Talon Helmet
4.5
5
12
12
Bought to use for a helmet cam
This helmet works well with a GoPro camera. The helmet stays in place and I don't really notice the extra weight or different balance point with the camera attached. Even with long extension mounts the helmet stays put. For every day use I would prefer to wear a lighter more open Giro helmet.
January 28, 2012
Giro Talon Helmet
Durable Giro helmet. Bought for my teenage son, who ski races for high school and local team. Appropriate protection, complies with USSA and FIS guidelines. Can accomodate chin guard. High quality helmet at very reasonable price. Good looking too!
December 28, 2011
Great Helmet... watch the sizing
This helmet is great. The cyan color is bright blue. I ordered a Large based on fit of other Giro helmets I had, and it runs just a bit smaller, mostly around the front near temples and cheeks. I returned it for an XL. Quality is good for the money. Styling is nice.
September 14, 2011
Giro Talon Helmet
I love this helmet. Comfortable and lightweight. A great looking design. It is warm, and perfect fitting.
For the money, it is a fantastic helmet.
January 18, 2011
Great helmet for a great price !!
This helmet is well-designed and well-crafted. It's comfortable and warm, looks cool too. The graphics are great. Altrec.com was very good to work with. Everything went fast and smoothly. I'll be back to Altrec because of this & I'll stay with Giro as long as they continue producing this level of quality.
December 24, 2010
Great product, good quality, slightly uncomfortable on my head. Could be just me though.
December 13, 2010
Giro Talon
I tried other Giro helmets on for size in stores before purchasing this one online cuz I couldn't find the Talon in my local stores. All those I tried were mediums and they had a little wiggle room in them, about enough to fit a head sock if needed. The medium Talon that I received was a bit more snug than those other mediums I tried on. None the less, it is a good fit and comfortable. I can hear fine through the full coverage and the chin strap has light padding and is not at all bothersome. Removing the vent covers requires taking off the helmet to unscrew the fasteners or a pretty adept bare hand while still on. Stowing the covers requires a trip to a large jacket pocket or my backpack, hence the less than excellent rating on performance. The helmet does not interfere with the face fit of my medium size Smith goggles and the goggle strap buckle in the back fits perfectly under the strap keeper on the back (where I've had trouble before with other helmets). It came with a nice helmet bag that has a interior goggle pocket. I really like this helmet and hope it continues to hold up over time.
October 21, 2010
Nice!
The slopes haven't opened yet, so I haven't had a chance to do more than try it on around the house. Seems like a very good quality and comfortable helmet. FYI, the color of the blue/pewter helmet in the picture is not what it looks like in person. The blue is much brighter, so unless you want a bright blue helmet, order the black. Altrec was fantactic all the way around. I will be shopping here again!
November 11, 2009
Racing Helmet
I bought this helmet for my 10 year old son to race with. It fits well and he says it is comfortable. Plus it has a great shape and graphics so it doesn't look dorky.
November 9, 2009
Good helmet
It fits my XXL head pretty well. I like the capacity to adjust ventilation by removing the racing covers. The only complaint I have is that the helmet fits a little low on my brow. This is probably due to the shape of my head
February 14, 2009
Great Helmet
The Helmet is exactly what I was looking for. It is light and very comfortable. I was also impressed with Altrec.com. I intend to buy from them in the future.
February 9, 2009
Nice Lid!
I was looking for a helmet that I could wear everyday and in occasional masters races. This helmet fits me well, doesn't look too dorky, and isn't too hot, unlike some other race-type helmets that don't have the extra vents.
February 11, 2008
