My helmet is a cheap Nitro one. Had it for years and I love it. Cost about �50, feels light and fits well. Has vents which work well in summer. Overall for the price I am really happy with it. A year or so ago I purchased a smoked visor for it and that was an excellent addition in the summer really reducing the suns glare.

Its relatively quiet on runs but if I go a long way I do add ear plugs to reduce the noise further. Matched up really well with all my XT's as well so far.

I know the saying goes buy the best you can but to be honest I am more concerned over limb breaks in an off than spending crazy money but that is just me.

I recently went go karting and again this helmet was excellent and it was so nice to use your own helmet rather than the rubbish, ill fitting stuff you get handed out at these type of events.

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