james Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 Hello guys! I can't decide what would be the best choice, perhaps there is someone who knows and could suggest. In my case, I have an old helmet that I have used for a long time, it does the job, however, the cage is rusty and also some inside pads aren't that comfortable anymore (and one of them is missing on a side as well). There are two options: 1. To fix the current helmet 2. Buy a new helmet There are some concerns about the costs, a new helmet costs around 1000 eur in Europe (I have been told to use only above 600 eur helmets, since the helmet is the most important part of the equipment) So my question is if it's possible to fix current helmet, perhaps someone can tell from pictures what model is the 'Itech' helmet, thus I could look in stores/online for parts (padding and cage, straps etc.) What are your ideas? Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoRhinehart Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 Can you attach a picture of the top of the helmet? Quick look through of the photos says this is an itech profile 1200, not worth the money to repair it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max27 Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 buy a new one if its uncomfortable and u have the cash to get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoRhinehart Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 Wall masks out of Finland may save you a bit on shipping. The W4 and W6 or W7 are under 600eur. As @Max27 said, fit is the most important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TitanG Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 3 hours ago, james said: Hello guys! I can't decide what would be the best choice, perhaps there is someone who knows and could suggest. In my case, I have an old helmet that I have used for a long time, it does the job, however, the cage is rusty and also some inside pads aren't that comfortable anymore (and one of them is missing on a side as well). There are two options: 1. To fix the current helmet 2. Buy a new helmet There are some concerns about the costs, a new helmet costs around 1000 eur in Europe (I have been told to use only above 600 eur helmets, since the helmet is the most important part of the equipment) So my question is if it's possible to fix current helmet, perhaps someone can tell from pictures what model is the 'Itech' helmet, thus I could look in stores/online for parts (padding and cage, straps etc.) What are your ideas? Regards Don't bother trying to fix it as the others have said. Sportmask has some dealers in Europe, but the best value is always Protechsport. $335 CAD for the fiberglass is pretty good, even with the shipping cost from North America. It is a long wait, however, but from what I can tell with others who have them you cannot go wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james Posted October 7, 2018 Author Share Posted October 7, 2018 Thanks, guys for the replies. So the fit is the most important, wondering, what helmet should I go for, as there loads of different makes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TitanG Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 2 hours ago, james said: Thanks, guys for the replies. So the fit is the most important, wondering, what helmet should I go for, as there loads of different makes. If you can try something on in store that would be the best way without going custom like Protechsport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korppi32 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 You have 10 years old widow maker with a rusty cage, bad padding and loose straps . I think any new mask would be better. Good enough Wall W4 cost about 300€ and painted fiberglass REY maybe 400€ and Bauer 950x maybe 550€. Where do you live? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULTIMA Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 I say, any piece of gear over 5 years old needs to go. Might still be good but technologies have advanced since that time and there is always something better out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 13 hours ago, ULTIMA said: I say, any piece of gear over 5 years old needs to go. Might still be good but technologies have advanced since that time and there is always something better out there. I'd say that's poor advice. There are a multitude of reasons why you shouldn't just replace gear after an arbitrary amount of time. Though, if it affects your safety, even if a piece is brand new it should be replaced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 14 hours ago, ULTIMA said: I say, any piece of gear over 5 years old needs to go. Might still be good but technologies have advanced since that time and there is always something better out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 4 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said: I'd say that's poor advice. There are a multitude of reasons why you shouldn't just replace gear after an arbitrary amount of time. Though, if it affects your safety, even if a piece is brand new it should be replaced. Seriously lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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