Limar Ultralight Pro 104
A helmet is a helmet is a helmet, right?
Wrong. I’ve worn more helmets than I’d like
to admit— but the Limar Ultralight Pro 104
stands apart. It’s the lightest helmet I’ve
weighed. Limar claims 200 grams for the
large size but it tipped my scale at 216
grams/7.6 ounces. Regardless, it’s super
light, mostly due to Limar’s proprietary
monocoque in-mould technology.
The 104 has got a very small, streamlined
profile, which I prefer. Many helmets I’ve
tested made me feel like a mushroom cap. So
I guess I’m vain. I wouldn’t wear striped
bell bottoms or anything else that looked
like it might have come from Liberace’s
wardrobe, so I won’t wear a goofy looking
helmet either. When two helmets meet all
BHSI (bhsi.org) and ASTM (astm.org) ratings,
I’ll take the better looking one.
And it’s comfortable, even without adding
the extra pads that come with the 104. The
straps are wide, soft, and flexible so
there’s no tangling or chafing. It has 22
vents and a protective insect netting,
perfect for keeping your pate from
unsuspecting insects that react to
unanticipated impact by stinging.
In the end, the decision seems to be whether
the above characteristics are worth $215.
You can get a cycling helmet for a heck of a
lot less lettuce, so the ball’s in your
court.
