Squeak 17 #1 September 9, 2003 has anyone here used a Headfirst Cougar Full face helmet? I have the opportunity to buy for 50% less than retail so before i even consider it I would like some unbiased testament?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #2 September 9, 2003 I have one - its an exact copy of a Z1 but made by monkeys. The quality is really not all that. I got mine cheep. It was well worth it. Its comfy and I think much much more sturdy than the Z1 and will give more protection. This comes at the price of being significantly heavier. The visor has only ever come up on me once - and thats cos I didnt tighten the bolts on it first. Its warm and incorperates the oxygen neck sheild and the chin strap from the Z1 so thats also good. The bolts... well they are pastic and fell out within seconds of us opening the package (my house mate and me bought two together). We both replaced them that day with bolts from the local hardware store - no biggy. Replace yours - try to get ones which fit perfectly into the hole or the visor will have lateral movement and will pop up in freefall (as above). The lining came away from the shell in one place but that was cured with a glue gun... I understand the Z1 suffers from exactly the same problem though so no difference there. The fit was very nice for me and I must say that its one of the most comfortable helmets I've ever worn, although my head appears to be odd as most are quite uncomfortable. The custom artwork is good - if they're still doing their free artwork deal, get some. er... the breathing holes in the front are fine - no problem with misting up and with the new bolts i've even exited with the visor up a coulpe of times with no probs. I dont see it splitting at any time like I've seen Z1's do - its sturdier. I feel confident with the chin protection. The visor closes with a spring type pin that engages with a hole in the visor at the very front - this is easy to work under canopy / in gloves. It has twin internal audiable pockets. These are just pockets in the lining so Im always worried about losing my dyter after taking my helmet off but they work perfect when its on your head. Overall, I think its a nice helmet but obviously a copy. Its essentially a sturdy Z1 thats rough round the edges. If its cheep - buy it. If its the same price as other more expensive helmets, buy one of those. Customer service is great, although I've heard of problems if you start complaining. er i think thats about it - just ask if you have any more questions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #3 September 9, 2003 appologies for the brain dump above... oh and when I ordered mine going on a year ago, they were supposed to be bringing out the cougar 2. This apparently adresses all the problems I highlight such as the bolts and has a few extra features. Check if this is what's on offer. Delivery is litterally a couple of days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #4 September 10, 2003 thanks for all tharTotal Control is in this town where I live so If I get one I'll pick it up. The normal price is $395AUD I can get at 50% off so is $200AUD a resonable price for a helemt built by monkiesYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
