LAS Squalo Bike Helmet
By Chris
from Williamsburg, VA on 04/14/2009
Pros:
Convenient back-of-head adjustment, Nice fit system/pads
Best Uses:
Cold-weather riding, Everyday riding, Mountain biking, Road cycling
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cyclist
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
The LAS Squalo helmet has been decribed to me as aggro, and ventilated. I felt that aggro was an unnecessary term. The helmet will definitely turn heads. It looks different than most other helmets I've worn. Instead of sleak open vents, the vents seem angular and remind me of air-intake scoops on cars and jets.
It seems a tad bulky to me, so I would tend to lean toward an MTB application, though I'm most certain that the pro-tour has it's share of LAS helmets in the pelaton.
It could be better ventilated. I have some experience with super-vented helmets (e.g. Giro Atmos) and it doesn't vent as well as that helmet. The helmet, however, has a much better fit, and a more versatile set of pads (both winter and summer). I am excited to wear this helmet some more.