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    Sol Alpha sf5 issue

    Hi guys,

    I own a SOL Alpha SF5 helmet. I have been using it for around 6 months and from the day I bought it, I have a headache while using it. I feel like the shell is pressing so hard on to my skull that I can't even ride for more than 40 minutes in a single stretch. While checking the pad size the shop owner told me its correct but I don't feel the comfort during my rides. Can someone help me out please?
    Last edited by xBhp; 10-24-2018, 11:57 AM.
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    Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

    Thread approved.

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    • #3
      Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

      Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
      Hi guys,

      I own a SOL Alpha SF5 helmet. I have been using it for around 6 months and from the day I bought it, I have a headache while using it. I feel like the shell is pressing so hard on to my skull that I can't even ride for more than 40 minutes in a single stretch. While checking the pad size the shop owner told me its correct but I don't feel the comfort during my rides. Can someone help me out please?
      It's time to sell it. It probably isn't the correct size or shape for your head.

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      • #4
        Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

        Originally posted by Shashank K R View Post
        It's time to sell it. It probably isn't the correct size or shape for your head.
        But its just 5months now brother...will it help if i change the paddings

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          Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

          Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
          But its just 5months now brother...will it help if i change the paddings
          What is your head size in cm and the size of the helmet?

          Then again, if the shell shape doesn't suit your head, no point trying anything. Trust me, I had the same experience with a HJC CL17.

          I wore it for 35 minutes in the store without any discomfort, but once I started going for longer rides, I started getting headaches. It was definitely not the weight.
          Last edited by Shashank K R; 10-24-2018, 02:57 PM.

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          • #6
            Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

            Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
            But its just 5months now brother...will it help if i change the paddings
            You can try but Shashank has mentioned a very important point. Is it the right shape for your head? If it is not then no amount of padding change would help.

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            • #7
              Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

              Originally posted by Shashank K R View Post
              What is your head size in cm and the size of the helmet?

              Then again, if the shell shape doesn't suit your head, no point trying anything.
              My size is 58 and the size of pad too is 57-58,the seller told me like it will take time to take the shape of your head...but till now no difference

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              • #8
                Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
                My size is 58 and the size of pad too is 57-58,the seller told me like it will take time to take the shape of your head...but till now no difference
                It also depends on how much time you have worn it. It should set with regular use, if it hasn't, well, there's not much you can do about it.

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                • #9
                  Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                  Originally posted by Shashank K R View Post
                  It also depends on how much time you have worn it. It should set with regular use, if it hasn't, well, there's not much you can do about it.
                  Like i dont use it regularly,i am studying here ina different place so when i get vacations i use it

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                  • #10
                    Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                    Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
                    Like i dont use it regularly,i am studying here ina different place so when i get vacations i use it
                    Wear it for some more time, if there's no improvement, sell it.

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                    • #11
                      Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                      Originally posted by Shashank K R View Post
                      Wear it for some more time, if there's no improvement, sell it.
                      how much will i get if i sell it brother

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                      • #12
                        Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                        Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
                        how much will i get if i sell it brother
                        No idea, if you're lucky, you'll get a good price.

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                        • #13
                          Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                          Originally posted by Shashank K R View Post
                          No idea, if you're lucky, you'll get a good price.
                          Where can i sell it bro?in olx or something

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                          • #14
                            Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                            Originally posted by wandering_thumper View Post
                            My size is 58 and the size of pad too is 57-58,the seller told me like it will take time to take the shape of your head...but till now no difference

                            So how much time do you spend wearing helmet?

                            I'm using SOL Unicorn II 68s since 4 years now. haven't changed padding till date.

                            I would say spend more time wearing helmet. If you feel headache then open visor and breath some air. it'll reduce the stress caused by tight cheek pads. Yes I also feel headaches sometimes but ti lasts only for seconds. try adjust your helmet around your head by rotating up and down and left - right.

                            once you get use to the cheek pads there wont be any head aches.
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                              Re: Sol Alpha sf5 issue

                              Originally posted by saorabbh View Post
                              So how much time do you spend wearing helmet?

                              I'm using SOL Unicorn II 68s since 4 years now. haven't changed padding till date.

                              I would say spend more time wearing helmet. If you feel headache then open visor and breath some air. it'll reduce the stress caused by tight cheek pads. Yes I also feel headaches sometimes but ti lasts only for seconds. try adjust your helmet around your head by rotating up and down and left - right.

                              once you get use to the cheek pads there wont be any head aches.
                              My cheek pads are ok brother but only the head portion is a bit problem. If it was just a small pain i would leave it but I feel like the shell is pressing on to my head because only two parts of the head are paining,i thought it was because of padding but when the shop owner checked both where the same size 58.

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