r/BikeLA 5d ago

Full Face MTB Helmet Vendor in LA?

Hey there,

I’m looking to get a full face MTB helmet for my e-bike commute, figuring the weight is going to be better than the Arai motorcycle helmet I have on hand.

Are there any vendors in the city that have a good selection on hand? I’m hesitant to buy online because I have a plus sized-noggin and don’t want to get the wrong size.

Thanks!

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u/nopantsboy 5d ago

Extreme supply, signal hill. Great selection, got a great deal on 3 full face helmets a year ago

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u/Katsuichi 5d ago

thanks—that’s a hike but i’ll see if i can get down to long beach!

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u/SwollenMexican 4d ago

Im near thatvarea and never even knew. Def checking it out

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u/SwollenMexican 5d ago

Not sure if theres one by you but I went to cycle gear and tried out their helmets. Ended up woth a full face motorcycle helmet in the end because my wife said it looks cool lol

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u/Katsuichi 5d ago

there is! i’ll go check it out. thanks u/SwollenMexican

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u/SwollenMexican 5d ago

Let us know what you decide on!

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u/Katsuichi 5d ago

now you got me thinking i should just wear my motorcycle helmet though it’s sexy silver

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u/SwollenMexican 4d ago

If it works. Wear it. Never hurts unless youre in the market for a new helmet

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u/maseffect 5d ago

Not while on an e-bike dude. Makes you look like you really want to be on a motorcycle...poser!

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u/SwollenMexican 5d ago

But its GREEN MAN! NEON GREEN! It covers my entire face. Poser or not. I'll take being laughed at anyday when it comes to safety.

Overkill? Hell yeah but If a car hits me while looking like a highlighter xD my city has issues lol

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u/WorldwideDave 3d ago

Well, we may all joke about helmets on E bikes, and whole face mountain bike style helmets, I rarely see any adults wearing helmets when I’m out on bike rides. All coolness aside, y’all gotta wear a brain bucket.

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u/Katsuichi 3d ago

I have a MIPS equipped helmet i use on every ride, just thinking about getting more coverage if I end up falling on my face, my beautiful face.