A couple weeks ago I posted a plea for a new aero helmet, because my LG Rocket air is so uncomfortable. I did not want to ride a 6+ hour Ironman race with that LG Rocket helmet.
My friend, Ginger, suggested that I look into a Rudy Project Syton Open helmet. My friends, Rebecca and Scott Dewire, also both wear Rudy Project Syton helmets. They are both blazing fast on the bike.
So, I sent an email to Rudy project and asked if they would be interested in sending me one to write about on my high traffic blog. The same day, the CEO of the company replied and said “what size do you want?”. 🙂
Within a few days, I received a package from Rudy. It felt like my birthday!
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I opened the package, and inside was a Pearl White Rudy Syton Open helmet, bionic wings, and a pair of Abilty bicromic Pink sunglasses.
I was so excited, I put them on and tweeted this picture, with the message: “my new rudy project syton open helmet. sooooo comfy. i luv it. new shades too”
The real test, of course, is how does it feel while riding? I set off on my long ride to Greensboro on Saturday, sporting my new Rudy Schwagg…
Here’s the sweetest part of this tale: I completely forgot I was wearing an aero helmet until about mile 45, when I stopped at a gas station and saw my reflection in the window. How cool is that, to be wearing an aero helmet, but it feels comfortable, just like a regular helmet?! I logged 103 miles that day.
Here are a few more pictures.
There is a soft pad underneath the buckle. It made for extra comfort under my chin, and did not in any way make it harder to snap the buckle. The retention system adjustment in the back was easy to tighten and loosen while riding. It’s all good!
Here is a closeup of the sunglasses. They have a white frame with some pink details, and the lenses are pink, giving my world a rose colored hue. The nose and ear pieces are adjustable. Very comfortable, love them.
A huge huge thank you to Rudy project for sending me this great gear to use at my upcoming Full Iron race, Beach2Battleship. I love this helmet!
FTC GUIDES NOTICE: THIS PRODUCT WAS PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE BY RUDY PROJECT. www.rudyproject.com
Mike, The sunglasses are the Ability model, here is the link:
http://www.e-rudy.com/index_inner_detail.php?group_id=1&cat_id=&item_id=SP077158
They are a women’s frame (for a smaller face) and come in other colors. I think the Rydon might be the male equivalent.
http://www.e-rudy.com/index_inner.php?group_id=1&cat_id=30
Good luck!
Good information. I need to buy an aero helmet and glasses.
My current glasses are really uncomfortable. I am hesitant to spend a lot of money on a nice pair. Do your Rudy Project glasses have a specific model number or name?
Mike
Way to go Rudy Project!! Sweet helmet and shades!
awesome !
It does have a really nice profile; I’ve always thought aero helmets look kind of wacky, but this doesn’t.
Hey thanks for the great review. I’m in the market for a new helmet and will definitely check out the Rudy Syton.
AND… it looks great on you too!!!
I am thrilled that you are a fan of the helmet! One of the best features, in my opinion, is that it has vents so you won’t bake your brain while you race. Overheating your head seems to be a major concern with other aero helmets.
Those sunglasses look super cool. I have a cheapo pair from performance that give me headaches occasionally, so perhaps I will ask for these sunglasses for Christmas! I have a really narrow face and close together eyes, so sometimes I have trouble with sunglasses. Do you think these would work for me?