The first time I saw the One Tiki helmet design by THE (Toby Henderson Enterprises) it became my first choice in a helmet for the 2010 season. It’s feather light at 36oz. (2.25 lbs.) and looks rad with the exposed carbon fiber weave and blue & white tribal tiki inspired graphics. I’ll be reporting on the helmet’s comfort, venting and durability throughout the 2010 season but for now here are the specs courtesy of THE’s website.
Tiki
THE’s commitment to excellence is why we can produce the most technically advanced CPSC and CE certified full face helmets available today. Beautiful cosmetic detail makes it as visually stunning as it is technologically advanced. Our engineering team, in cooperation with world-class athletes, has defined a new standard for helmet design.
The anatomically correct dual EPS helmet padding is an industry first and enclosing the padding in a removable and washable custom printed THE helmet liner makes this the most comfortable helmet you may ever use. Extraordinary ventilation is achieved by connecting 15 external vents to 4 interior airflow channels allowing cool air to circulate and exit through the rear of the helmet.
So beautiful in design and appearance that when its not on your head it might be on your mantel.
• Helmet comes with 2 Visors
• 15 exterior vents and 4 interior vent channels in the dual EPS Liner
• Stainless Steel D-rings and custom THE Rivets
• Exceeds CPSC and CE standards
• Multiple patents pending
• THE ONE Carbon Helmet weight – 36 oz – Adult Medium, 29 oz Youth Medium
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looks Beastin’. Not sure id like the D-ring tho.
Yeah, snap closures are quicker. As long as the d-rings aren’t cumbersome they aren’t much of a hassle.
You can buy an aftermarket clip to replace the D-ring. There a pain in the butt to install but once your done just clip and go.
For the purposes of the review I’ll be sticking with the d-rings.
The helmet is in! It’s beautiful in person, the pics can’t do it justice. Much lower profile than the DOT helmets I’ve been wearing the past few years and much lighter. The good news is that the strap is long enough to leave in the d-rings while putting on and taking off the helmet so it’s actually easier than a clip setup.