Topic: you guys see this?

[Ayrity]

just thought I would put this up here so everyone could read about it. Saw the article in my new issue of popular mechanics. Their website is down at the moment, lazerhelmets.com but here is an article that covers what its all about. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/lazer-superskin/

[Don R]

I've noticed some of the new race helmets are dull finish and feel rubbery on the outside, maybe a trend in that direction.

[Ayrity]

supposed to reduce the twist that happens to your head and neck after the impact, lets your head slide straight down the road heh

[coldright]

They estimate that it will reduce diffuse axonal injury from rotational force... the problem is that diffuse axonal injury or shearing is a much broader injury that results from more than just one mechanism.

[HondanutRider]

I've noticed some of the new race helmets are dull finish and feel rubbery on the outside, maybe a trend in that direction.

Some helmets do come in a "rubbery" paint finish - which isn't this type of "superskin" treatment.  I have found from first-hand experience that this "rubbery" type of finish is not very durable, as it seems to attract oils and become very dirty easily.  Oil (e.g. from your hands) once it is on the surface, makes the paint softer and attracts dirt, as well as making the paint easily rub off in those spots.  From the article about Superskin, I expect it would be more durable and not have this type of problem.