My tipperary is the coolest helmet I’ve ever worn.
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Charles Owens also fit me great but they are SO DAMN HOT! I quite like my Samshield - dying to try a Kask though.[/QUOTE]
I just got my Kask Star Lady a few weeks ago. I LOVE IT!!! On my first ride I was confused as to what the cooling sensation on my head was when riding. I then realized it was the air flowing through the vents! LOL I had a Charles Owens AYR8 and this helmet fits a well bu the ventilation is amazing. Plus the removable liner is a huge plus.
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My tipperary is the coolest helmet I’ve ever worn.[/QUOTE]
I agree. While it may not be high fashion, you cannot pry my Tipperary off my overheated head during the summer here in FL. I used to ride at a HJ barn in south Florida and literally everyone schooled in Tipperarys. It is the most ventilated helmet available.
I have a OneK for shows.
One k. Cooler than my Tipperary sportage was, much cooler than my ayr8, love the washable liner. Love the fit- only helmet I’ve ever worn where I forget I’m wearing a helmet.
Another One K fan here.
Uvex active has lots of ventilation and is very comfortable.
Not to hijack, but how does the One K fit?
Yes please! How does the One K fit compared to other brands? It’s sounding like I need to try one on…
Does One K mean it costs a grand?
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Yes please! How does the One K fit compared to other brands? It’s sounding like I need to try one on…[/QUOTE]
I find the One K fits similarly to a CO, maybe a bit more round. I have an oval head and a CO fits me perfectly. I school in a One K and it fits pretty well, but can start to give me a bit of a headache on long rides. I like it, but I probably will go for another brand when I replace it. I am also in GA and sweat a lot through my head and do not find it particularly cool.
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Does One K mean it costs a grand?[/QUOTE]
Hahaha. It’s under $250… reasonable when compared to GPA.
I agree, it fits round heads quite nicely. That’s another reason why I went with it… fit my head very comfortable like a little scoop! :lol:
I have an oval head, but I find in terms of ventilation my CO AYR8 is better than the old velvet helmets; the OneK (oval) is better than the AYR8; the Ovation Schooler is the best (maybe even a bit better than Tipperary, but it’s been a while since I had one of those as they didn’t quite work on my head after they changed it). In the summer here in FL I rotate between the OneK and the Ovation. I have the OneK with the built in sunglasses, so I use that on dressage/hacking days and the Ovation the rest of the time!
I don’t mean to hijack the thread, but how well does a One K helmet compare to a Samshield? I am in the market for a new helmet as well since my CO GR8 has oxidized on the snap to the point that it no longer snaps and on the front emblem. 
Plus, it is super hot here in GA and it is not really comfortable in this heat.
I live in South Florida and it’s DAMN hot and humid here. I have a OneK with the sunglasses and it’s ok, but I still have sweat running down my face into my eyes.
I love my Ovation schooler. I got a Coolmax liner for it and I have to admit that I forget it’s on half the time because it’s so cool. I do wish there was a bigger visor/brim for it, though, but it’s lightweight and cool. For those that feel it’s too “perched” on their head, try a bigger size; you can adjust the dial in the back to tighten it. I wear a M/L and I don’t think I have a big head, but this was the only way to feel like it’s protecting me well.
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I agree, it fits round heads quite nicely. That’s another reason why I went with it… fit my head very comfortable like a little scoop! :lol:[/QUOTE]
They also have a long oval shape for those with less round heads (or lots of hair!). I have the round, and it fits me great, even though the GPA is a bit too round for me. I do agree it fits more like a Charles Owen, but if you are too oval for that, maybe try the One K long oval!
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They also have a long oval shape for those with less round heads (or lots of hair!). I have the round, and it fits me great, even though the GPA is a bit too round for me. I do agree it fits more like a Charles Owen, but if you are too oval for that, maybe try the One K long oval![/QUOTE]
I didn’t know they came in a different shape! Interesting!
I think you can only get it in the black color, but it’s out there!
I have a tiny round head and absolutely love my Uvex and just got a close out GPA Speed Air through Beval that is nice and cool. I’m in SoCal and it is hot and unseasonably humid. I school in the Uvex and show in the GPA, can’t really tell a difference between the two.
I used to fit in a CO but when I could afford a new helmet, I got a regular samshield, and found it to be very cool! GPAs and OneK dont fit my head. Sounds like you really should just go try stuff on!
OneK, man. I just reviewed my new Defender, with lot of photos: https://ridingwithscissors.com/2016/07/29/a-helmet-breakup/
I too was wearing a CO, but this is so so so much better, especially in the Texas heat.
