I run a hjc carbon fiber snell 2005 motorcycle helmet (i have bikes and sleds too, bought one good "do-everything" helmet). Hjc's are good bang for the buck. I work at a motorcycle shop part time and get all last years closeout colors at blowout prices. Retail was close to 450, I think I paid 220. If you search at motorcycle outlets there's some bargains to be had. I would definately stick to a brand name though (bell, shoei, arai, hjc, joe rocket etc). I dont have any kids yet so my squash aint worth simpson-money!