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From: howard@sfmag.UUCP (H.M.Moskovitz)
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Subject: Re: helmets
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Date: Fri, 4-Oct-85 10:08:37 EDT
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> I second this request for helmet info!  I would like to use a full face
> helmet, but I can't get the helmet over my glasses (those aviator-style 
> ones that wrap around the ears!). Can anyone recommend a full face helmet 
> that will work?
> 
> 

The only full-face helmet I know of that will go OVER glasses
is the Porche Carrera helmet. This is because the chin bar is integrated
into the windshield. The whole front of the helmet swivels up, and
in fact, the whole front of the helmet can come off, thus converting
the helmet to asn open-faced helmet as well.

The only problems are: a) I don't know if it carries a Snell rating,
b) it's very expensive (>$200) c) Very few places carry it so getting
replacement part may be difficult (& also expensive).

On another note, several eyewear manufacturers make eyeglass frames
that have an extendable earpiece. It is a standard piece which has
a sliding wrap-around that lets you put it on after your helmet and
then get the added security of wrap-around ears.

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