Giro Omen Helmet - 2009 BCS

I originally ordered a medium then switched it for a small. I measured my head to be 56cm. I tightened the medium as much as it would go but it still shifted forward and back a bit. I thought the small might have been too tight the first time I tried it on, but I have worn it a few times now and I love how it fits - feels secure in all directions without squashing my head.
Nice and warm, even on bitter windy days without anything underneath.

Ticked to see that it is now 25% off!

Thanks to all of the adjustments available in this helmet, I am able to get a perfectly dialed fit - I couldn't ask for it to be any better. I really like the ability to open and close the vents in the front and the rear of the helmet independently of each other. One additional bonus is that even when skiing in the rain this helmet keeps me reasonably dry without putting the hood up- a feature I've really come to appreciate these past few soggy weeks. My only complaint is that the helmet is definitely in the large-profile end of the spectrum.

I bought two Giro Omen Helmets for both my sons. Helmets are well made and very comfortable to wear. Pricy, but I don't think it's a waste of money for such quality product.

A good Helmet overall and IMHO I like the styling of the Omen more than most of the other giros and smiths. The goggle clip in the back is pretty flimsy though, and though i didn't break it off after 10 days of hard use, I'm pretty sure some way or another this thing is gonna be dust in the wind once the baggage handlers throw my board bag in the wrong position, and for this reason only is why i gave it one less star.I really do like the dial fit for the helmet, and the two, count em two venting areas allow for multiple flow options. Ear flaps are pretty comfy however not easily removed. I have a pretty gigantic head too, right at 62.5 cm, and the sizing guide was a perfect fit, glad backcountry didn't carry the XL or I would have ordered it! So, Kudos and 5 stars to BC on the proper sizing guide available and not letting me buy a helmet that was too big. A good helmet however a bit on the pricier end of the spectrum, but isn't protecting your dome worth 200 dollars?

This helmet is great. I have a large head, and the L is definitely big enough. If I recall, L is the largest that Giro even makes in the Omen. It has a dial adjustment in the back, and tabs where the back strapping and dial clip into, so you can adjust how the helmet sits on the back of your head, and the tightness. The two different venting sliders allow you to adjust how much air goes through the helmet. As far as ski helmets go, this is the most comfortable and breathable one I have ever worn.
The goggle clip in the back, while not my favorite design, does work all right. It is basically just a cover, but I've had my goggles clip underneath the giro cover-clip and I have yet to have a problem with it. Recently I got the smith goggle strap extender and it makes the combo that much better.
I guess the biggest plug for this helmet is that the only gripe I can think of is the higher price. That being said, if I had to buy another helmet, I'd drop the cash for this one again in a heartbeat.

The Giro Omen is a geat helmet. I've skied in it for 2 years. Light weight with great ventilation and clean design. The fit is the best that I have found. My only wish is that they change the design of the goggle retainer, It works okay and keep the goggles in place, but I think it could be better by opening up from the bottom as I have found some pine branches cought in it.

I've been using the Omen for over two years and it's a great helmet. It's comfortable, has excellent vents and offers good protection when skiing in the trees. The google clip is small but it works and it is more durable than other Giro designs. I've seen Giro's other google strap design fail, the rubber strap can break or come off the helmet. The google clip on the Omen is secure but its is small, especially when the google buckle is aligned with the clip.

This helmet fits well and has better ventilation than my Giro 9 and weighs about the same. The adjustable harness is nice but makes my ears hurt if I tighten it too much. The chin strap is comfortable and the adjustable vents easy to use with gloves. My goggles fit but sometimes get pushed low on my nose if the strap is loose. The goggle clip is functional but could be better If it breaks, your goggles will still stay on. Get some stickers and add some color/life 'cause these are kinda plain. Overall, I'd buy it again.

Ordered this cuz I couldn't find a good deal on a Smith Variant Brim. Looked good as a photo, but when I put it on I looked like Toad from Mario Cart! Sizing was a bit sloppy, I ordered a Large. Sent it back and will wait out a deal on the Smith.

This was the first helmet I've worn sking and found it surprisingly comfortable. The vents worked great from 40 degree weather to 10- didnt wear a beanie at all ... but the real reason I liked it was I was sking In MT and at the end of a run on a powder day and my ski caught on something causing me to go head first in to a tree !!!! When I can too I herd one ski patol say to another I bet this idoit didn't have a helmet on!!!! the one hepling said yes he did its over there all I herd was holly @#@^!!!! just bought anoghter and waiting for the powder , wouldn't think of sking with out it !!!!!

This is a great helmet,very comfortable. Fit was good and tight, but when shaking head left and right there was play. The forward and back was perfect, lock works, but not side to side. I have narrow head and have not had a problem with any other helmet. Had to return to much play, would cause goggles to move around. This helmet is very round, not oval, makes head look huge. Helmet strap holder feels flimsy.