So I just started skateboarding this week and wanted to get a reputable and safe helmet to protect myself just in case. Per Google and Amazon, the top choices for helmets were this one (Triple Eight) and another one by OutdoorMaster. Although the comment sections for both helmets are plenty they, unfortunately, didn't help me much.
I found a measuring tape and measured my head around and at a little bit of an angle per the instructions (57cm around with my hair down). The sizing information stated I would fit right at the beginning of the L/XL helmet size. I was really nervous due to my hair and how other comments stated the helmet fit snug with not much breathing room. Granted helmets should be a bit snug for safety but you also don't want to get headaches. I live in Arizona and it gets HOT here - I need my helmet to move around a little bit since I know I'll be working up a sweat in this.
I went ahead and ordered both the OutdoorMaster and Triple Eight helmets - 2 helmets each per brand. I didn't end up going with the OutdoorMaster helmets due to size, comfort, and profile. (I'll post my review of their helmets on their Amazon item page.) Triple Eight helmets are actually worn by well-known skaters - no joke - you can see Tony Hawk wear their helmets on Youtube and other skaters on Instagram.
I ordered the L/XL and XL/XXL helmets. With a 57cm measurement, I tried the L/XL first and it was SNUG with NO breathing room. This is the helmet that should have allowed me a 3cm gap with the max in this size being a 60cm head but it was solid. If I wasn't too worried about the heat here and maybe more concerned or falling I might have kept this one but it just didn't feel right. The helmets come with extra thicker padding for the inside if the consumer needs it - I can tell you, my head would not fit in the helmet if I used those. Then I tried on the XL/XXL helmet and it was like night and day! It fit really well, not too loose, and I had room to move my hair around if need be. If I wanted to use the thicker padding later on I would have some room for it if I wanted to use those instead.
I am really happy with the XL/XXL size helmet with a 57cm measured head. I highly recommend sizing up in purchasing one of these or buying 2 sizes as I did to test them out yourself. The helmets themselves are sturdy, comfortable, and feel well made. The "sweat" liners are easily removable and can be washed on delicate. I am happy with this purchase and will be recommending Triple Eight to all new riders I know.
Brand | Triple Eight |
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Color | Black Matte |
Age Range (Description) | Teen |
Size | Large/X-Large |
Special Feature | Adjustable |
Model Name | Certified Sweatsaver Helmet |
Outer Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
Recommended Uses For Product | Cycling, Skateboarding |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 18.9 x 11.82 x 22 inches |
Athlete | multi sport |
Inner Material | Expanded Polystyrene |
Item Weight | 0.5 Kilograms |
Style | Multi Sport Helmet |
UPC | 604352036023 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00604352036023 |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 11.06 x 9.13 x 6.93 inches |
Package Weight | 0.78 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 18.9 x 11.82 x 22 inches |
Brand Name | Triple Eight |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer’s Warranty |
Material | Plastic |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Triple 8 |
Part Number | 3602 |
Included Components | THE Certified Sweatsaver Helmet, Black Rubber, L/XL |
Sport Type | Skateboarding |