Thankfully, gone are the days of helmets being lame or un-cool. Perhaps it’s Darwinian, but people soon wised up to the idea of protecting their own intelligence. Nevertheless, we are vain creatures and no sensible cyclist wanted to look like a cotton swab. To that end, Giro gives us the Rift. Its compact size (not to mention compact price) and rugged MTB style will help you protect your consciousness while preventing any Darth Vader doppelgangery. Acu Dial fit system Compact MTB style In-mold-EPS liner, polycarbonate shell 24-cool vents Universal fit
Affordable bike helmet designed to provide cool comfort and rugged good looks
In-mold construction fuses outer shell with impact-absorbing EPS liner
Patented Acu Dial fit system provides adjustable tension independent of straps
24 cooling vents to keep your head comfortable during short and long rides
Available in such colors as black/titanium, red/black, white/titanium, blue/white, and more
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25 of 25 found the following review helpful:
Light and comfortable; awesome upgrade helmet! Jul 21, 2009
By Robert Larson Just starting biking instead of driving about 2 months ago, and needed a helmet that was comfortable, looked good, and was still affordable. After a bit of research, I learned that the better helmets were lighter, while still giving the same amount of protection. More openings in the helmet meant better air flow (so your head stays cool), lighter weight, but also a bit higher price tag.
After comparing a few helmets on Amazon in the $50 range, I decided on this one based on the look and what I perceived to be a good air flow. I've put over 300 miles on my bike so far, and I can honestly say it's easy to forget the helmet is even on. Having only worn toy-store quality hemets before, this was an incredible upgrade.
It's feather-light, and it rests on my head comfortably with an easy-to-use dial at the back for making it fit snugly. The straps looked a bit uncomfortable at first sight, but as soon as you snap the buckle together you forget they are there.
AND THE AIRFLOW! WOW!! I don't even know if that's the right word for it... but this helmet keeps my head very cool. I live in SoCal with 75-90 degree weather lately, but even with commutes as long as 20 miles, the wind rushes right through the helmet, across my head as I ride, and my head does not get hot and sweaty.
I don't know how they did it, but thank you Giro for this gift to bikers!
39 of 45 found the following review helpful:
Will not fit Extra Large Heads - WARNING!! Apr 30, 2010
By Mr. Ed Figure I'd give this helmet a try due to the light weight and very adequate venting. The design and dial in fit for the back is standard design for bicycle helmets in this price range.
HOWEVER for anyone with large heads (>60cm) be warned that this helmet will not fit you!! I have a large head which is 60.5cm, and the helmet even with the loosest dial setting in the back barely fit my head and it looked like a mushroom on top of that. The description says "universal fit", which is incorrect. Had to return it. And went with another VERY POPULAR 4 letter brand (brand sold here on Amazon and has an even bigger name in the Bike accessory industry since the invention of the telephone by the inventor Alexander Graham....) which I know has a "universal fit" that truly does have settings for even the largest heads.
BTW - I normally take a size XL with motorcycle helmets
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
1st time Giro user - Great helmet! Mar 05, 2009
By Landon Heeres This helmet has great a great fit (even for my odd shaped head). I love the quick adjuster. The vents provide great air-flow to keep you cool while riding. I am a mountain biker. I'm preparing for my first triathlon. Luckily I have no idea how well this helmet performs in an impact situation because I haven't wrecked yet. Hopefully I will never have to write a review about how well this helmet performed when I wrecked (knock on wood).
Comfortable
Sleek
Keeps you cool
Inexpensive
I highly recommend this helmet (and brand)
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Hard to ask for more Aug 24, 2008
By Bruce Gregory This is my third Giro helmet. Like the others, the Rift is light-weight, comfortable, and easy to adjust. The biggest challenge I faced was mounting my Third-eye mirror. Attached to the side of the visor the mirror works like a charm. I can't think of any way to improve the combination. Oh yes, the price is reasonable as well.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Well made product, just not the right shape for my head. Apr 06, 2011
By M. Kaainoa
"Kekailoa"
For a number of years in college, I used a cheap Bell helmet which never really fit that well, but since I didn't have money to buy a better one, I just decided to deal with it. Everyone always talked about how Giro was one of the best brands, and now years later I decided to get this Giro as I'm getting back into cycling.
The colors and materials are great. One must remember that if you overly simplify the product, it is merely fancy styrofoam with smooth plastic cosmetics and a chin strap. The straps needed a bit of playing around before it fit properly over my chin, and it seemed great. The straps stayed tight throughout my ride and was didn't bind or restrict my jaw. However, on rides more than an hour, I noticed that there was a small pain developing on the sides of my head... I call it the top "corner" of my head. Now, my head probably has a funny shape, so this is not the fault of the helmet. I was sad.
I checked out some of the helmets at my local bike shop and ended up buying a Lazer helmet because the forehead padding was better and it had enough room for my "corners" on the top of my head. The helmet is noticeably larger than the Giro, which probably has a more streamlined design, while the Lazer was large and just was made with more tolerance space for different shaped heads. I ended up returning the Giro to Amazon because I can ride for hours with the Lazer and I don't even need to take it off to fluff my hair. I don't even notice it being there. However, in terms of build and design, I believe the Giro was a better product. The Lazer was a similar $40 price tag, so it's not like I'm comparing a $40 helmet to a $100 helmet.
I would suggest checking out your local bike shop for fit before buying, and if there isn't much of a price difference, just support your local store so they don't go out of business. Helmets are like shoes and jeans, fit is more important than price and brand. Saving $5 isn't worth the pains of something that doesn't fit well if you are actually going to use the product, so place go test it before settling on something. Even within Giro's product line, depending on the "technology" they use to strap the helmet on your head, the fit changes completely. I still like the brand, and if I ever need to replace my Lazer, I'll see what Giro has to offer at that time. The expensive Giros did fit better, but I could not bring myself to spend $140 for Giro when the $40 Lazer fit just as well.
based on 48 reviews
Light and comfortable; awesome upgrade helmet! Jul 21, 2009
By Robert Larson
Will not fit Extra Large Heads - WARNING!! Apr 30, 2010
By Mr. Ed
Well made product, just not the right shape for my head. Apr 06, 2011
By M. Kaainoa
"Kekailoa"
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