sonsplayhockey 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I am in need of a new helmet. I have a CCM 452 tack helmet. I got it second hand but its really too small even with it fully adjusted out.I'd like to get a helmet with better ventilation. Its got front end vents but I don't think the air can flow through the helmet very well in this helmet.Any suggestions? I'd like to keep it less than $100 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Project_2501 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 Mission Intake is designed around ventilation, and it will retail at $99 USD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fonya 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 Mission Intake is designed around ventilation, and it will retail at $99 USD. Ya that or the Bauer 8000 would be your best bet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Project_2501 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 He wanted it under $100 USD; the 8000 is $110 w/o cage, $140 w/ cage.Mind you, the Intake is $100 w/o cage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miike 1 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I am in need of a new helmet. I have a CCM 452 tack helmet. I got it second hand but its really too small even with it fully adjusted out.I'd like to get a helmet with better ventilation. Its got front end vents but I don't think the air can flow through the helmet very well in this helmet.Any suggestions? I'd like to keep it less than $100 If you wanted an 8000, i have one used for a season, excellent shape, only asking $90? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fonya 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 Oops, skimmed over the price but ten bucks over shouldnt be too bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Project_2501 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 Nah, not at all in my opinion, especially considering what it's doing for your noggin... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Langenbrunner15 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 Bauer 8000, best ventalation on the market IMO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I really llike the ventilation of the Jofa 690. Really comfy and keeps me cool when I ref or play. I am interested in trying an Intake though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Langenbrunner15 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 The only problem with the Jofa 690 was the type of cusion they had in it...didn't feel good with my head Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 The only problem with the Jofa 690 was the type of cusion they had in it...didn't feel good with my head I have the older style it's like the Itech HC100 but the comfort foam is a little thicker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Langenbrunner15 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I was finding a new helmet, tried on the Itech HC(which ever were the top of the lines when the 8000 was new), and the 8000 and the Jofa.THe gel seems not to grab my hair and rip it out while playing.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I was finding a new helmet, tried on the Itech HC(which ever were the top of the lines when the 8000 was new), and the 8000 and the Jofa.THe gel seems not to grab my hair and rip it out while playing.. The Intake has the same foam as the newer style 690. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmy 194 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 The new RBK 6K helmet has the great venting of the 8k yet will be sub $100. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CHIEF22 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I don't have any problems with my Bauer 5000, and I got it on ebay for less than 50 bucks with a cage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wristshot19 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I will agree with Chadd that the Jofa 690 is a great helmet as far as ventilation goes. I have the new style 690 and not only is it light but it also keeps my head pretty cool. My second choice would be the the Itech HC100 which you can find for a good price these days. As other haves indicated, the Mission Intake has the same back section as the HC100. Only the front of the Intake is different. Should that make the Intake $100 when you can get the HC100 for half the price?I use both the Jofa 690 and Itech HC100 helmets regularly and they are both great at allowing air to flow through them. I had the 8000 before and although it fit great it was a little heavier than I cared for. Additionally I didn't see any great advantages in their air flow system of the Bauer 8000 that would make me choose it over the others. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KingstonMike 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I also have a new style Jofa 690 and really love it. Keeps my head cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
awall 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2006 I have the RBK 8k, but if the 6k has the same ventilation as someone said, I would recommend it. As far as head exchange goes I wear an underarmor skull cap, and keep my hair fairly short. This seems to help keep me cool up top. I got carried away at my last trip to the barber and all but had my head buzzed. My wife was not too happy, but it grows back thankfully. I have to admit that there are times when I kinda wish I was balding so I would have to worry about hair care from time to time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petey21 1 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 <--- That is my helmet and it's got great ventilation, it's the older style foam though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisGass9909 0 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 itech hc100 hockeygiant.com 29.99 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fletch 219 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 I was finding a new helmet, tried on the Itech HC(which ever were the top of the lines when the 8000 was new), and the 8000 and the Jofa.THe gel seems not to grab my hair and rip it out while playing.. The Intake has the same foam as the newer style 690.What kind of foam is that? The same foam that is in the HC95? In a recent issue of the Hockey News, there's a story on Zetterberg and in the close up of him, he's wearing a Mission Intake with the type of foam in the HC95 - Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 I was finding a new helmet, tried on the Itech HC(which ever were the top of the lines when the 8000 was new), and the 8000 and the Jofa.THe gel seems not to grab my hair and rip it out while playing.. The Intake has the same foam as the newer style 690.What kind of foam is that? The same foam that is in the HC95? In a recent issue of the Hockey News, there's a story on Zetterberg and in the close up of him, he's wearing a Mission Intake with the type of foam in the HC95 - That's only available to pros. I don't have a pic of the internal padding on the new 690 or Intake, I'm not sure if it's in the catlog or not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fletch 219 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 Damn....I just don't think I could get used to any other type of foam....I guess I'll just end up getting a new HH4000. Oh well.Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
forsberg91 0 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 I'd second the 6k if it has the same ventilation as the 8k. The 8k feels great out on the ice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ju87 0 Report post Posted February 14, 2006 1 more vote of confidence for the Jofa 690. The fit is great and ventilation is good with a cage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
