Pedal Friendly Full Face Helmet Roundup
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Pedal-friendly full face helmets are a concept first introduce many years ago with the first Giro Switchblade. With the progression of enduro bikes, eMTBs and riders pushing faster and harder than ever, the enduro helmet or lightweight full face helmet category has been on fire, and we like it. We’ve spent lots of time in many of these helmets over the last couple years and wanted to put this roundup together to showcase a few helmets that we think are worth checking out. We have found ourselves opting for these lightweight full face helmets below for our long eMTB days, aggressive enduro rides, epic backcountry shuttles, or when we’re just looking for an extra bit of warmth on cooler winter rides.
MEET THE HELMETS
0:42 | Fox Proframe | Get it Now: alnk.to/dpk5Rxs
1:06 | IXS Trigger FF | Get it Now: alnk.to/4XnIOBW
1:37 | Troy Lee Designs Stage MIPS | Get it Now: alnk.to/7WWBuFI
1:59 | Smith Mainline | Get it Now: alnk.to/7M1QvYK
2:27 | Kali Invader | Get it Now: alnk.to/2FtS4zi
3:05 | 7IDP Project.23 Carbon | Get it Now: alnk.to/dL9BS71
3:45 | THE KNITTY GRITTY
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@matissebeck265
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been riding mtb for about 3 years now and I’ve just started to do serious jumps, I should need to buy a better helmet now but the nice ones are just so expensive. Anyway I subscribed and I would love to win one!
@rgkacademy4270
3 жыл бұрын
Love your content
@austindaly6936
3 жыл бұрын
I NEED A FULL FACE HELMET BAD!!!I know it's a great investment but the cost is what holds be back ,which then holds my riding back!!
@vg1979
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video! Perfect timing as I've been researching for the best full face helmet and I love the Kali (XL) design and I was very happy to see it on your list of selections with the pros and cons! I think it's well suited for my style, I'm mostly XC riding with my Trek Fuel Ex 8 in Arizona, but I'm certainly becoming more aggressive in my riding and enjoying the speed of going downhill... This is a great start to see this episode on Loam Wolf with very helpful and excellent informative details from professional riders opinions! Thanks 👍 and looking forward to knowing when the winner will be announced!!!! Wish me luck 🤞
@rockinfreemtb376
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review. Helps narrow choices a little beater for a full face helmet.
I'm getting that Kali helmet just to pedal around the street. I do what I want.
@TiimBow
3 жыл бұрын
no cap , what a boss I love it
@sujectftw5162
3 жыл бұрын
Ok
@camtwan1
3 жыл бұрын
I mean it'll probably come in handy if a car decides to hit you
@cianmellerick177
2 жыл бұрын
what a fucking waste😂 you do you though man, gonna have some people staring but fuck em
@aldoramonz
2 жыл бұрын
@@cianmellerick177 I actually got a POC helmet in Pink :D
I'll take a double D-ring strap over FidLock on a full face any day of the week! So much easier to get on/off and adjust a DD.! You guys really need to learn how to use DD! Fidlock always slips and has to be readjusted which is really annoying. DD gets set and stays, its also a lot faster to get on and off compared to FidLock, just pull the release-strap until the button on the end of the strap, hold the strap with the thumbs against the chin guard as you pull the helmet off. to put the helmet on, hold the strap with your thumbs at the chin guard, put the helmet on, pull on the strap to secure. Done! No fiddeling or readjusting! Yes, Fidlock is to put on, but it's allways a lot of fiddeling around to get the strap the right length and the lock itself always gets into the middle of the throat which is annoying (DD stays on the side) and if you ride with a jacket with a zipper, the magnet connects to the zipper. Aaaargh! Extra rubber bands and stuff doesn't prevent adjustment sag on FidLock ieither and makes adjusting even more fiddely! (Yes, I have helmets with both closure systems)
I've just started riding downhill stuff and I've definitely in need of a full face ! And I'm in 40s so saftey is on my mind a lot
Coming from motorcycle world, Double D loop is one of the best things for adjust ability where you easily lose focus if something doesn't fit perfectly. The only issue is if you crash, it can be harder to remove, this is my only concern!
@happygiraffe9787
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, and also the strongest and most reliable.
Our family tried downhill for the first time this year.... in our trail helmets. We’ve been looking into what we want for full face ever since. This video was really helpful as the proframe and trigger are helmets that we are interested in. Our 5 year old son wears a full face helmet almost exclusively just because he “thinks it’s cool” which is fine by us.
@kokopellione
2 жыл бұрын
When I was younger I got a full face exactly for that reason, it comes with it's cons but it's very protective.
I ride the TLD Stage and I love it. It's light, stylish and has that adjustable visor. 10/10 so far.
@JoshStreetDesign
3 жыл бұрын
totally agree, I have 3 of them. Compared to my $700 Fly Formula Carbon and Fox V3 MX helmets, it's practically like not even wearing a helmet. LOL
@blombardo83
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it since I just bought one at my lbs. Was going to buy the ixs online but my lbs had it and I liked it right away.
