Triumphrat

ttbonnie · 09-16-2007

any one runing w/ hci retro helmets, ol pudding bowl style??
looking to pick one up, and dont want a mushroom head.
(normaly ride w/ a full face, need to have a DOT aproved due to mil regulations, I like the pudding bowl style-
any way are they what they say they are?
thanks in advance tt..

KingOfFleece · 09-17-2007

I use the 50 retro untill it gets below 50 degrees with a retro goggle. Perfect-just perfect! Liked the lid so much I bought another one at a great price as a spare.

DrewDesign007 · 09-19-2007

Go for it - I have the Retro 50 in Matte Black - it's a little big but I like it.

If you really want a kick ass helmet go for the Davida Classic Jet w/ Avaitor Goggles.

KingOfFleece · 09-19-2007

I use those goggles with my HCI.

ttbonnie · 09-20-2007

just ordered the matt blk, I love the davidas but no DOT no insurance.
I will get one one day but thats that.
I plan on striping the hci w/ racing checkers. let you know what i think when i get it
thanks again tt..

Dirk_Gently · 09-24-2007

is it me, or is 300 bucks kinda steep for a shorty helmet? not to mention 120 for goggles....

KingOfFleece · 09-25-2007

The goggles are REALLY well made and are of very high quality. I got tired of the 20-30 dollar ones that fit (me) poorly. The adjustable nose bridge is a great feature and the lens options are a crystal clear. They also don't fog and keep the grit OUT of my contacts while letting a bit of air in. Yea, they are expensive, but so are the four sitting in my shop I don't use anymore.

capoanj · 09-27-2007

I have a pudding bowl HCI...cheap and cheerful, and no regrets. But the wind nise around the flaps seems excessive to me, so I'm wearing earplugs. Also have Halcyon goggles...the best. Leather mask is comfy, and glass top notch. Great combo.

Dirk_Gently · 09-27-2007

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Originally Posted by capoanj

Also have Halcyon goggles...the best. Leather mask is comfy, and glass top notch. Great combo.

D@mn having to wear glasses. I don't think there are any goggles I can get away with sadly.

capoanj · 10-01-2007

Dirk, I wear the Halcyons over glasses! Occasional nose pinch, but they work.