If I drop the helmet, would the mirror reasonably survive with just a readjustment? I understand anything can break but looking for "normal" dropping.
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In my opinion the mirror would survive because the extension arm would absorb all the impact.
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The mirror and mounting assembly will survive a hard drop. It is constructed from a premium grade acetal copolymer material (see Loc-Line® website). In my experience, it might pop at the connection at where the articulated arm meets the helmet mount ball. If that happens just snap it back on. Often I snap it apart at that point to pack in my gear bag. I have weak hands so I
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The mirror is very sturdy. I packed it and lugged it on several plane flights with no problem. I would be more concerned about damage to the helmet if it was dropped.
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I haven't dropped mine .easy to readjust it .It is functional but I don't like it .
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Not sure what 'normal' might be. A very small drop of the helmet would not damage the mirror. The arm piece is made of plastic (good quality and pretty substantial). I keep my helmet in a drawer in the garage. A few times the mirror has taken a hit as it's been put away - realigns the location, but does no damage. The arm is modular and sections can come apart - but just snap back in without any problem. Better made the pretty much any other mirror that I've used.
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Pretty sure it would be OK. Mirror has full sides and back covering of plastic. The glass used in the mirror doesn't seem to be a brittle or fragile kind. We haven't dropped ours hard but they have had a few knocks. The support arm just bends or snaps free and you just need to push it back together again. It is well made and is not flimsy or fragile.
2003939
I think you can buy some sort of attachment and affix it to your helmet ... or wear clear glasses which keeps you safe from debris and bugs.
2035639
EASY! Get a small piece of foam - we used thin slice of carpet foam that is tapered so it gets a little thicker towards one end - and keep it stuck gently at bottom - mirror stays in place no problem. I have a 10X mirror stuck on the Ott mirror on one side and 15X (scary!) on the other - 15X is heavier so it definitely tends to tilt mirror but foam keeps it in place nicely and no trouble to do it. Takes a second. You could use any relatively stiff foam or even plastic or aluminum foil - anything you have that won't harm the mechanism. best wishes!
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No problems here and I've had mine for several months. As mentioned, it fits very securely to the existing mirror. But I can see where a combination of a rough road and a car mirror that moves easily might result in some mis-alignment.
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Luke, I mounted mine on the left side of the helmet. Works pretty good, but it will take some time to get used to it and get it adjusted right. The recommendation to adjust it where you see the edge of your ear to the right of the mirror is pretty good. Good luck.
490456
The visor on mine is part of the liner. If I remove the liner, it changes the fit quite a bit. I just leave it flipped up. The helmet is very comfortable.
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It seems like it would! You attach velcro to the inside of your helmet. The velcro is what holds the mirror onto the helmet. I have a Bell Volt helmet and it works fine for me
1795387
I drop mine a lot of times and it didn't brake or anything. I like my case. I'm not as scared as I used to e when I drop it. No need to worry.
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Hey Beverly.A woman should be able to wear this helmet without any problems. I have the large version and its very adjustable. I may get a small/medium if I were a woman, unless you're taller and have a larger head. I am six feet tall and have a somewhat large head and the large works well.Im not sure about mounting reflectors. I personally have found that its a little easier to put reflectors on seat posts pedals and other parts of the bike, but to each his own. All in all its a good helmet. I think you'd be happy with it in small. I came from a Giro Hex which was also a nice helmet, but this helmet has more venting and as a result keeps you quite a bit cooler in hot weather. Best of luck. Hey Beverly.A woman should be able to wear this helmet without any problems. I have the large version and its very adjustable. I may get a small/medium if I were a woman, unless you're taller and have a larger head. I am six feet tall and have a somewhat large head and the large works well.Im not sure about mounting reflectors. I personally have found that its a little easier to put reflectors on seat posts pedals and other parts of the bike, but to each his own. All in all its a good helmet. I think you'd be happy with it in small. I came from a Giro Hex... » Read More Hey Beverly.A woman should be able to wear this helmet without any problems. I have the large version and its very adjustable. I may get a small/medium if I were a woman, unless you're taller and have a larger head. I am six feet tall and have a somewhat large head and the large works well.Im not sure about mounting reflectors. I personally have found that its a little easier to put reflectors on seat posts pedals and other parts of the bike, but to each his own. All in all its a good helmet. I think you'd be happy with it in small. I came from a Giro Hex which was also a nice helmet, but this helmet has more venting and as a result keeps you quite a bit cooler in hot weather. Best of luck. « Show Less
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My mirror(s) have never fallen over. I am more than satisfied with them. Yes, I bought another a few weeks later for my daughter. I would recommend them to anyone!
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Mine is fine. I don't see any reason it would break unless somebody slams it shut and breaks the mirror.
783667
We actually only sell the mirror attached to the helmet- not the helmet itself. Sorry!
1935884
If you lay it down carefully it won't break but may be mal-adjusted when you go to use it. I lean the other side against a wall. Mine fell over in soft dirt and it survived with nothing but a bent screw. Keep in mind that this is so inexpensive that you can really afford to get a spare. It's is hands down the best mirror I have ever used. Fragile? Yes, but works so well!! You could always get some rebar and build a cage for it if you treat your bike like junk. That would save it.
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In order to keep the mirror tied tight in position, so that it won't "wiggle" about while riding, the zip ties must be pulled very tight.So, yes, you would need to cut the ties when removing the mirror from the helmet.That shouldn't be a problem. The local Harbor Freight (also online) frequently offers zip ties on sale: 300 ties for $2.00.That would probably be a lifetime supply of zip ties, at least as far as securing your helmet mirror.
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It should. There is a velcro "patch" (about 2x3 cm) which sticks securely to the inside of a helmet. The mirror bracket has its own similar patch. I wondered initially how well it would work but I have taken several rides and the mirror stays in place. The other thing I like is how far the mirror extends in front of the helmet which makes it easier to see at a glance.
2028695
I have worn this over a bike helmet. A little tip, if you use mirror hangers you can easily make a strap holder on the side of the hardhat hat will keep it from sliding.
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I think you are saying this like you already try it. And you are right the adhesive mount is rigid and it wont take the helmet shape. My suggestion use another mount, what about goggles, Do you use googles? try with that. That the only thing I can say. Bless