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Bell Influx II Bike Helmet

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As close as you can get to air-conditioned head protection on the single track--and top-of-the-line performance features too!

Fusion process integrates the liner and microshell into single structure for lightweight strength and superior protection from sudden impacts
GPS (Geared Positioning System) offers the ultimate ease of one-hand suspension adjustment for a superior fit
Cam-lock levers on the side straps offer quick adjustment for a fine-tuned fit
A massive 18 vents channel cooling airflow across your cranium
Removable visor blocks sun and other elements, or can be removed for a streamlined look
Micro-denier sealed-edge fit pads wick moisture away from you and dry quickly to keep you comfortable when the sweat starts to roll
Meets or exceeds U.S. CPSC standards for bicycle helmets

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Bell Influx II Bike Helmet Specs

Specification

S	M	L

Best use

Mountain biking	Mountain biking	Mountain biking
Mountain	Mountain	Mountain
20 -21.75 inches	21.75 - 23.25 inches	23.25 - 24.75 inches
309 grams	309 grams	309 grams
18	18	18
Yes	Yes	Yes
Unisex	Unisex	Unisex

Helmet style

Head circumference

Weight

Vents

Visor

Gender

Bell Influx II Bike Helmet Customer Reviews

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Bell Influx II Bike Helmet

4.9

(based on 16 reviews)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment (16)
Good ventilation (13)
Nice fit system/pads (12)
Lightweight (11)
Durable (6)

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain biking (13)
Everyday riding (10)
Road cycling (6)
Warm weather (6)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (16 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (10), Casual/ recreational (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

Reviewed by 16 customers

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Jul

2009

(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Cool and Comfortable

By Sixgun

from Austin, TX

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Good ventilation

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday riding
Road cycling
Warm Weather

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

As summer started to approach I started looking for a replacement for my helmet which was the cheapest thing I could find at the chain store bike section. I had several criteria:
Comfortable
Well ventilated
Able to mount a LED headlight without much problem.
Price was also a factor but not a huge one. I was willing to pay for comfort. I seriously considered the Gyro Atmos. High $, high end but super well ventilated. Lots of reviews raved about its comfort. I also considered a helmet by Fox which had a nice ridge in the front to help out with mounting the light.
In the end though I ended up with the Bell Influx which was about ½ to 1/3 the price of the others. As "cool" as the Gyro Atmos seemed I couldn't deny that the Bell fit my head better. The internal curve of the helmet was more condusive to my head shape. Also the back mounting bracket (where you adjust) goes considerably lower than the pinch brackets on the Gyros helmets.

This results in a more secure front to back hold and keeps the helmet positioned at the proper angle for safety. Probably not as cool but I'll take a little hit for a better fit. I also like that it's the dial type system vs the pinch clip system.

Compared to department store helmets it was pretty cool though. I could feel the difference in heat buildup after wearing it outside for 5 minutes. The larger holes allow for greater heat to escape as well as ventilation. Its probably not as aerodynamic as a racing helmet, but I'm not a racer.

But what really sold the helmet over the atmos and the fox was getting the light mounted on it. I use a Petzl Myo XP as my main light at night and previously I had been taping it to the helmet. With this helmet if you slide out the strap mounting studs on the front of the helmet you can slip the elastic band of the light under them and pull it down. Also the back has a flat enough area to handle the battery pack. It holds the light with no problem.

My only gripe on the fit is it needs a little more padding at the very top. I'm going to grab some foam and stick it there. Also it is a mountain bike helmet vs a road bike helmet, so its not the thinnest, lightest thing available.

It was really nice to find a helmet that met all my needs and wasn't priced at the higher end of the spectrum.

So to Recap
Pros
Cool(er)
Great fit, superior mounting system (at least for my head).
Reasonably priced compared to some other offerings.
Can mount my headlight

Cons
Needs a little more top padding.

Conclusion
A great helmet for the price, good ventilation, excellent fit. If your looking for a new helmet give this one a try, but go for what fits your head best. If your using a department store grade helmet and heat is in issue get a more ventilated helmet, it really does make a difference.

