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The Raider 3 is a spartan take on a ski helmet. Its design is heavily influenced by skateboarding, so much so that it’s one of the only products on this guide rated for multi-season use. It’s a solid, traditional ABS (see guide at end) shell that doesn’t cut any corners when it comes to durability. Heartiness aside, the Raider 3 certainly isn’t the most comfortable helmet on the market. It weighs more than most other options, has minimal ventilation, and lacks an adjustable fit system aside from the chinstrap. It also doesn’t have MIPS or other angled impact protection (see guide) which may be a deal-breaker for some.
The Raider 3 takes a heavy-handed approach to protection. It’s quite literally a solid choice for anyone seeking a no-frills budget helmet; and one of the more obvious choices if you’re the type to rip out the side padding and liners anyway. If you’re a multi-sport border, it could be your one stop solution for protection.
Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
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Heavy handed construction -
Rated for multiple seasons
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Comparatively warm
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Good price for protection
Things we don't like:
Heavy and not well-ventilated- No rotational protection
Heavy and not well-ventilatedWhere to buy:
Specs & Features
- ABS shell
- Fixed ventilation
- No rotational impact protection
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Our Overall Review
We have thoroughly tested - and read reviews from other experts and users. In summary, this is what we think:
Things we like:
-
Heavy handed construction
-
Rated for multiple seasons
-
Comparatively warm
-
Good price for protection
Things we don't like:
- Heavy and not well-ventilated
- No rotational protection
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