and what works for one may not work for another, this works for me.

I will be buying another Caberg trip when it is time for a replacement.

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I certainly dont think that the more you pay the better you get....

my paid-a-lot-of-money-for Arai never mists up, ever. it's also very quiet.

you do sometimes/often get better if you pay more.
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Nearly ordered one of these for £79.99 but luckily tried it on first.

Found it to be fairly heavy and it didnt work with my glasses plus the sun visor when down cut my vision in half so I effectivly had a shaded horizon.

On the plus side it looked pretty well made so I guess if it fits then fair enough
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i've taken up wearing earplugs in my trip as its too noisey, plus they do mist up badly. its a good summer lid though i'd say.
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