I'm in the market for two new enduro helmets, one for me and one for my wife. I've had a Nexo enduro helmet for a few years now but unfortunately it broke last October. My wife has been using my Caberg helmet, and is in dire need for something that is not too big for her. What I'm basically looking for is an open helmet, colored and eye-catching (the sooner the others see you the better). My wife would prefer an enduro helmet with a visor, since she doesn't like the idea of goggles. I already have Progrip goggles and intend to keep them. I've been browsing the web and local stores for a while but am still undecided. What's most important is that it absolutely has to be fiberglass or carbon, polycarbonate is not an option. Since we need two helmets money may also become an issue if both helmets are too expensive - our budget is around 500€ for both helmets.

To be honest I'm a bit swamped right now and don't really know what to look for. There's plenty of seemingly good helmets that fit our needs, all within a reasonable price range (150-400€) and I don't really know how to choose. What makes an enduro helmet a good or even great enduro helmet? Obviously design (the louder the better, imo a good enduro helmet has to scream "HERE I AM LOOK AT ME LOOK AT ME YOU'RE NOT LOOKING LOOK AT ME!!!") is an issue, but that still didn't help me narrow down my choices. The question is: how can I sort the good from the bad? What should I be specifically looking for? Any input will be greatly appreciated.

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