How buying a Helmet is like shopping for shoes

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Submitted by owlie on Wed, 06/24/2009 - 04:41
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1) They go from sandals (shortie) to steel-toed boots (FF)
2) Basic Black is always in style
3) The selection can be overwhelming (flats or heels? with graphics or without? Bluetooth enabled?)
4) The price range goes from affordable, to “people actually pay this?”
5) You have to remember to check the size on the helmet and not believe the box.

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6) One shape does not fit all

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Submitted by Munch on Wed, 06/24/2009 - 22:52.

6) One shape does not fit all

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7) every brand has a

Submitted by gsmurfette on Thu, 06/25/2009 - 01:29.

7) every brand has a different sizing chart

8) Oh oh, defect. I have to

Submitted by yugen852 on Wed, 07/15/2009 - 03:27.

8) Oh oh, defect. I have to return it.

9) They all do the same basic

Submitted by Vitric on Sat, 07/25/2009 - 06:28.

9) They all do the same basic job, protecting your feet (head)
10 "Will these match my outfit (gear)?