Protec

Cyphon - Protec - $70

While teetering on that categorical edge of abominable helmets from outer space, the Cyphon offers a merger between the ventilation / functionality of a bicycle helmet and the aesthetic simplicity of a skate helmet. However, a consumer review did list this helmet as an essential skate helmet that, in great vain, merely offers the iconography of a bicycle helmet. This rather pricey helmet is unsuitable for longer rides in warmer weather, but certainly offers a degree of ventilation uncommon amongst the more attractive helmets. The rear of the helmet (images available on the Protec website) features an inexplicable, yet moderately alluring design that resembles haphazard slices from a topographical map.