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Husqvarna
AA Class
I was in the market for a new lid, and had interest in two lesser seen options. Given that, I ordered both to try, planning to return the one I preferred less. While in hand, I thought I'd take the time to share my thoughts, as I figure I'm not the only one interested in these helmets...
Vemar VRX9 vs. Suomy Mr. Jump
Never having owned either brand, I liked them both (in print), but the reviews of each are limited. For some background on me (or at least my head), I've owned several Bell Moto 8s' and Troy Lee Airs. They both fit my head shape well, and the sizing seems consistent between them. My comparisons of these two new ones are based on what I've known from the Bell and Troy Lee....
To my eye, both of these helmets have a stylish shape. Both have venting and internal channels FAR more substantial than either the Bell or Troy Lee. Of note: I chose these two colors based on what would look best on my Husky. It just turns out that I preferred the plain white of the Vemar over the other Vemar graphics. As pictured, these are both $350ish. Had the Vemar had graphics, it would be $100 higher.
Both of these run true to size large. Both have a nice head shape, and had I ordered either alone, I would like the fit enough to keep. The Suomy feels a tiny bit narrow if anything, but I'm picking at straws. The Vemar has a great shape, but something's a tiny bit strange at the ears. It's as if the ear pockets are a fraction too far back, and slightly press the front of my ears. Not at all in a way that particularly bothers me, but enough to speak of...
There is a pretty big size gap externally between these two, but the Vemar neither strikes you as a big shell, nor the Suomy as a small shell, and only becomes apparent when placed side by side.
Both visors have plenty of range in adjustment, however the Vemar has more visor, and I would assume it would offer more protection should a bunch of roost be headed your way. I noticed the back corners of both helmets tried to grab my goggle strap when removing them, something I've never noticed on any prior helmet I've owned.
Both interiors are well made. The Vemar seems a bit thicker padded, the Suomy a bit less. The Suomy looks a bit fancier for what that's worth. Comfort is a draw.
The eye port of the Vemar is a bit larger, though I have no issue with goggle fitment on the Suomy either.
Chin bar to face spacing is similar. A bit further away than my Troy Lee, but not excessively so...
I don't at all consider my Troy Lee to be heavy, but the Vemar is lighter, and the Suomy so light it's simply amazing...
Fit and finish seems great on each. Maybe the Vemar seems a bit better in that regard, but maybe it's because the Suomy is so ridiculously light it makes the Vemar seem more solid. Both come with helmet bags only. The Vemar bag is a nicer bag, but I don't buy helmets for the bag.
Which will I keep? I'd be happy with either for sure. In a race this tight, I just can't get past the fact the Suomy weighs about the same as a heavy toboggan, so I think I'll go that route...
Vemar VRX9 vs. Suomy Mr. Jump
Never having owned either brand, I liked them both (in print), but the reviews of each are limited. For some background on me (or at least my head), I've owned several Bell Moto 8s' and Troy Lee Airs. They both fit my head shape well, and the sizing seems consistent between them. My comparisons of these two new ones are based on what I've known from the Bell and Troy Lee....
To my eye, both of these helmets have a stylish shape. Both have venting and internal channels FAR more substantial than either the Bell or Troy Lee. Of note: I chose these two colors based on what would look best on my Husky. It just turns out that I preferred the plain white of the Vemar over the other Vemar graphics. As pictured, these are both $350ish. Had the Vemar had graphics, it would be $100 higher.
Both of these run true to size large. Both have a nice head shape, and had I ordered either alone, I would like the fit enough to keep. The Suomy feels a tiny bit narrow if anything, but I'm picking at straws. The Vemar has a great shape, but something's a tiny bit strange at the ears. It's as if the ear pockets are a fraction too far back, and slightly press the front of my ears. Not at all in a way that particularly bothers me, but enough to speak of...
There is a pretty big size gap externally between these two, but the Vemar neither strikes you as a big shell, nor the Suomy as a small shell, and only becomes apparent when placed side by side.
Both visors have plenty of range in adjustment, however the Vemar has more visor, and I would assume it would offer more protection should a bunch of roost be headed your way. I noticed the back corners of both helmets tried to grab my goggle strap when removing them, something I've never noticed on any prior helmet I've owned.
Both interiors are well made. The Vemar seems a bit thicker padded, the Suomy a bit less. The Suomy looks a bit fancier for what that's worth. Comfort is a draw.
The eye port of the Vemar is a bit larger, though I have no issue with goggle fitment on the Suomy either.
Chin bar to face spacing is similar. A bit further away than my Troy Lee, but not excessively so...
I don't at all consider my Troy Lee to be heavy, but the Vemar is lighter, and the Suomy so light it's simply amazing...
Fit and finish seems great on each. Maybe the Vemar seems a bit better in that regard, but maybe it's because the Suomy is so ridiculously light it makes the Vemar seem more solid. Both come with helmet bags only. The Vemar bag is a nicer bag, but I don't buy helmets for the bag.
Which will I keep? I'd be happy with either for sure. In a race this tight, I just can't get past the fact the Suomy weighs about the same as a heavy toboggan, so I think I'll go that route...
