Thread: Why do helmet graphics just suck these days?

I have an Icon. I bought it because I liked the looks of it Anyone have a problem with that?

Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

I have an Icon. I bought it because I liked the looks of it Anyone have a problem with that?

represent!

muthafucka!

Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

I have an Icon. I bought it because I liked the looks of it Anyone have a problem with that?

if it doesnt have a pit bull with chains on it... you're not keeping it real

Originally Posted by JH41

if it doesnt have a pit bull with chains on it... you're not keeping it real

Mine actually has a real pitbull hanging from a chain on it. Cuz I keeps it realer.

Next one I was thinking rat fink on a motorcycle Now no one go stealing my idea

Originally Posted by seamus

Mine actually has a real pitbull hanging from a chain on it. Cuz I keeps it realer.

One major problem I have with the Icon helmets is that they are all polycarbonate. Not the best choice of material for a helmet.

Originally Posted by abtech

One major problem I have with the Icon helmets is that they are all polycarbonate. Not the best choice of material for a helmet.

It runs a close second to straw, easier to mold too

Originally Posted by abtech

One major problem I have with the Icon helmets is that they are all polycarbonate. Not the best choice of material for a helmet.

Isn't polycarbonate what bullet proof glass is made from?

Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

Isn't polycarbonate what bullet proof glass is made from?

Yes. That means it doesn't crush properly on impact absorbing the G forces. PolyCarbonate helmets usually score poorly on transferred G's testing (and almost always guarantee a concussion in a hard getoff).

oo never thought of it that way..

(concussion < head split open) = a start.


On a similar note to this thread, I was watching TV and saw the new Subaru commercial that shows what is obviously touted as a white middle class couple driving down a street full of street racers. The voice over is talking about how their friends, who I can only assume are Biff and Muffy, are happy they chose a car that has the safety of all wheel drive.

At a red light, as they look cautiously around, the other Subaru tough-guy, racer types are staring at them and give them the thumbs up for driving their all wheel drive Subaru (cuz it's gritty and raceyable, I guess). The couple then has a cool little smile as they drive away because of their newfound "friendship" with the "bad crowd".

So even a non-squid company like Subaru is using the same marketing gimmick to draw boring, middle class life down into the streetz.

Fact is, the street life is "in". Well, at least appearing as if you're living that life is anyway.

Originally Posted by seamus

(concussion < head split open) = a start.


On a similar note to this thread, I was watching TV and saw the new Subaru commercial that shows what is obviously touted as a white middle class couple driving down a street full of street racers. The voice over is talking about how their friends, who I can only assume are Biff and Muffy, are happy they chose a car that has the safety of all wheel drive.

At a red light, as they look cautiously around, the other Subaru tough-guy, racer types are staring at them and give them the thumbs up for driving their all wheel drive Subaru (cuz it's gritty and raceyable, I guess). The couple then has a cool little smile as they drive away because of their newfound "friendship" with the "bad crowd".

So even a non-squid company like Subaru is using the same marketing gimmick to draw boring, middle class life down into the streetz.

Fact is, the street life is "in". Well, at least appearing as if you're living that life is anyway.

Yep the glamour is only on TV, the reality is a lot less pleasurable

I've got 11 seconds, Sheep. Tell me everything you've learned first hand about the reality of 'street culture'. Twice.

Originally Posted by CBRVFR

I've got 11 seconds, Sheep. Tell me everything you've learned first hand about the reality of 'street culture'. Twice.

No

I have been around a bit but have no claim to living in the ghetto unless you claim my place in Harvest, AL. I spent a bunch of time working in Detriot in pretty much every area from the decent ones to East Detriot (and was in Iococca's office once also )

But it doesn't take more than a visit to realize that living in the Jefferson projects is not a nice thing at frequent times.

Of course here is a sheep in (on) the hood for you: JC01 Blue Sheep Jacket with Hood

My brother says I need to get the cretin helmet, paint it blue and make the green extenders horns....

Originally Posted by SheepOfBlue

My brother says I need to get the cretin helmet, paint it blue and make the green extenders horns....

thats a winter project if i ever heard one. Do it man

This looks interesting, but my opinion of Freddie has changed a bit in the last few years. It's still a good looking helmet, though, and my Arai is over 5 years old...

Arai RX-Q Full Face Helmet - Spencer - Arai - Helmets - Superbike Toy Store - Sportbike

I like this new X-12, pretty nice graphics.

Unfortunately, my X-11 hits 5 years this month...so I'm reluctantly shopping.

Originally Posted by luvtolean

I like this new X-12, pretty nice graphics.

That's really nice

Originally Posted by luvtolean

I like this new X-12, pretty nice graphics.

Unfortunately, my X-11 hits 5 years this month...so I'm reluctantly shopping.

I like it but I sure don't have $650 worth of like for it. I could buy three of my current scorpions, two extra face shields, and still have money left over for a burger.

Originally Posted by luvtolean

I like this new X-12, pretty nice graphics.

Unfortunately, my X-11 hits 5 years this month...so I'm reluctantly shopping.

I'm not a big fan of the red white and blue together, (nothing against our country, just not my favorite colors) but I like the graphics. Might take some ideas from that one.

Originally Posted by 08silvercbr

I'm not a big fan of the red white and blue together, (nothing against our country, just not my favorite colors)

You, sir, are hereby exiled to Hoboken, NJ.

Originally Posted by nhfirefighter13

You, sir, are hereby exiled to Hoboken, NJ.

I just heard something about that yesterday at the gym from a guy I know that use to live in that area. Something about a bunch of pissed off Italians that want to fight, right? Sorry.. every time I see that sort of stuff I think of Evil Knievel.

Nah, my reference is from Dude, Where's My Car