Comments on: #bikeschool: MET SineThesis Review

By: DPS68

DPS68 — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:10:00 +0000

The Sine Thesis is Absolute Junk. I did a lot of research when trying to find a good helmet to replace my five-year old Giro Atmos. I was happy with my Giro, but wanted to try something different. The Sine Thesis looked good in photos and seemed to get good reviews. I was very disappointed as soon as I opened the box of the Met helmet. The manufacturing looks cheap compared to the price paid. As soon as I put it on my head the low quality manufacturing held true in functionality as well – the dial adjustment mechanism fell apart with only a couple of turns to fit it to my head…I mean actually came apart in pieces. The dial adjustment components and housing look like something that comes in a Kinder Egg. If you are not familiar with a Kinder Egg, it is a hollow chocolate egg that contains a cheap plastic toy for children to assemble. Yes, the mechanism is of that level of quality. I was able to snap the pieces back together well enough to attempt fit to see if maybe I want to return the helmet and try another. The front Gel pads seemed nice, but the sides couldn’t be adjusted to touch my head…yes, I used the Met size chart to select the correct size helmet before my purchase. But even worse on the fit was the sharp edges from the plastic straps holding the web to the rear adjustment mechanism, which dug into the back of my head, likely to cause a headache within an hour – assuming I would be willing to trust this helmet with my life and wear it on a ride. I think I will go back to Giro.

By: Sdvelosocial

Sdvelosocial — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:29:00 +0000

I got a new Catlike this year and the ventilation is amazing.

By: Stevie Dexter

Stevie Dexter — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:01:00 +0000

I’m sure there is a size that would fit most heads. The rear retention system is pretty sturdy and the Kevlar straps hug the side of your head, very comfortable

By: Stevie Dexter

Stevie Dexter — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:01:00 +0000

They may have come down in price by then!

By: Stevie Dexter

Stevie Dexter — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:59:00 +0000

It is very comfortable Aaron. The pads don’t feel hard and you forget about them almost instantly. Great innovation

By: Robert

Robert — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:49:00 +0000

The Gel02 sounds very interesting. The acceleration of ventilation would be a welcome addition in the summer. I’ve got this saved and will think about getting a new helmet next spring.

By: Eric G

Eric G — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:55:00 +0000

I have been thinking of getting a new helmet and have looked at what’s available at my local bike shop. I have never seen the met brand but I would like to see how it fits. I have a farily small head so I wonder if there small size will fit me okay. I wouldn’t want to buy it online without trying it on first.

By: Aaronthestrong

Aaronthestrong — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:44:00 +0000

Nice review! As a folically challenged man I am curious about how this padding would work for me, sans hair and all. I am glad to see some helmet reviews though as I am needing a new one before next season!