11-06-12, 01:08 PM
Sharp crash test is a good one. It gives you a very good and clear, unbiased picture of helmet's passive safety features. The only thing it lacks is high speed slide. Carbon fiber helmets are better at sliding, provide less resistance and are a bit stiffer. So, while some more expensive carbon helmets have slightly lower ratings (like 4 instead of 5), they probably provide better protection in high speed impacts.
However, speaking of Ducchini. Have had one, and have seen one tested in a real life crash. They do their job of passive safety very well. However, active safety is another matter. That's also very important. Helmet should be quiet, provide clear vision, not let wind put tears into drivers eyes etc. That's where some (cheap) 5 star helmets fail. Visor gets misty in no time, wind noise, wind over eyes etc.
I won't even consider fit: it is crucial to have a good fit. 5000 euro helmet that is too large or too small is not good at all. Zero!
However, speaking of Ducchini. Have had one, and have seen one tested in a real life crash. They do their job of passive safety very well. However, active safety is another matter. That's also very important. Helmet should be quiet, provide clear vision, not let wind put tears into drivers eyes etc. That's where some (cheap) 5 star helmets fail. Visor gets misty in no time, wind noise, wind over eyes etc.
I won't even consider fit: it is crucial to have a good fit. 5000 euro helmet that is too large or too small is not good at all. Zero!
Most things done in a hurry need to be done again - patiently.