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Customer Reviews for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet

IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet

Low?profile geometry and extreme ventilation make the new IRH Elite Xtreme?Helmet?one of the?most comfortable and fashionable helmets on the market. The center front vents?together with the right, left and 2 rear vent ports ensure maximum air intake and the optimal air flow needed for cooling. The helmet's?harness system is completely adjustable and is designed at the back to accommodate a pony tail without affecting the helmet's fit.?The IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet?is?ASTM F-1163-04a/SEI Certified.
Average Customer Rating:
4.495 out of 5
4.5
 out of 
5
(95 Reviews) 89
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 95 reviews
5 Stars
62
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Star
1
85 of 95(89%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Review 1 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice helmet

February 18, 2013
ByRachB
fromPA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I had received this helmet as a Christmas gift but it was from another website. It didn't fit right and after getting no help from where it was ordered, I called Smartpak. They were very helpful and I ordered a 6 7/8 long oval. Fits me very well. I have a 3 yr old tb in training so I want my head protected and to look good. This helmet doesn't give me that bubble look at all and I love that I can wipe it clean. The vents really help keep me cool. I wish it had a bit more padding inside to make it more comfy but overall I really like it."
Review 2 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Most comfortable helmet

February 15, 2013
ByRisingStar
fromPhoenix, AZ
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Just right
Runs large
Just right
"I have a long oval head plus I live in Phoenix, AZ. The fit of the helmet is wonderful.I have owned it for years now. I still love it !!"
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Review 3 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great helmet

December 17, 2012
Bysbrookesinc
fromColumbus, MS
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I've used this helmet for quite a while now and still almost looks brand new. Despite a few scratches from dropping it. I wear it all year long with no complaints. Cool enough in the summer and warm enough in the winter. Very comfy too, perfect fit."
Review 4 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Yay - it fits!

November 19, 2012
Bykodachrome
fromSouthern California
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
"This helmet fits my insanely round head with just a teeny bit of extra room front to back. It doesn't crush my ears down or sit directly on my eyebrows. The other best fit for me was CO JR8, but the harness was too short to go below my ears. I must have giant ears. Anyway this helmet is light, comfortable and very vented. I gave it 4 stars because it is not beautiful to look at, but it looks very nice on. I love it!"
Review 5 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Wish it had worked for me

November 12, 2012
ByMarch62
fromNorthern CA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"So glad to see a long oval option. Unfortunately the liner inside the brim was coming unglued & ultimately the hat tipped forward on my head while riding. Liked the low profile & ventilation."
Review 6 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Sweet Helmet

October 29, 2012
ByTadWow
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"Ordered same size as old IRH and it fit perfectly. Looks & feels awesome."
Review 7 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

October 24, 2012
Byya2feld
fromny, ny
Expertise:Novice
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"smartpak was great about the returns! i ordered in a few sizes and then just sent back the other helmets free of charge"
Review 8 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Perfect non expensive helment

October 9, 2012
ByIlovemyTB
fromWest Chester, PA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Love this helment. When it was time to replace my GPA I decided to go with an IRH. Didn't feel the need to spend all the extra money. Helment is comfy and cleans up nicely! Living in PA, we experiance hot and humid summers so instead of having a gross and smelly helment I am able to take out the liner and wash it with normal soap. I also trust that it can really protect my head in case of a fall."
Review 9 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

stylish & safe

October 8, 2012
ByTadWow
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Love how it looks & it fits like the 4 year old IRH I had"
Review 10 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent helmet

August 28, 2012
ByRiversong
fromGloucester, va
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"When my old helmet finally could not be super-glued just one more time I gave in a decided to get a new helmet. My sister recommended the IRH Elite and I couldn't be happier. It is insanely comfortable both fit-wise and with the extra ventilation. I would and have recommended this helmet to all my friends."
Review 11 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

The Right One for Me

August 3, 2012
Byj0j0
fromNew Hampshire
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This long oval helmet fits perfectly and, even better, it is very well ventilated.
I appreciate your help in getting me the perfect fit in a very short time.
"
Review 12 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Quality and Value

July 28, 2012
Bymsclb
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Very Comfortable Fit and more attractive shape. I especially liked the chin strap pad that contains those loose ends of the harness adjustment for a clean look."
Review 13 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Doesn't Fit Me

July 3, 2012
ByDressage315
fromCentral NY
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I ordered this helmet on Helmet Awareness Day since my current schooling helmet needs replacing. I was so excited because this helmet looks awesome, even my non-horsey boyfriend loved the way it looks. I got a 7 1/8" per measurements and it felt too tight on the sides of my head. I exchanged for a 7 1/4" and suddenly there was a huge gap in the front & back of the helmet. We tried to shim up the front & back with some extra padding but it still felt loose. I am waiting for a return shipping label right now. Wish I had a nearby tack shop so I could actually try helmets on!"
Review 14 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

No more hot helmet head!

June 24, 2012
ByDestiny13
fromLong Island NY
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I chose the IRH Xtreme Helmet because of its durable finish and venting. I couldn't ride another summer with a non-breathable velvet helmet! Now, all of the excess heat from my head is just released through the vents and replaced by fresh, cool air. It almost feels like you're not wearing a helmet at all!"
Review 15 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Perfect!

June 19, 2012
Bysdaug
fromHouston, TX
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"The SmartPak rep was so knowledgable, she helped me find just the right helmet and the perfect size! It is so comfortable and looks fantastic, like it is still brand new. We are already in the 90's here in Houston, so the vents are a must. My hair is still wet at the end of my ride, but my head is cool instead of steaming!"
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Review 16 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

FINALLY!!!!!!!!

May 23, 2012
ByAlfaSprout
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"It took months and months to find a helmet that fit my oval head with masses of curly, thick hair. THANK GOODNESS I finally found something that's breathable and looks good (meaning: no mushroom head or space-alien look!)."
Review 17 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Fit was bigger than expected

March 23, 2012
BysammyJ
fromLangley BC
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"I normally take a 6 7/8 in the IRH older plain model and when I tried this newer model it was probably one size too big. I was hoping it would be smaller than my original and perhaps it is low profile but it still seems as big as all helmets are. The straps are good quality and well placed. I am going to try some helmets from my local tack store before reordering again. Smartpak is very easy to return to and hopefully my return will complete easily."
Review 18 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great helment

February 29, 2012
ByGoodDR
fromTN
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Very nicely made helment. Love the look. Did not fit my head to I sadly had to return it."
Review 19 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Not for rounder heads

February 27, 2012
BySoCalDQ
fromSo Cal
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
"I think I have a rounder head, and this did not fit very well. I also didn't like the look/finish of the product, as I was hoping to get a more traditional-looking show helmet, but I was attracted by the price compared to the GPA helmets (which do fit me well, sadly enough, LOL). Thankfully the awesome SmartPak return policy let me try this helmet with no risk! Thank you, SmartPak!!"
Review 20 for IRH Elite Xtreme Helmet
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Scratches Easy, but looks great on my noggin!

January 27, 2012
ByAFMH
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I would recommend a helmet cover for schooling, because the surface scratches very easily! Fits great, I no longer look like a bobble head :)"
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