Helmets For Sturgis

[douglais]

I'm thinking of taking my leather helmets to Sturgis next year, but it's extremely expensive to get in as a merchant. I'm not a biker, I'm more of a living history guy, so I'd like any opinions on whether these helms would be something a biker would like. They're not DOT approved, but I didn't think that would be a consideration for anybody who wanted one.

My website is "http://leatherhelms.com".

I appreciate any input.

Doug Lais

[benlilly1]

I think they'd be a hit! You know it gets wild and crazy at Stugis!

[electrathon]

Your helmits are awsome. Can not comment on Sturgis, but none of the mini helmits the bikers wear are DOT approved. They just buy stickers that say that they are.

[Tree Reaper]

There are also states that don't require helmets where they could be worn.

[douglais]

Thanks folks. Part of me, after counting the cost, wants to boldly jump into the craziness, and part of me wants to play it safe, and sit at home and take in a couple internet orders. I've never really regretted a bold venture out.

[electrathon]

Another thing you might think of doing. Cover a real helmit.

[Spinner]

I'm thinking of taking my leather helmets to Sturgis next year, but it's extremely expensive to get in as a merchant. I'm not a biker, I'm more of a living history guy, so I'd like any opinions on whether these helms would be something a biker would like. They're not DOT approved, but I didn't think that would be a consideration for anybody who wanted one.

My website is "http://leatherhelms.com".

I appreciate any input.

Doug Lais

Yeah, they'd do well at Sturgis...that many people, some with a gob of cash burning holes in their pockets. I'd add a "medieval biker" style just to try and capture more of the market though. Basically like the black one without the horns or earflaps, just the brain bucket & a chin strap. That way you'll get the orders from the guys who want a cool looking, semi-functional helm for riding in those states that don't require helmets. Make sure though, that you get stickers or tags for the inside that state "not DOT reviewed or approved as a protective helmet, use while riding at your own risk". Always CYA with things like this.

[douglais]

Good advice...a simpler brain bucket, and CYA labels.

[bustedlifter]

WAy cool, man! Just break them out @ the Buffalo Chip when everybody is good and liquored up, you'll sell all you can haul there.

And more.

Edited September 29, 2012 by bustedlifter

[LNLeather]

My website is "http://leatherhelms.com".

I appreciate any input.

Doug Lais

Link doesn't work....... Grrrrreat Helmets