[CharlieBucket]

Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

I'm of the same mindset, Nick. Even though I won't dismiss the Snell rating (as you say, the approved lids will still protect you), I do think that the European standards are a little more realistic in their testing methods. I typically refer to the Sharp testing results whenever I consider a helmet:

http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/

This is a terrific site - I'll be checking with them before I buy my next helmet. Thanks!