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Giro Aether Spherical

I've toyed with writing this review as it's always a subjective response however...I've had a number of Giro helmets before - in fact I'd credit them with saving my life. They have all fitted perfectly. When this was released I waited until the time was right to buy and duly did. Mantel delivery was excellent tried on and it felt great. So it was with an eager anticipation that I used this on a 160km ride. After about the first 10km I noticed a rubbing at the back of my head from the Roc Loc system which I have to say was unpleasant. I stopped and adjusted it - it felt slightly better but there was an clear rubbing on my head (being bald it's easier to see). No matter what I did it felt like it was scratching my head. On the plus side I was well ventilated! When I returned home I noticed there were rough edges on the Roc Loc so I decided to tape them up. not what you expect to do on a top of the range lid. The first ride wasn't sunny so I didn't wear my sunnies (yes I know the rules) however what was noticeable was the front of the helmet was low on the forehead. On the second ride I decided to wear sunnies and suffice to say at the end of the ride I had a bruised nose as a consequence of the low front pushing down on the glasses. Again I tried to adjust but couldn't get to a position whereby it was comfortable front and rear. Now there are plenty of reviews which say it is comfortable and maybe it is my head - as I say I've had Giro before and currently using a Protone. Putting the Protone back on after this was like putting a pair of comfy slippers on - it was chalk and cheese. I can't fault the style or the ventilation but as I say this isn't for me. Cut my losses and sold for a bit less than I bought it for as it couldn't be returned. My advice would be to try before you buy!

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