Need help choosing a composite helmet...

I'm looking for a traditional looking, lightweight, comfortable helmet. I like the Paul Conway Traditionals, Cairns 880's and the Bullard Traditonals. I have also heard good things about the Ben II's. I want a helmet that doesn't feel as if it's going to bobble off my head. Leathers are completely out of the question. I'm going to be getting bourkes and goggles. If you guys have any experience, comparisons, or opinions it would be much appreciated. Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Mark Bargar on February 23, 2009 at 6:19pm
Thanks for the input, anyone else?
Permalink Reply by Bruce Mack on February 23, 2009 at 6:30pm
My department issues the cairns 1010 its a traditional looking looking helmet, you can order it with bourkes and goggles. the guys who wear them like them, im a leatherhead myself.
Permalink Reply by Kevin on February 23, 2009 at 6:31pm
Bullard has a structural i think its a 2010 but im not sure for the money though the carins 1010 is prolly the way to go its just a lil more expensive
Permalink Reply by Cory on February 23, 2009 at 6:33pm
I wear leather but, the B II's as far as helmets I've worn, is the most comfortable helmet I've ever had on!
Permalink Reply by Mark Bargar on February 23, 2009 at 6:49pm
Thank you everyone
Permalink Reply by FF Nick on February 23, 2009 at 7:05pm
Paul Conway is the only helmet I'll buy, mine almost feels like just wearing a regular baseball cap
Permalink Reply by dj lee on February 23, 2009 at 7:27pm
Cairns 880 or 1044. I have both love them!
Permalink Reply by Mark Bargar on February 23, 2009 at 7:34pm
I have tried on the Paul Conway Traditional and love the way it fits. I dont like the fit of the 1010's and 1044's. However, Im not sure about the 880's or the Bullards...
Permalink Reply by Jason Brooks on February 24, 2009 at 9:51am
The 880 is a smaller version of the 1010/1044. If you don't have a big melon, it will sit lower and probably fit better, weighs less too.
Permalink Reply by Jason Koontz on February 24, 2009 at 10:25am
I've been a Cairns guy for a long time, to the point that I've bought my own helmets the last three times I've needed them, all Cairns. My department issues bullards, but I don't like the weight or the altitude. The 880 is what I wear now, and I love it. Its a little strange being smaller, but it works great for me, and I adjusted to it quickly. THey're a lower ride on your head if thats what you're looking for, and they weigh less than the others. I'd try them out if you can, and see what you think.

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