whats up with ACC Helmets

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pfeifler85

Discussion Starter · Jun 4, 2010

Hey does any one know what is up with ACC Helmets, I was looking to get one but now they have a big sign on their website about a recal on motorcycle helmets? Any body know whats going on or can recomend another one similar to it i can look into. Thanks

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LesterDiamond

· #2 · Jun 4, 2010

Last I heard they are not dot approved. They will sell you a helmet for kayaking tho.

mrbyber

· #3 · Jun 4, 2010

They are the same helmets they have always had.It seems for some reason they are not allowed to say they are for motorcycles anymore.
I tried to get info from them about the safety of the helmet but they kept trying to dodge my questions in there answerers. I wanted the comparison on them to the DOT helmets. No luck. They look good but probably not too safe for motorcycle riding.
I think I am going to get one for cruising in town. I'll where the DOT on highway rides.

BarFury

· #4 · Jun 4, 2010

I would suggest, to one and all, that the wearer of a non-DOT-approved helmet probably has a head (and associated contents) that's not worth saving! A quick review of the current accident/death-by-head-injury statistics would support that view.

Cheers

pfeifler85

Discussion Starter · #5 · Jun 4, 2010

Thanks MrByber, I agree i think i will get one for intown riding, and find a dot for long trips when ever that may be!

Richard1

· #6 · Jun 4, 2010

I want an ACC for in town riding also. Stonewheel picked up one of these helmets and I compared it to my DOT half helmet. They look really cool, but I really doubt they provide much protection. JMHO

LesterDiamond

· #7 · Jun 4, 2010

Richard1 said:
I want an ACC for in town riding also. Stonewheel picked up one of these helmets and I compared it to my DOT half helmet. They look really cool, but I really doubt they provide much protection. JMHO

I am pretty happy with mine, No half helmet is going to protect your face tho.

My biggest complaint is the strap. Cheap plastic clip and no D ring.

Richard1

· #8 · Jun 4, 2010

That’s pretty damn expensive for a Kayaking helmet too. Maybe I should just look at getting a really cool Kayak helmet.

pfeifler85

Discussion Starter · #9 · Jun 7, 2010

Interesting, i didnt know they used a cheap plastic clip for the straps.

LesterDiamond

· #10 · Jun 7, 2010

If I were to buy again, I woulndt get the polo, just a straight up half. The polo really catches the wind under my ears.

Jay Cee

· #11 · Jun 7, 2010

A helmet that cannot pass the 49 CFR 571.218 (FMVSS) specifications for impact attenuation or penetration is not safe to wear at any speed, not just on the highway.

mrbyber

· #12 · Jun 8, 2010

Jay Cee said:
A helmet that cannot pass the 49 CFR 571.218 (FMVSS) specifications for impact attenuation or penetration is not safe to wear at any speed, not just on the highway.

Cant pass the what??????????????
So if I hit my head on a rock at ten mph in my kayak it won't help?
Just kidding.

pfeifler85

Discussion Starter · #13 · Jun 17, 2010

I just recieved this email in response to my interest of the acc helmets!

"Composite Craft has purchased the assets of Head Trip Helmets from Advanced Carbon Composites. We will be manufacturing the same lightweight kayak helmets.

Per your email request you are interested in the Daffy helmet with the
silver strips, unfortunately we are not able to do that. The helmets are
only available in the colors that will be on our new website, which

will available for viewing on Mon, June 21st.

Thanks
Brenda at
Composite Craft
4707-857-5343

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RedspawnSilver

· #14 · Jun 17, 2010

Richard1 said:
That’s pretty damn expensive for a Kayaking helmet too. Maybe I should just look at getting a really cool Kayak helmet.

This is the one for you blue-man...

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pfeifler85

Discussion Starter · #15 · Jun 18, 2010

Rss that is sweet it looks like the one i wear while im at school

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