How do you choose a helmet?
tri virgin
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I'm brand new at this sport, and don't have bottomless pockets, so I'm looking to spend $60 or less for a bike helmet. I see some have visors and others do not. What are the pros and cons? I will purchase a helmet that's sized but what other options are well worth my hard-earned dollars?
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You don't tend to be see many visors in triathlon, perhaps a few more over long distance. They tend to be more of an expensive add on for top time trailers and track cyclists. It's far cheaper and just as effective to wear some sun glasses, and then you've already got them on for the run too! An important consideration that is often over looked is ventilation, I always think it's best to have more than less. I wouldn't regard weight as an issue as the difference between standard and lightweight is a few 100grams at most, not even half a drinks bottle!
Tom