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mleuck
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Basecamp Helmet Review
Jul 17th, 2017, 9:44pm
 
Okay I have been wearing a Giro Air Attack Shield for about 4 years now and it's the best helmet I've ever had however Jay recently bought a cheapie helmet that looks like a Giro knockoff and really liked it so I did the same thing
 
Here's the helmet, looks almost exactly like my Giro
 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0731LNRJ3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UT F8&psc=1
 
Grand total $32.97 so it can't compare to a $200 Giro right? well yes it actually can...
 
The fit and finish isn't quite as good as the Giro, maybe 95% there and it's not uncomfortable on my large lizard head
 
Ratchet is a large round knob that's actually easier to adjust than the Giro AND on occasion while riding with the Giro I had to push it forward but never had to do that to the Basecamp
 
Front shield held onto the helmet by 3 magnets which appear to be much more powerful than the Giro but the magnets rattle if you move the shield around, this isn't an issue during the ride
 
Front shield is larger than the Giro's and the view is GLORIOUS! Maybe because its new and not scratched up yet but I was impressed, slight optical distortion around the nose area but you don't notice it while riding, thought it might touch my nose which would be annoying but it never did
 
Shields are about $18 compared to the Giro's $40, I even tried mounting the Basecamp shield on the Giro but the magnet polarity is reversed and they repel each other, bummer Sad
 
Not bad for $33 bux
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Reply #1 - Jul 17th, 2017, 10:07pm
 
The magnets can be removed ..   I've had them pop out of the Giro before .. they are in with some kind of glue ..  I suspect hosing them down with benzene,  xylene or something else that likes adhesives will make them come out with a little working; then flip them around and glue back into place.
 
 
 
Quote from mleuck on Jul 17th, 2017, 9:44pm:
Okay I have been wearing a Giro Air Attack Shield for about 4 years now and it's the best helmet I've ever had however Jay recently bought a cheapie helmet that looks like a Giro knockoff and really liked it so I did the same thing

Here's the helmet, looks almost exactly like my Giro

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0731LNRJ3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UT F8&psc=1

Grand total $32.97 so it can't compare to a $200 Giro right? well yes it actually can...

The fit and finish isn't quite as good as the Giro, maybe 95% there and it's not uncomfortable on my large lizard head

Ratchet is a large round knob that's actually easier to adjust than the Giro AND on occasion while riding with the Giro I had to push it forward but never had to do that to the Basecamp

Front shield held onto the helmet by 3 magnets which appear to be much more powerful than the Giro but the magnets rattle if you move the shield around, this isn't an issue during the ride

Front shield is larger than the Giro's and the view is GLORIOUS! Maybe because its new and not scratched up yet but I was impressed, slight optical distortion around the nose area but you don't notice it while riding, thought it might touch my nose which would be annoying but it never did

Shields are about $18 compared to the Giro's $40, I even tried mounting the Basecamp shield on the Giro but the magnet polarity is reversed and they repel each other, bummer Sad

Not bad for $33 bux

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Reply #2 - Jul 17th, 2017, 10:19pm
 
Nice looking.  After checking it out it also appears there is a more open design similar to a conventional road type lid withthe shield as well.  Price point in in the $39 range
 
https://www.amazon.com/Base-Camp-Cycling-Detachable-Magnetic/dp/B01IF0YOTO/ref=p d_sim_468_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01IF0YOQC&pd_rd_r=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&pd_rd_w=1CYUh&pd_rd_wg=DxOBs&refRID=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&th=1
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Reply #3 - Jul 18th, 2017, 12:09am
 
[quote author=MrWizard link=1500345898/0#1 date=1500347230]The magnets can be removed ..   I've had them pop out of the Giro before .. they are in with some kind of glue ..  I suspect hosing them down with benzene,  xylene or something else that likes adhesives will make them come out with a little working; then flip them around and glue back into place.
 
