I'm one of those riders who only wears a helmet because it looks more ""professional"" to say the least. I started riding road seriously 4 years ago and needed a real helmet. Price-point I was sold at my local shop (they hook me up too), and it was one of the only helmets that didn't look ridiculously dorky on my big head. Mine is a matte light grey size LARGE, fairly neutral with any outfit. Since then I've never had a wreck where my head struck something, so I can't comment on it's protective properties (see the other review on here, wow!) It fits snugly with the easy click wheel at the back, and can accommodate a cap without issue. I've ridden with it at all of my local group rides (helmets required) and it helped me fit in so I didn't stand out, aesthetically. Oh, I've also worn it (on and off) as I cycled across the country in 2016, so it's been well-traveled. Overall, I give 4/5 stars. I subtract because it doesn't breathe terrifically, and it's still a pretty large/wide helmet and not that discreet. Also, it weighs in at 340g which is okay, but stresses the neck on longer rides. I think it's a very reasonable purchase for a beginner cyclist who wants protection and decent looks.