How much should I budget for a new helmet?

[socalgal]

So, I finally threw away my old, old bike helmet and need to get a new one. I have only ever bought Bell-types in terms of budget and just picked the one that fit best (Big5, etc). If I go to my local bike shop, what would be a "reasonable" price point? Thanks!

 

[cantunamunch]

"Reasonable" is all a question of _your_ comfort. You should be able to pick up a helmet that works just fine for under $100. Go in and find the one that fits you best.

 

[luliski]

I bought mine for about $80. It's just a basic road helmet, but it fits and is comfortable. My next road helmet will be in a high visibility color and will have MIPS. I yhink you can get a MIPS helmet for around $100 now.

 

[Tom K.]

$100 is plenty.

Maybe scope out Black Friday sales?

But don't buy a helmet without sticking it on your head first, and bring your favorite riding glasses along to check for compatibility.

Buy BRIGHT. There is no downside!

 

[CalG]

For motorcycles, the "rule of thumb" is :

A dollar for every year of age,
$100 for every dependent you have
And $500 for every time you have fallen or crashed.

They don't actually make helmets that expensive. I buy the best helmet that FITS! (Head shapes, like foot shapes differ. One Brand does NOT fit all.)

 

[socalgal]

I went to my LBS and tried a bunch on. I ended up with a Troy Lee Designs w/ MIPS-- it was the most comfortable and well fitting. Gulped at the register though. My helmet costs more than my bike