Dec

2007

(13 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Loved My Bell Influx and Will Buy Again

By Mike in NC

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Easy replacement policy
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain biking

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

I tried on several helmets but loved the fit of the Bell Influx. I also prefer the dial tension system it uses to the pinch levers on other helmets. The Influx performed well on rides with LOTS of airflow keeping me cool. It looks sharp too. I loved my new helmet. A few hours ago, I just broke it when I hooked a tree with my handlebar and went down hitting the side of my head around the temple on a very large root. The helmet did it's job perfectly, breaking so that I wouldn't. In fact, it there was no swelling, no bruise (so far) and no pain. This helmet is awesome and I will absolutely get another one. [...] Even if I have to pay full price, it will be well worth the money. If the Influx fits you well, buy one!

Jul

2009

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best of the best

By MTBxplorer

from Orange County, California

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Comfort
Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Durable
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads
Solid design

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday riding
Mountain biking
Road cycling

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

I dislike wearing any thing on my head (hat, helmet, etc.) However, I enjoy the comfort of this helmet. Excellent choice for anyone who don't like to wear helmet, but feels it is necessary.

Sep

2007

(9 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

If anything gets in your way turn

By ride hard

from Park City. Utah

About Me Avid Cyclist, Competitive Cyclist

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Easy replacement policy
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain biking

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

Having the ride of the summer on the Mid Mountain Trail, I came to the new connector to Deer Vally Resort. Lots of bunnies, lots high banking. To fast to soon, I hit a double jump with a tight left turn right after. As I was in flight, I did not have time to react to the turn, plus I did not see that it was a double jump. I was short.I hit the second jump and then got ejected. I flew thought the air like a rocket. Not enough time to brace my self for impact. I landed on my head, not a soft landing. The Bell Helmet protected my head. It did its job, it did show 4 cracks. I was unhurt. Ride Hard Ride Fast

May

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Comfortable and cool!

By Chipskip

from Chandler, AZ

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Easy replacement policy
Good ventilation

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday riding

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

I just recently starting riding again. I am riding canal roads and main streets six days a week. The helmet is comfortable and breaths. Riding in 100 degree weather requires that little extra bit. This is a great helmet.

Apr

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great helmet, I bought it twice!

By HaGau

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Accomodates lights easily
Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday riding
Mountain biking

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

This is a great helmet. I liked it so much that I bought it again after my first one cracked. The helmet has lots of ventilation holes which make it easy to mount lights to both the front and back of it. It also has a nice fitting/padding system which allows it to fit nicely to your head.

Dec

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Nice lid for the $$

By Marshall5686

from Wasatch Baclk, UT

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain biking
Road cycling

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

I'm on my third Bell Influx - First one did it's job in a nasty crash that broke my collarbone. Liked the fit so much I bought another one and also got one via the Bell replacement program. I have one for the trail and the other on the Road. They fit, vent well and do their job when you plant one on your head. Why pay more?

May

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Love this helmet

By The Sheltie

from Bozeman, MT

About Me Competitive Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Durable
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Mountain biking

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

Received this very fast!! Been out over Memorial Day weekend and it was super comfortable and didn't want to move around. Gave good ventilation and was not even noticable on my head. Love it!

Dec

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Bomb proof

By Crash

from Chesterfield, VA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Durable
Good ventilation
Lightweight
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Best Uses

Everyday riding
Mountain biking
Warm Weather

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

This helmet was a gift given to me about 8 months ago. It fit like a glove. I have always had a hard time finding a good helmet that fits and isn't so over-priced only the rich can afford it. I rode several trails in Moab UT in the middle of July. That alone was a true test as it allowed ample airflow and kept me as cool as possible. I now live in VA and it took some beatings. Not use to all those trees out here. Had the unfortunate happen, my riding buddy left it on the back of his car and forgot it. It ended up in the middle of an intersection and ran over by a semi. Let's just say that if my head had to be ran over by a semi, I would want this helmet on my dome. It did fracture in places but it held together. So I will be most definately be buying another.

May

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Not just functional, also comfortable!

By tall.betty

from Novi, MI

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Convenient back-of-head adjustment
Good ventilation
Nice fit system/pads

Cons

Lacks ponytail room

Best Uses

Everyday riding
Mountain biking

Comments about Bell Influx II Bike Helmet:

This helmet fit and was comfortable right out the box, no messing around with extra pads. It stays in place well and has easily adjustable chin straps. It also has reasonable ventilation. I would highly recommend this helmet to anyone.