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Giro Xen Helmet | $119.32
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Giro Xen

BikeRadar verdict

5 out of 5 stars

"The definitive trail classic proves its immense worth once again"

By Jenn Hopkins

Giro’s rugged trail lid is light enough to cope with cross-country duties as well as tougher stuff. This is a classic all-day trail helmet that's extremely comfortable.

The straightforward ratchet does a grand job of spreading pressure all the way around the head so that there are no hot spots. The availability of three sizes means you should get a good fit.

Strap buckles stayed firmly in place throughout testing and are easy to adjust even with gloves on, while the POV peak and its 15 degrees of adjustment shrugged off rain and sunshine equally well and can be pushed right out of the way when you need to focus on the trail ahead.

The thick pads soak up the sweat from your brow effectively, and although vents are restricted to a pretty minimalist 10, they actually do a grand job of keeping you cool. Coverage is broad and styling rounded to avoid any snags should you ever scrape your head across the floor.

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  • User review of Giro Xen Helmet

    Unimpressed, doubly unimpressed for the price. Niggly designs ruin it. I dont understand why it gets the fantastic reviews. Yes it cups your head nicely and is full of vent holes, but arent all helmets? You will sweat exercising but it is product design that should mange it for you. With the Xen, the sweat collects in the sweat band so that if you look even slightly down, sweat pours out of a hole at the front (as is intended in the design). Then pours it in a stream between your eyes. Its not just me, my friends does the same. A small locating ring snapped and rendered the whole helmet useless. The locking system now dosent work. It is clearly very poor design. On the rear is two finger presses to tighten the locking system to your head. These come off as they are held by two insignificant tabs in place. Very, very poor detail design.I had a giro Indicator for £25 that worked flawlessly and protected me in a crash. Dont waste your money.

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  • User review of Giro Xen Helmet

    Works great for me. Had to put two squares of velcro each side of the visor near the pivot, as the visor did wobble otherwise. No other problems and a pleasure to wear.

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  • User review of Giro Xen Helmet

    Tried on a Xen and something nasty dug into the back of my head, tried on a Hex and it fitted wonderfully - also much cheaper.

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  • User review of Giro Xen Helmet

    Seems a pretty good helmet to me, it's saved me and looks great too. Count me, the owner of a pin sized head, a fan.

    I've posted a [url=http://www.muddymoles.org.uk/2008/07/giro_xen_helmet.html]Giro Xen helmet review[/url] myself on the Muddymoles website which may (or may not) be helpful!

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Specification

Name:
Xen Helmet
Built by:
Giro
Price:
$119.32
Available Colours:
Black, Black/Blue, Black/Pink, Bronze, Brown, Matt Olive, Matte Black, Matte Gunmetal, Matte Sepia, Metallic Grey, White, White/Acid Green
Available In (Mens/Womens):
Mens, Womens
Sizes Available:
L, M, S
Fastening Type:
RockLoc 4 System
Shell Material:
Plastic
Helmet Sizes Available:
Large 59-63cm, Medium 55-59cm, Small 51-55cm
Description:
Wind Tunnel Technology
MPN:
CG912089
Weight (g):
300 g
No of Vents:
17
Visor Adjustablility:
15 Degrees

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