Apparently the 1st generation Giro shields did that and Giro did a swap with ones that were supposedly fixed, I had one on the right side pop out while riding and fortunately I saved the pieces and glued them back together with no problems, still using that shield.
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Reply #4 - Jul 18th, 2017, 12:12am
 
Quote from Mdicke on Jul 17th, 2017, 10:19pm:
Nice looking.  After checking it out it also appears there is a more open design similar to a conventional road type lid withthe shield as well.  Price point in in the $39 range

https://www.amazon.com/Base-Camp-Cycling-Detachable-Magnetic/dp/B01IF0YOTO/ref=p d_sim_468_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01IF0YOQC&pd_rd_r=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&pd_rd_w=1CYUh&pd_rd_wg=DxOBs&refRID=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&th=1

 
I've never had a problem with needing a more open design, I've ridden the Giro in +100 degree weather and never felt hot in fact it worked better than my previous open air Giro, might be because it provides more shade?
 
Basecamp also makes a shield that integrates in the shell and apparently pulls back inside the helmet although I can't find them for sale in the US, looks interesting but might be fragile
 
http://www.basecampsport.com/product/90.html
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Reply #5 - Jul 18th, 2017, 12:26am
 
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Reply #6 - Jul 18th, 2017, 3:04pm
 
Quote from Mdicke on Jul 17th, 2017, 10:19pm:
Nice looking.  After checking it out it also appears there is a more open design similar to a conventional road type lid withthe shield as well.  Price point in in the $39 range

https://www.amazon.com/Base-Camp-Cycling-Detachable-Magnetic/dp/B01IF0YOTO/ref=p d_sim_468_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01IF0YOQC&pd_rd_r=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&pd_rd_w=1CYUh&pd_rd_wg=DxOBs&refRID=XDW6EGQB4CK0NWMQBXMW&th=1

 
I have the red version of that helmet. I like the fact it doesn't slide down and let the shield ride on my nose, like my three GIRO Air Attack Shield helmets do. Very comfortable helmet with some nice features. A real bargain at $40. These are not "one size fits all" helmets, so when ordering them off Amazon, pay attention to the head diameter range listed under the helmet description.
 
I'm going to order more of them in different colors. I could order six of them and the total dollar amount would still be less than what I paid for my first Air Attack Shield helmet.
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Reply #7 - Jul 20th, 2017, 5:36pm
 
I bought one of those last fall. I really like it when riding the WAW. Like most helmets, the flames (or what ever that sticking out back part of most bicycle helmets is called) on the back of my Lazer Genesis stuck back so they hit the back of the WAW cockpit. This helmet works well.
 
However, I found that on my other bikes, I still like that DaBrim visor on my Genesis (and now new Lazer O2) better than a face shield.
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Reply #9 - Jul 27th, 2017, 4:06pm
 
Lately I've been part of the no helmet crowd, because I'm on  3 wheels now. But I need a comfy helmet for paid and group rides. I always liked the Giro, but why do they want so much for It? This does look like a reasonable alternative. I will also get the yellow shield for those early morning late evening or cloudy days. Much more in my price range.  
 
Now the silly question, where exactly would one measure ones cranial circumference?
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Reply #10 - Jul 27th, 2017, 4:17pm
 
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Jim, I'll wear one of those helmets after I install a surrey top on my trike.  Cheesy
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Reply #11 - Jul 27th, 2017, 5:46pm
 
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Seriously Jay, that is one cool looking helmet.  I can't wait to see you in it.   Smiley  
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Reply #12 - Jul 27th, 2017, 6:07pm
 
Quote from JimFPU on Jul 27th, 2017, 4:06pm:
Lately I've been part of the no helmet crowd, because I'm on  3 wheels now.
 
You go, Boy!!   Smiley
 
 
Quote from JimFPU on Jul 27th, 2017, 4:06pm:
...where exactly would one measure ones cranial circumference?
Wrap the tape measure behind your head and around your nose.  (snicker, snicker!)
 
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Reply #13 - Jul 27th, 2017, 7:30pm
 
I figured this bunch would be so helpful.
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Reply #14 - Jul 28th, 2017, 1:27pm
 
Heck I'd wear it on the HHH 100  it would be all that more entertaining
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