Lazer
I was struck on the back of my head by the side mirror of a speeding moving van; a DUI hit and run at 7:30 a.m. no less. I was knocked out and tossed off my bike into the dirt on the side of the road, landing on the top of my head. I have no doubt that the blow from the truck would have been fatal had I not had a quality MIPS helmet; the second blow may not have been fatal, but it sure would not have been good. My Lazer Z1 helmet absorbed the blows well enough so that when I gathered myself, I was foggy, but not badly concussed. Other parts of my body did not fare as well, but at least I didn't get my head staved in.
I have an oval-shaped head, and this fit well. The retention strap turner on the top took a bit to get used to, but worked well. It is very light and well ventilated. I got the little red flashing light for the back, but that seemed more of a gimmick and I would not do so again. Don't count on it to replace a bike-mounted high intensity light. I don't think it was bright enough to even augment one.
My collision happened just outside of Lazer's 3-year Crash Replacement Program's timeline, but I sent them an email stating the above story with photos, and told them that I wasn't looking for their deal, only that I was thanking them for such a good product. They immediately gave me the 50% off for a new helmet. I immediately got a new Lazer G1.
Great customer service! I'm sold on this brand - the cost is irrelevant considering the cost of what could have been.
I�ve got several hundred miles of road cycling in, using this helmet, in both warm and cold (freezing) temperatures. Overal it�s comfortable and light enough so you�re not really conscious of it- a good thing. I liked the idea of the Kineticore approach, having been a MIPS user and fan for a couple of years. This helmet doesn�t disappoint in any major way. In the colder temps I do find the fit a bit snug when wearing a thicker hat. I�m a medium in a variety of helmet brands, with the Lazer Strava K'core, the winter hat takes the adjustment to the outer limit. Comfy for me 7 1/4�, but perhaps not ideal for 7 3/8�+. Just my opinion.
I�m happy with this purchase, as always, BTD customer service is the best.
I�ve got several hundred miles of road cycling in, using this helmet, in both warm and cold (freezing) temperatures. Overal it�s comfortable and light enough so you�re not really conscious of it- a good thing. I liked the idea of the Kineticore approach, having been a MIPS user and fan for a couple of years. This helmet doesn�t disappoint in any major way. In the colder temps I do find the fit a bit snug when wearing a thicker hat. I�m a medium in a variety of helmet brands, with the Lazer Strava K'core, the winter hat takes the adjustment to the outer limit. Comfy for me 7 1/4�, but perhaps not ideal for 7 3/8�+. Just my opinion.
I�m happy with this purchase, as always, BTD customer service is the best.
After measuring my head at 58 cm I ordered the medium (55-59 cm), which is what I have in other helmets from Giro and Specialized. The fit felt great out of the box but was painfully tight after about an hour of riding, with a pressure point right in the middle of my forehead (strange pad placement compared to other helmets). With some adjustment and a couple weekss riding the helmet has 'worn in' and fits well now, but if in doubt get the larger size. I should have left the tags in and worn it for an hour around the house, making use of the free returns from BTD, I'll know for next time!
I ordered the Aeroshell from Lazer (I hope BTD stocks them soon) and that's been an amazing addition for commuting. Keeps the wind, rain and insects at bay without overheating in the fall/winter weather here in the Sacramento area.
