Hat's Off to Better Helmets

"You get what you pay for." When it comes to motorcycle helmets, this tenet rings true.

Although I don't have much to say on the impact-absorbing ability of some helmets over others, being that I haven't had the need to test them out yet (knock on wood), it would be wise to invest in a decent helmet when comfort, visibility, improved riding ability and safety are concerned.

Before I bought the fine headwear shown above, I always attributed the nervous behavior of my PX whenever I traverse the long straights of Macapagal Avenue to the interplay of crosswinds, the PX's infamous distribution of weight, and narrow tires. It is worth noting that on every instance that my ride would exhibit a fair amount of wobbling at high speed, that I was wearing a jet-style openface helmet whether or or not the visor was down.

It was a world of difference upon trying out the flagship VR3 Strada from KBC Helmets. Gone was the nervous wobbling of my PX, particularly beneath the underpass of the Uniwide Coastal Mall with its notorious swirling winds that always buffeted me about.

As it turns out, that wobbling was a result of the flawed design of jet-style openface helmets. As wind rushes under the visor, it directs the air upwards and creates lift instead of drag - particularly perilous don't you think?

With the new VR3, air is pushed downwards by both the outer shell and the inner vent system, so my Macapagal Avenue attacks are more stable and confident than ever.

The light yet sturdy materials of the VR3 assure a comfortable ride and I'm no longer as tired from rides as before. This alone is worth the price of admission. The crystal clear lexan visor is also worth writing about.

And oh the chrome finish of this helmet..

It's DOT and SNELL approved and is reasonably-priced at 2211 Works. Get yours today.