TRAVERSE Issue 19 - August 2020 | Page 139

also be used with goggles without removing the visor. It’s a great feature. While wind noise, at just over 100 decibels isn’t too bad, the lack of wind flow through the helmet is. The vents feel cheap and small, there’s plenty of ventilation channels inside the helmet but air just doesn’t get in there. It’s the most disappointing feature of the helmet. As you’d expect with a Shoei helmet the safety features are some of the best, quick release cheek pads and wide chin strap. Despite the few issues with the Shoei Helmet it is one that all adventure riders should consider. The Shoei Hornet comes in most sizes and with numerous colour designs. The Shoei Hornet is available from most helmet retailers. Subscribe to Traverse and you could win a Shoei Hornet helmet. Megan Governi TRAVERSE 139