cow-corner
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masuri helmets vs albion helmets
which helmets do people think are better??
which helmets do people think are better??
masuri helmets vs albion helmets
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mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
Not much in it I reckon. Masuri were where the helmet of choice when I was younger. Albion took over and ruled the roost for a while but with so many companies making their own the market is diluted somewhat.
Latest versions from both companies; so people can have a better idea -
Masuri -
Albion -
Not much in it I reckon. Masuri were where the helmet of choice when I was younger. Albion took over and ruled the roost for a while but with so many companies making their own the market is diluted somewhat.
Latest versions from both companies; so people can have a better idea -
Masuri -
Albion -
Ryan Francis
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
There's just something about the Masuri that tips it over the Albion. Maybe it's because Jayasuriya still wears one! I'm sorry that I'm so biased
There's just something about the Masuri that tips it over the Albion. Maybe it's because Jayasuriya still wears one! I'm sorry that I'm so biased
mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
I have to say that I think Masuri just edges for me as well, maybe it's an old school thing. Really though, I'm not that fussed as long as they do their job and stop me getting pinged.
I have to say that I think Masuri just edges for me as well, maybe it's an old school thing. Really though, I'm not that fussed as long as they do their job and stop me getting pinged.
cow-corner
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
yeah, my previous helmet was an albion, which i used for a couple of seasons before getting a masuri this year.
imo the masuris look better and fit my head better, but the albions are comfortable all the same.
albions new version i think is just plain ugly, imo the previous version looks way better
that helmet being much the same of the one i used
yeah, my previous helmet was an albion, which i used for a couple of seasons before getting a masuri this year.
imo the masuris look better and fit my head better, but the albions are comfortable all the same.
albions new version i think is just plain ugly, imo the previous version looks way better
that helmet being much the same of the one i used
mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
The Albion I included is their top end model, the mid and lower range are similar to the one C-C put up.
The Albion I included is their top end model, the mid and lower range are similar to the one C-C put up.
Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
ive not tried a Masuri, but i have an Albion. i tried on just about every other type of helmet apart from a Masuri before buying (the cheapest Masuri in the shop was £20 more expensive than the Albion, and im not a batsman). the Albion was easily the most comfortable on my head. that is going to be a matter of preference though, id imagine head shape comes into play.
2 things i dont particularly like about the Albion though is the chin strap (which is just never comfortable, no matter how loose or tight i have it, or where i position it on my chin). and secondly, the ear foam pieces. they dont properly fit into the grille, they always pop back out. in the end ive completely wrapped mine with insulating tape to keep them in place, but they protrude less than they should so will be of less effect if i get hit in that area (im hoping i never do lol).
i do however really like the foam inserts inside the helmet so that you can adjust the fit in every direction. my helmet is slightly too large so ive doubled up the foam (stuck the big ones to the small ones) and now it sits very nicely.
ive not tried a Masuri, but i have an Albion. i tried on just about every other type of helmet apart from a Masuri before buying (the cheapest Masuri in the shop was £20 more expensive than the Albion, and im not a batsman). the Albion was easily the most comfortable on my head. that is going to be a matter of preference though, id imagine head shape comes into play.
2 things i dont particularly like about the Albion though is the chin strap (which is just never comfortable, no matter how loose or tight i have it, or where i position it on my chin). and secondly, the ear foam pieces. they dont properly fit into the grille, they always pop back out. in the end ive completely wrapped mine with insulating tape to keep them in place, but they protrude less than they should so will be of less effect if i get hit in that area (im hoping i never do lol).
i do however really like the foam inserts inside the helmet so that you can adjust the fit in every direction. my helmet is slightly too large so ive doubled up the foam (stuck the big ones to the small ones) and now it sits very nicely.
Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
I used to have an Albion when I was 13/14 (now 43!!) it was green (Go Australia) and had that large polycarbonate full face guard with the large holes in it. The face guard continually got caught on the point of my shoulder as I played drives. In the end I got so frustrated with it, I just left off. Hardly anyone wore them in juniors then. My Son who is now 12 has to wear them or no play. Boy how times have changed!! Must admit he's at me all the time to buy one and I have both Masuri & Albion in the picture. Its a hard choice.
Not a fan of the new types as stated by previous posters. I like the traditional types of helmets, and not the Tony Greig St Peter type. Looked like an open face motorcycle helmet!!
I used to have an Albion when I was 13/14 (now 43!!) it was green (Go Australia) and had that large polycarbonate full face guard with the large holes in it. The face guard continually got caught on the point of my shoulder as I played drives. In the end I got so frustrated with it, I just left off. Hardly anyone wore them in juniors then. My Son who is now 12 has to wear them or no play. Boy how times have changed!! Must admit he's at me all the time to buy one and I have both Masuri & Albion in the picture. Its a hard choice.
Not a fan of the new types as stated by previous posters. I like the traditional types of helmets, and not the Tony Greig St Peter type. Looked like an open face motorcycle helmet!!
mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
Don't forget that there are other makes out there which do the job just as well. However, Albion and Masuri are the big brands when it comes to helmets.
Don't forget that there are other makes out there which do the job just as well. However, Albion and Masuri are the big brands when it comes to helmets.
LIONS then DAYLIGHT
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
Helmets should always be selected IMO predominately on the safety they provide. Albion is probably the leading brand in this regad, they have been around for a very long time and produce helmets that offer as much safety as possible.
The traditional design that Albion used has been complemented by a new design which was introduced in early 2002, so it has been around for a while now.
Both designs are still available if you know where to look.
Here is a link to the albion website showing the different helmets.
Albion Sports: About Us: Cricket & Sports Protection
Helmets should always be selected IMO predominately on the safety they provide. Albion is probably the leading brand in this regad, they have been around for a very long time and produce helmets that offer as much safety as possible.
The traditional design that Albion used has been complemented by a new design which was introduced in early 2002, so it has been around for a while now.
Both designs are still available if you know where to look.
Here is a link to the albion website showing the different helmets.
Albion Sports: About Us: Cricket & Sports Protection
Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
I have had dealings with both Albion and Masuri and really find it hard to beleive that people even compare the helmets. To Albions credit they have spent money on developing helmets and Masuri have the same old helmet from 20 years ago. Albion were also the first to design a cricket helmet in the 70s.
I know what helmet i would prefer to get hit on the head with
I have had dealings with both Albion and Masuri and really find it hard to beleive that people even compare the helmets. To Albions credit they have spent money on developing helmets and Masuri have the same old helmet from 20 years ago. Albion were also the first to design a cricket helmet in the 70s.
I know what helmet i would prefer to get hit on the head with
mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
Pads and gloves look alright, not a fan of the shape of the lid though!
Pads and gloves look alright, not a fan of the shape of the lid though!
Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
tom from ayrtek is working on a more classically-shaped helmet, so i can see that being a hit in the future. i have to say, at first, i was with you on that, but it's definitely grown on me! and their softs are quality, bats aren't too bad either from what i remember!
tom from ayrtek is working on a more classically-shaped helmet, so i can see that being a hit in the future. i have to say, at first, i was with you on that, but it's definitely grown on me! and their softs are quality, bats aren't too bad either from what i remember!
mas cambios
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Re: masuri helmets vs albion helmets
I'll keep an eye on them and see how they go.
I'll keep an eye on them and see how they go.