Thursday, April 21. 2011Skid-Lid
Another cool old bicycle helmet given to me by our friend Dan. This one is manufactured by Skid-Lid.
 
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I have the same helmet only *red*, and would like to know more about it and the value. Thank you very much.
I really don't know anything about it. I'm guessing this was from the late 70s early 80s. I think the company is still in business.
Yes, it was the late 70's, because I bought a yellow one at that time. Took it on RAGBRAI VIII. Especially appreciated the tinted visor and excellent airflow. Unlike the styrofoam egg crate helmets of the time it featured the cellular foam so was multi-use (more than one crash without cracking). It was pulled from the market because it failed one of the helmet tests where a weight was dropped on the center of the helmet. Since it was open, it did not provide as much protection. I also experienced a sunburn on the top of my head due to that open feature. Still the best bike helmet I have owned and would love to get a new one.
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