I hate to sound vain,but...does anyone know of a bicycle helmet that is low profile, functional, AND cute?

bicycle helmets low profile image

desertfair

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Well, if you like the skate helmet styling, you should check out the Giro Makai or Flak helmets....they're cheap ($20 to $40) and they come in some "girl" colors, too. They look pretty cool....I have two of them (in non-girl colors) that I use for urban riding. There are lots of other skate lids from several manufacturers.....lots of colors and designs on them, too. Check www.jensonusa.com or www.danscomp.com for choices.

If you want a regular helmet, the Bell Metro and Giro Xen are cool and seem to fit your desires. The Xen is expensive, but worth it.....you can find model year closeouts for $60 to $90 but the normal price is around $120.


EDIT: Ok, now those Nutcase helmets in the post below mine are just COOL! The correct link is www.nutcasehelmets.com .....and I'm glad he shared that company! :o)

I want to get a moped for my 16th birthday (how & what to do)?

maiashimer

I'm thinking about asking my parents for a moped my birthday next month. Here's a little information about me:
a) I'm going to be 16
b) I have a driver's permit
c) I am about 5' tall and 100 lbs
My first issue is that I really don't know much about mopeds. The reason I prefer it to a scooter is because in my state, it is considered a bicycle if it is at least 2 horsepower and have a top speed no more than 30 mph, which means you don't need to buy insurance, have a motorcycle license or wear a helmet (though I think I would anyway). It's embarrassing to say, but I really don't know much about horsepower. I know my dad knows quite a bit more than me but if you know about mopeds and scooters (especially if you own one), and have any personal suggestions, I would love to hear them :)
Of course I would like a cheaper moped, though I definitely don't want to sacrifice too much quality for price. I don't know how long I would want to keep it, and I know a lot of people don't keep cheap mopeds and scooters once they get old. I definitely don't want anything that could fall apart too easily, though on the base & island (Kaneohe, Oahu) speeds are generally pretty low. I think the highest speed limit on base is like 35 mph.
So, would you recommend I get a new or used one, for any reason?
What might be a good type, or even specific model for me?
If you're a Hawaii resident, do you have any suggestion for me at all, including about license & shops?
I would even like to hear if you have any reasons against getting one, including safety concerns; I would still like to hear it. My dad said of course he's a little hesitant because even though he trusts me and thinks I'm responsible, there's always risk, especially because other drivers often don't watch for smaller vehicles. It might be safer here, though, than some places like L.A., where less people ride mopeds and have higher speed limits, and more lanes and more lane-changing.
Thank you so much for all answers, especially since my question was so long!!!

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im 41 6 foot n i just bought 1...i love it it gets 100 miles a gallon on most mopeds in there profile it will say 30mph restricted. that means it can go faster but by law a moped can only go 30mph. this is what i did i went on the net n found the best moped for the $ not a deal but a a really nice bike w/the best value n that was ' the buddy" made by "GENUINE"the bike looks nice not wimpy n the tires are big which helps alot on dirt roads. the helmet fits right under the seat n get 100miles a gallon. so i had it for 2 weeks n paid $100.00 to get it unrestricted not only to go faster but it safer. its makes it safer bc sometimes you cant tell if a car can see you or not so ether you want 2 get out of there way or drive next to the car that there waiting for.there alot of fun but you got 2 be careful of other cars goodluck

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