Touratech Aventuro Carbon 2 Helmet

Life is better when things fit right. Too hot, too cold, maybe a little loose... a game we've all played when trying to find the right riding gear, from fingers to feet, top to bottom.

-  Justin W. Coffey

My hunt for the right helmet has been long and arduous. I've worn everything from $100 open-face lids to $1,000+ carbon race helmets intended for MotoGP speeds. Finding a helmet for a long-distance adventure ride is a particularly difficult deal. Unlike short dirt or dual-sport ride, you need to be prepared to knock down numerous highway miles en route to your next destination. And unlike an entirely on-road ride, your helmet must handle the dust and dirt of an off-road adventure. It needs to be a jack-of-all-trades. It should be comfortable for long days on pavement or dirt, and able to withstand the weather and what it will likely throw at you. It should also provide enough ventilation and airflow so that it won't fog up or overheat your head when riding more difficult terrain.