Yes, I want to stay within DOT ratings -- the Skid Lids ARE DOT approved, though I cannot help but wonder how or why. *shrug* They are, that's good enough for what I'm looking for.
Jethro -- thanks, that's part of what I wanted to know. I"m probaly going to order online, but I know there's generally a huge deviation in sizes between brands -- a large for one can be a medium for another, or small -- who knows?
I'm used to riding with a full face too, but I find myself more and more riding with the visor up -- which increases drag, looks stupid, and is a pain in the butt. I realize the skid lids and other half helmets don't offer as much protection, but the reason I swapped my sportbike for a Speedmaster was to reduce my likelihood of splatting myself. I've done this effectively, now I want to really enjoy going more slowly.
--Jaeger
