I need a new aero lid and I’m torn between the Kask Bambino or the Smith Podium TT
No shops really carry them around where
I am so it’s impossible to try them on and feel for fit.
Main points of concern are:
Who’s played with these??
EDIT: Added a shot of my current position on the bike for feedback on what would be a better fit for it.
I have a Bambino used a few times that I dont use if want for killer deal just saying 
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For what it’s worth. I used to ride with a Bamdino. Got some fast times on it, but found it a bit hot. I’ve since switched to a Giro Aerohead. Figured something that ugly must be fast! (actually, it fit my position a little better).
If you felt so inclined, I bet posting a picture of you in your aero position would let some of the experts around here make a suggestion based on your position. If you’re just curious about “fit” in terms of size, their medium fit me like my medium rudy project and kask road helmets.
Good luck with your search!
What size and year? is it the new version or the old?
Color?
I never thought about doing that because I feel like those type of posts are a bit…well…“attention seeking”
I’m totally not that guy and dont want to come accross as a “hey look at me! I can be aero too!”
but thats a good idea - let me do that here then 
I have the Smith podium, very nice fit and excellent visor. Not too hot.
I have the Smith Podium TT. It’s the best tri helmet I’ve used. Ventilation works well and I’ve never found it to be hot. Visor is great. My only gripe is that under a very specific wind/speed condition, the wind going through the vents sounds like someone saying “on your left.” It sounds absurd but after I heard “on your left” a hundred times only to look and find no one there, I figured out it was the helmet. I just ignore it now.
I have the Smith Podium TT. It’s the best tri helmet I’ve used. Ventilation works well and I’ve never found it to be hot. Visor is great. My only gripe is that under a very specific wind/speed condition, the wind going through the vents sounds like someone saying “on your left.” It sounds absurd but after I heard “on your left” a hundred times only to look and find no one there, I figured out it was the helmet. I just ignore it now.
Awesome. Thank you for the feedback - how is the sizing? I have a 58cm head so it kinda puts me right in between medium and large - so not sure which to get.
I like the look of the Smiths, but a mate that’s got said he had a problem with weak magnets and the visor not staying on. The same problem I had with the Kask Bambino 1. The new model Bambino fixed that.
That’s hard to believe. I have the podium and the magnet is very strong. Unless your friend is water skiiing in it, I can’t see the visor coming off. It would take a lot of force to remove the visor.
I like the look of the Smiths, but a mate that’s got said he had a problem with weak magnets and the visor not staying on. The same problem I had with the Kask Bambino 1. The new model Bambino fixed that.
you seem very head up…i rekon neither…giro advantage imo. I have had the bambino and it is a nice helmet, but one where i think you need to have a really low head position for.
Mwanner13, would you say the magnets are strong enough to keep the visor intact in ironman transition bag where it gets bumped into others bags on the racking? Us a deal clincher for mne that as keep having that problem with my catlike!
you seem very head up…i rekon neither…giro advantage imo. I have had the bambino and it is a nice helmet, but one where i think you need to have a really low head position for.
^This. Bambino, when it works, is for a lower head position. The Smith tests “okay” but I have yet to see it really compete with the big boys. Doesn’t mean it won’t for you, but I’ve tested it quite a bit lately. Is there any particular reason you’re limiting yourself to those two?
you seem very head up…i rekon neither…giro advantage imo. I have had the bambino and it is a nice helmet, but one where i think you need to have a really low head position for.
^This. Bambino, when it works, is for a lower head position. The Smith tests “okay” but I have yet to see it really compete with the big boys. Doesn’t mean it won’t for you, but I’ve tested it quite a bit lately. Is there any particular reason you’re limiting yourself to those two?
Can you be more specific as to who the ‘big boys’ are that would work better for most people who don’t have a Sebi K position?
. Is there any particular reason you’re limiting yourself to those two?
I want a short tail helmet that allows for visor removal and that covers the ears.
I keep my head face down majority of the time and get a feeling of anxiety If there is no airflow when I’m over heating (ie a steep climb)
I would suggest waiting for the Oakley Aro 7.
I would suggest waiting for the Oakley Aro 7.
I was actually eying that one as well but couldn’t find anyone that sold it or stocked it.
Have you used it?
It’s not out yet. I’ve tested it and the numbers are very good on everyone. Even one guy, who is a Master’s World Champion in TT but doesn’t use a full aero helmet because everything he’s tested in the past has been slower than his Specialized Evade. He’s clearly an outlier, but the Oakley was faster for him. The athlete’s that have tried it like the comfort and rave about the optics. There’s venting next to the ears, so it’s a bit loud.
Interesting. Does it beat the Giro AeroHead or the Vanquish?
That’s hard to believe. I have the podium and the magnet is very strong. Unless your friend is water skiiing in it, I can’t see the visor coming off. It would take a lot of force to remove the visor.
I like the look of the Smiths, but a mate that’s got said he had a problem with weak magnets and the visor not staying on. The same problem I had with the Kask Bambino 1. The new model Bambino fixed that.
yeah not sure. The problem I had with the original Bambino was getting it on in a rush in transition, because of the weaker magnets you’d sometimes fuck around getting it on, the new Bambino, you get the visor close to the helmet the magnets pull it into place. Probably not a reason not to get it.