Chadd

Bauer 5000 Helmet FIT: Adjustable, that makes it easier to get a snug fit. Well designed to fit the shape of my head. Softer padding cushions the hard foam at the pressure points for more comfort. Also very light. 8-10 PROTECTION: Never thought it protected me more than any other helmet. I've also spoken with experts who feel that the hard padding does more harm than good. Of the kids I coached that got concussions this year, all of them were wearing these helmets. May be a coincidence, may not. 6-10 WEIGHT: Fairly light and well balanced, no major complaints here. 8-10 DURABILITY: I've had it for three years and have had a number of problems over that time. The hard foam cracked and I had to melt it back together around the right temple. The soft pads had to be reglued several times and even epoxy doesn't hold them in place very well. Cracks developed in the sides, probably from the pressure of my visor. I only used a visor from time to time and not constantly, so I wasn't impressed with that either. Slightly thicker plastic on the sides would have made a huge difference. 3-10 INTANGIBLES: Nothing to speak of. N/A CONCLUSION: Fairly comfortable, dubious "extra protection" and a number of problems. There were a number of quality/durabillity problems with mine and even while I have had it for a while, I've been using others as well during that time frame. Not sure that I could recommend it, but it's all preference. 6-10

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