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PRODUCT EVALUATION ~ 00 ....... Jeb's JC/COM-2 Helmet If you were to take a look at the crop of full face street helmets currently available, you might think there was some sort of doning process going on -aside from minor detail differences, most look pretty much alike. We were in the hunt for something just a bit out of the ordinary, and the bill was filled quite nicely by Jeb's JClCOM-2. Jeb's broke away from the round-is-beautiful school and designed a helmet with a wrap-around groove to break up the spherical theme. It's either a love or hate proposition, but most of our scrutineers liked it. Topped off with multi-colored graphics (painted on), we had a real winner on our hands. The shell is made of hand-layered fiberglass, with the facial opening cut to allow good peripheral vision. The shield is formed from Lexan plastic, with a weJl-engineeredratchet mechanism to hold it in position. When dosed, there are no air leaks around the shield and road noise is reduced toa minimum. A dear shield is standard, and there's an optional smoke version. The interior is well appointed, with a dark blue knit mateJ'ial .as a liner. One welcome feature is the extended foam padding at the rear that seals out the wind from the back of one's neck, which no doubt contributed to the overall quietness when all buttoned down. . We've been wearing the helmet on a daily basis, and find that at normal speeds there's little tendency toward unwanted movement since the fit is perfect. Take time to get fitted properly, and check the amount of dearance between your nose and the front padding, since it may be a bit tight. The DOT approved unit is available in metric sizes 57 through 60, which translates to the more customary 7~ to 7~ in ~ increments. The size 58 corresponds to our tester's normal 7\4, and fits properly. When snugging down, you'll appreciate the Velcro strip on the strap which effectively cures £lapping-strap syndrome. .Overall, we're pleased with our Jeb's JC/COM-2. The European flair (jeb's is located in Italy) yields a' helmet that stands out from the crowd and is quite comfortable to wear. The unit retails for $174.95, while replacement shields sell for $8.95 from your dealer or Quadrifoglio, Inc., 5745 North llth St., Phoenix, AZ 85014, or dial 602/265-5846. Tom Kolnowski WEST • II • • • • • EAST 213/427·7433 213/636·8844 404/934-7850 • • • • • Okay. what can I lose1 Start my store selling CYCLE NEWS with the next issue. I understand you will bill me monthly and I have full return priviledges on unsold papers, by returning the issue number and date with my check for the balance. • Send CYCLE NEWS TO: • • • Name of Store • Address • C~ • • A uthorized by • I f5l 11.01 1151 ~ copies of Cycle News • • • • • • • II • • • II • • • • S~ Zip Send Advertising info • 0 Phone I • • Mail to: Cycle News West, P.O. Box 498 Long Beach, California 90801 or call 213/427-7433 • I ................................................... Dealers! ! ! Distributors! ! ! Manufacturers! ! ! Your Quickest Drag Racing Bu.ine..... Stay Soft Othmlln Oistributing Co. Box 358, Sen Luis Obispo, CA 93408 (8061644-6181 • Rtding • Racing • Street GLOVES Oeele. Inguiries Invited mLBDWS Advertising! 404/934-7850 East 213/427-7433 West PauTo HInd W. .hlble . , Get Genuine YAMAHA Parts On Sundays & Evenings Sun. 10-4 p.m., M-F to 8 p.m. Seles-Service·Pens CITY CYCLE CENTER o;ocount 8423 Rosemead Blvd. Wth Th;. p"j Pica Rivera. CA 90660 I (213) 86t-4139 (213) B61-572B NEO OIL COMPANY 28156 Gunclry, long Beech, CA 90808 (213)424-8118 DEALER INQUIRIES INVITED 25