Helmet advice Boeardman or MET altus

The Rookie

I'm looking for a new helmet to commute (Posting here to get a wider audience than in the commuting section) in as my old Diamondback MTB helmet is far too hot and sweaty, I've narrowed it down to the Boardman road or MET forte or Estro, so has anyone got either and want to offer any feedback?

I'm specifically interested in ventialtion comments as I tend to run a bit hot (I sweat when swimming I think!), the MET has excellent internal cooling channels, but the Boardman has a lot of vents facing directly forward.....it's also a bit lighter and the genuine CF reinforcing is uber cool of course!

The BR review of the Boardman is pretty good, there is no review for the Forte, the review for the Estro for cooling is great and as my commuter is flat barred the comments about the peak intrusion when tucked shouldn't be an issue.

Simon

ilm_zero7

I looked at the Boardman when seeking a second helmet - it looked really well finished and of course came with a nice box/bag thing. They didnt have my size, and I ended up with a different carbon helmet. Members of my club who have the Boardman say it is great in summer and vents really well, I was concerned by the weight, but if it is the cheaper of the options you have go for it.


providing of course it fits and is comfortable - thats always No. 1

Bar Shaker

I have a Boardman mtb helmet. It's really comfortable and very light. The storage bag is a very nice touch. The adjuster has a good range and I was able to get a perfect fit.

If they fit your head shape then I'd recommend them.

RDB66

KasK K10 if you want to spend the money...Best crash hat i've used by far.

The Rookie

Thanks for the responces, it sounds like the Boradman will be a good choice, the daughter can get me 15% of at Halfords (she works in bike hut) hence why I'm focusing on helmets they supply!

Simon