I'm 39yrs old, new to mountain biking but love speed and gravity. Commute on an enduro 160 emtb. Often doing stuff that I know could result in nasty injury should I fall. Still wearing an open trail helmet because of pedalability, looking to go full face. Super useful video thanks!!!!
I’m curious why head shape (round vs. oval) isn’t generally recognized with MTB helmets. That’s a huge factor for overall fit and comfort with a helmet.
Absolutely love the Stage and wear it everywhere. Only fault Ive found after 300 miles is occasionally the visor screws work their way loose. Wouldn't hurt to have another for the lady
I've just recently came across Kali and really like what they're doing with tech, pricing, & the whole crash replacement policy. Love a lot of their matte colorways too!
Great comparison! As a fairly new rider, I’ve been looking into this style helmet for general trail riding. Even the basic trails here in Kentucky have some pretty steep and rocky terrain that would crack your head open in a hurry if you go off of the trail.
Was recently in a pretty bad accident that made me aware of how ridiculously vulnerable and exposed our faces are when riding on pretty much any style bike. Appreciate the review and looking forward to the expanding market of full face helmets. Think the direction Kali is heading in could be a great option for multiple situations including commuting, but definitely would need something more like smith for trail and DH. Thx again for the information.
The Kali looks interesting for some of my type of rides.
Love the full face for trying new trails, features and general safety
I currently own the 7IDP Project 23. Great helmet, great fit (size M). I took a very hard digger over the bars while riding pikes peak, and this helmet absolutely did it’s job the way it’s supposed to. I cracked the helmet on a hard rock surface. I reached out to 7IDP about my helmet. They offer a crash replacement program so long as you send your old one back. Great customer service and prompt. Being this company is based out of Aurora, Colorado and I’m a Colorado native I always gotta show love to local business! If you have any doubts about a helmet go with a 7IDP! Exceptional!
For long pedal days I would agree with taking the Smith, looks great
Right on guys! Love the videos. Keep them coming! I ride the Fox proframe, love that helmet.
Perfect timing! I've been looking into full face helmets recently.
The proframe and kali look sweet and really help with deciding on going full face!
I used to have a small head, but after watching some of your videos I think it got way bigger :) Lots of knowledge, thanks!
Great review! My wife wants to switch to a full face, full time. So this review is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!
Thanks for the review. Been looking at this category and this is super helpful. 👊
I decided on the 8th of October that I need a full face helmet. Right after I had my front wheel slipped out, mid high speed corner when I rolled over a painted line. I poked a hole through my lip with the tooth I broke, fractured my jaw, gave myself a decent amount of road rash, some temporary memory loss, misaligned my neck, and mechanically tore my calf muscle with a pedal. Turns out it's not a plesant thing to whip your face into the ground then slide a foot or two with adequit pressure. Destroyed the only pair of Oakley sunglasses I will ever own, as I am now disabled from a serious car wreck 20 years ago, but I'm glad it was them and not my eyeball. Helmets are important if your gonna be wild. Especially when you've got a big melon like me haha. Thanks for the vid, I was in the market for one. Cheers
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow that's crazy! glad you're alright now and good luck.
@marcussmart7673
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheLoamWolf my face looks better, my skull is still rather bruised. Today an elderly lady hurt my wrist when she shook it haha probably should get it checked.
Very helpful to see this line up. I've been in the market to finally get a full-face for a while now. Lord knows I need it! Thanks again guys.
Thanks for the good overview. I’m looking forward to riding with one of these helmets.
I've been in the market for a full face and this helped me decide a lot. Thanks!
Kali looks great and coooool for the summer cross county climbing.
I've been looking at getting a new helmet. These suggestions came at the perfect time! Thanks
Been looking at the Stage and Mainline for a while, thanks for the review!
I’ve been looking at buying that Kali. Thanks for the breakdown
I've owned a couple of helmets over the years...hands down IXS Trigger the best helmet I've owned. Super light, comfy, and durable.
@aliight7516
3 жыл бұрын
I wish i had a smaller Head :D The dreads are not helping xD
@suicideme
3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the recommendation
@EphraimSyriacus
2 жыл бұрын
@@aliight7516 I got a 61.5 cm big head. I saw the L is 58-62cm, would it fit you think?
@cassysamel3914
2 жыл бұрын
I have a young daughter with a big head. I chose the IXS trigger and the Kali Invader 2.0 bc it's 2 of the lightest and most ventilation. The Kali has more ventilation than the IXS, and feels lighter. The IXS does feel sturdier but the padding is thicker thus harder to put on and slightly warmer. I really like the quality of the IXS, but the Kali is the go to helmet 80% of the time.
Great review, I been looking into full face helmets much appreciated.
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Right on Danny. Glad you enjoyed it.
Looks like the IXS will be one I’ll definitely look for in the future!
man finally found the perfect vid for what i wanted to know... Thanx so much guys!!!!!
Thanks for the nice comparison! Def liking the maximum ventilation of the Kali from your description! Adjustable IXS seems practical as well, just wish they have different color options.
