Product Description
The new Giro Section combines the look of a traditional skate-style helmet with the light weight of in-mold technology for urban commuting, dirt jumping, and trail-riding.
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Product Details
- Size: M, Medium
- Color: Matte Black
- Brand: Giro
- Model: 2019435
- Released on: 2009-12-01
- Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, 1.00 pounds
Features
- In-mold hardbody with full coverage shell.55 - 59cm / 21.75 - 23.25-Inch
- Ultra-light at only 296 grams, size Medium (compared to 445 grams ? Flak, size Medium).
- 8 vents and understated Giro metal badge branding
- Open cell foam padding
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful.
By J. Hengenius
I'm not a fan of the aerodynamic day-glo style of most bike helmets, so I was pleased to see this offering by Giro. (I also own their Giro E2 Bike Helmet.) I opted for the large size because, like another reviewer, my head is pretty big. I was pleased with the Section in this regard: The large size is roomy and comes with three sets (thin, medium, thick) of internal padding that attach via Velcro. Using combinations of these pads, the helmet can be customized for most head shapes. As the other reviewer notes, those with truly huge noggins may find that the thinnest pads provide limited cushioning in a fall. Removing the pads and substituting a thin wool cap is also an option for cool spring/fall riding.
Compared to other pot style multi-sport helmets, this one is pretty light. Giro claims it's 296g, but that must be without any internal pads attached. With the thinnest pads inserted, it weighed in at 314g on my balance. That's still not bad. It doesn't feel very massive when it's strapped on.
My one complaint is cooling. The helmet sits almost flush against scalp and leaves little space for flow-through ventilation. There are a few vents, but they don't do much. As a result, I suspect I'll be wearing my well-ventilated E2 when the summer months start to really heat up.
If and when this thing does its job and stops my skull from cracking on the pavement, I'll report back on its performance.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
By M
I grew up wearing Protec helmets, but decided to go with something a little more robust this time since I ride next to a busy highway on my way to the bike trails.
This one definitely feels like a thicker/stronger plastic and the helmet itself sticks out a bit further than what I was accustomed to on others. Loses a point on style, but keeps four for functionality, I think my big ears would be mostly tucked away in a face/head plant.
Measured my head to be slightly less than 23" and the medium helmet fits perfect out of the box. I might even switch to the next larger inserts if it starts to feel loose on rougher trails.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
By l2
I agree with some of the other comments that this helmet looks much bigger in person than it does in the photos. Sportier helmets don't come down so far on the sides and are also tapered at the edges so that they look smaller. This helmet is one thickness all the way from the top to the edges, so you can see that you've got a full inch of plastic and foam surrounding your head all the way around. I've never worn an Army helmet, but I'm guessing that this one looks pretty much like an Army helmet when it is on your head.
On the plus side, this helmet is surprisingly lightweight. The sticker inside my size large helmet says 325 grams and it actually weighs less than my high-end road racing helmet (which is full of big ventilation holes).
Sizing is similar to sportier Giro helmets. My size 7 5/8 head fits in this helmet comfortably, but larger heads may have a hard time. I can't wear some other models of helmets because they don't come in a big enough size, but this one is no problem.
I bought this helmet to for commuting bad weather. The lack of vents will keep my heat in and the rain out. In hot weather, especially with long hill climbs, I'm going to use something with much better ventilation.
If I had paid full list price, I would be disappointed in this helmet because of the huge size. For half price, I'll live with it for commuting. The large flat surfaces will probably be good for sticking on lights.
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