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Endura Singletrack helmet


THE SINGLETRACK IS Endura's second stab at an MTB helmet and it's got a lot of good points. It's lightweight at 278g, has great airflow thanks to big full-length vents and worked with all the riding glasses we tried it with.

It's not the most comfy lid when you first try it on but its light weight meant we didn't notice any discomfort out on the trail, and while its angular looks weren't universally liked in the office, they do make it stand out from the crowd. It's a good price too. It's got an Achilles' heel though - the peak. It's far too long and non-adjustable, so it constantly juts into your vision. And we're not talking peripheral vision - it sticks out so far that it blocks out light in the woods and spoils your view of the trail. And the lower you run the rear cradle, the more it tips the lid forward. Unless you want to remove the peak for the 'XC racer' look, there are better options out there.

PRICE 100$








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