Great job guys!
I recently purchased the Fox Proframe to wear in San Antonio, TX. I have a pretty large noggin and the XL is just a tad small. I love the ventilation and the FidLok is a life changer. The extra protection of the MIPS gives me and the wifey piece-of-mind while I ride the trails around here. I like the idea of an adjustable headgear, but I’ve grown to live w the smidge tightness of the XL Fox. Good video!!
i love the the proframe, light well vented an my diablo googles fit perfectly
Awesome video! I have been in the market to do more enduro style riding. Guys did a great job of informing me about the pros and cons of each helmet before I make a decision.
All of these helmets look good! Thanks for the helpful video!🤘
Just bought the mainline with matching goggles. Can't wait to try it out!
Awesome review on the helmets! Thanks for the info.
That Kali review was the most polite and PC way to describe what we were all thinking 😂 - "screams sunglasses and full face" "older demographic who wants to protect their pearly whites while riding green trails"
Definitely getting a full face helmet for the next season! Thank you for these informative reviews. It really helps to figure out what kind of a helmet should you get. Hope I’ll win!
Thanks for the review on the helmet's! I've rode with the Met Parachute for several years now and was in the market for a new helmet. I was sad to see that they changed their design and went with a removable chin bar and also made the chin bar longer. It was and is a great helmet for it's time. The IXS looks interesting and thanks for the discount code! Always enjoy the reviews!
Dope video! Really digging the work you all are doing!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
About to make the change from local single track on my regular MTB helmet to bigger trails and parks and definitely looking to go full face now. That Kali looks like a great choice!
I've got a Red Proframe and its so comfortable, breathes so well when climbing, and it not at all noticeably heavy on my head. Will get another for sure
@matildawhitaker.
Жыл бұрын
Nice! I have the gold one because it’s the only one they had. Still nice though 👍🏿
I’ve been really needing to get a full face for the bike park days and shuttle days. Love the silver mountain bike park footage in the video!
I’ve been looking at full face helmets recently. Thank you for posting this, it was very helpful!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Great insight on those helmets. Thank you
I’ve got the fox proframe and I love it!
Love the ride and embrace the flow!!!!
Liked everything about it!
I have the smith mainline. Such a great helmet, and it’s lightweight. The airflow is so good it almost feels like I don’t have a helmet on
Love the channel and I have a big head. In need of a new full face! Thanks guys!
Currently have the proframe and love it. Great helmet for the trails here in MO with a good mix a climbing and descending.
Been look for this exact video, thanks boys, very help!
Great review guys! I've been looking into a full face and needed more insight.
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
I appreciate the review! Thanks!
That Kali looks perfect for humid NC trail rides!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Totally!
Finally a great roundup of these helmets. Thanks
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
Really need to get a full face soon! Looking a the stages, love their look
Great video, love how you differentiate the FF helmets - providing the pros and cons. I broke my Fox Proframe from a crash - not really a hard one. and a friend just drop his and broke. I am using the Troy Stage and love it!!!!
I like the IXS! Not to mention that their knee pads are awesome!!!
Loved the video guys!
Great review! Thanks
Started loving these videos lately because of how relatable you make them, I was thinking of getting a smith mainline when I need a new full face after drew helped convince me to get a new set of smith squad xl goggles and I would love to have that size small tld stage because it would help me wear a full face more often
Thanks for the information Loam Wolf. A full face is one of the things I've been thinking of picking up even though I'm mostly XC/trail riding.
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Go for it!
love the proframe
I've been deliberating on which full face to get next as my current one is reaching end of life, this was very helpful, and while I'm not certain which one I want yet I KNOW which ones I don't want!
Great vid (Kali!) Looking forward to more East Coast bike park videos!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
Great video guys - very helpful.
Great reviews guys! Thanks
Great review guys. Thanks.
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Very informative
Thanks for the review!
good review, about 2 weeks late since I bought the TLD used it twice and like it. all good choices
Great review fellas! My little shredder needs a helmet so XS TLD would be awesome.
Great review! Definitely helps narrow down some choices
Looking for my first full face helmet... so... perfect timing! :)
Thanks for the good info on the helmets
Thanks guys.. looking to go full time full face...vid awesome!
That smith is very clean!
Troy Lee stage is awesome!
That Smith Mainline thoughhhh!!!! That’s the dream helmet right there
Great reviews I already liked the IXS but was glad to learn about that Kali invader!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Great overview on these.
Great video, thanks!
just recently had a decently bad crash ( concussion and fractured wrist) and decided I'm gonna invest in a decent full face helmat so thanks for the video.
great video! exactly what i was curious about
Nice video!!...Likedthe Kali....great for Florida weather!!
Good comparison. Just considering getting one, this helps.
Good unbiased breakdown
Great in depth review, thanks Y'all!
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
great review!
Starting to get into local enduro races and have been looking into FF helmets. Thanks for the review
@TheLoamWolf
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it it. Have fun and hope this helped
Good review on some helmets I'm familiar with and a few I knew nothing about👍
Cool helmets 🔥🔥🔥