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Helmet Recommendations
« on: July 23, 2019, 08:47:02 AM »
Hello everyone,

Looking for a recommendation on a new cricket helmet.

I have a Masuri OS2 that I find incredibly uncomfortable to bat in (just too warm after more than 10 minutes)

Looking for something that's reasonably lightweight, good visibility and doesn't feel like you've popped your head in an oven.

Many thanks

JT
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #1 on: July 23, 2019, 08:59:11 AM »
I've struggled finding a suitable replacement for the my Masuri ever since they changed the regs to non-adjustable.

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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #2 on: July 23, 2019, 09:04:39 AM »
Shrey titantium is probably the best helmet around at the moment. It is expensive but when you consider they last years itll come down to a couple quid a game realistically.
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #3 on: July 23, 2019, 09:29:39 AM »
Quote from: jjelricksmith on July 23, 2019, 09:04:39 AM
Shrey titantium is probably the best helmet around at the moment. It is expensive but when you consider they last years itll come down to a couple quid a game realistically.
If they fit on your head that is... In any case, not going to be cooler than an OS2 as they're pretty similar in design. I'd say you want something that doesn't have foam all the way round your head like those do (I like mine, but it is bloody warm), so maybe am Ayrtek with the air liner? Failing that, the GM lids used to have a cradle of some kind like a bike lid so imagine that would be cooler.
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #4 on: July 23, 2019, 09:36:08 AM »
I use an os2 lid with an old style swoopa band and the upgraded padding.
Makes a difference.
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #5 on: July 23, 2019, 09:57:31 AM »
Not sure such a thing exists mate. I started using an OS2 last year following a long absence from the game but couldn't get on with the smaller gap, although I thought it was comfortable to wear. I bought an older style masuri lid from Ebay and modded it with the grill from the OS2 and some foams. The visibility is better but its still not exactly 'cool', but then what is?
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #6 on: July 23, 2019, 10:01:04 AM »
I’ve used shrey titanium for the past 2 years and t is top draw. Or you can scout around on eBay for an old Masuri I’ve picked one up and that’s even better
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #7 on: July 23, 2019, 11:13:45 AM »
I find the masuri VS has the best air ventilation around among all helmets. It is slightly on the heavy side but air circulation wise unbeatable. And im in UAE. I bat in 40+ degrees during the summer.
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #8 on: July 23, 2019, 11:29:17 AM »
Fresh batch of Raw shells arriving within the next few days if you want something super light 👍
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #9 on: July 23, 2019, 11:35:31 AM »
Quote from: Ayrtek Cricket on July 23, 2019, 11:29:17 AM
Fresh batch of Raw shells arriving within the next few days if you want something super light 👍
Traditional style Tom @Ayrtek Cricket?

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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #10 on: July 23, 2019, 12:13:29 PM »
Quote from: JTtaylor145 on July 23, 2019, 11:35:31 AM
Traditional style Tom @Ayrtek Cricket?

Thanks

Yes mate, a few have pre-sold already of them but still a few available from this batch if you’re after one 👍
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #11 on: July 23, 2019, 10:21:36 PM »
My ayrtek helmet is ace. Lighter and cooler Cool than my shrey air anyway.
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #12 on: August 04, 2020, 04:53:28 AM »
Bringing this thread back instead of making a new one as it best fits my needs.

Going to be in the market for a helmet shortly... I had the Masuri Original Test? in the UK and thought the visibility wasn't great, certainly not as good as my old Slazenger (rebadged Masuri) Ti helmet.

The best options here seem to be the Shrey Masterclass (2020) Titanium at about $200, or the Masuri T-Line Titanium at $179.
I know this forum tends to be a little anti-shrey, and that might be justified, but does anyone have any experience with these two?
Leaning towards Masuri as it is cheaper, but visibility and weight are more important to me now that I'm playing somewhere substantially hotter than it was in the UK.

Thanks all for your sage advice, as always! :)
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #13 on: August 17, 2020, 07:17:20 PM »
Quote from: jonny77 on July 23, 2019, 09:57:31 AM
Not sure such a thing exists mate. I started using an OS2 last year following a long absence from the game but couldn't get on with the smaller gap, although I thought it was comfortable to wear. I bought an older style masuri lid from Ebay and modded it with the grill from the OS2 and some foams. The visibility is better but its still not exactly 'cool', but then what is?

@jonny77 Can i see a picture of how this looks please?
« Last Edit: August 17, 2020, 07:19:04 PM by Danny1981 »
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Re: Helmet Recommendations
« Reply #14 on: August 17, 2020, 08:07:37 PM »
What happend to the new classic style Ayrtek helmets? They showed a lot of promise and the first reviews seemed positive.
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