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Reviewed: 2010 Giro Prolight Helmet

8 Jul 2010

For the past several years, I have been a loyal Specialized S-Works Helmet wearer. I am a big fan of the lightness combined with the open vent system that keeps my noggin from burning-up on hot days. Call me luke-warm when it comes to the Specialized 360 Strap System--I can never seem to get the chin strap exactly how I would like. So, after 4 loyal years, I decided I would take the new Giro Prolite Helmet for a spin.

Overview

The first Prolight made its debut back in 1985, some 25 years ago..back when hand-sewn lycra covers were the it thing. Thankfully Lycra paved the way for today's molded EVA foam-based helmets and open air venting system.
At first glance, the 2010 Prolight looks a great deal like the award winning Ionos made popular by Big Tex (I have heard that Alberto Contador wanted a helmet other than the Ionos, and that he helped initially test the Prolight product early last year). The main aesthetic difference is the Prolight's lower profile and slight modifications on the vent design. Thankfully, the real difference isn't in the aesthetics, it's what's under the hood.

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