After many years of wearing a half helmet, I decided to go with a less "gangsta" look with a bit more protection since I moved down south to an eastern coastal area in NC. This Daytona helmet is extremely light, minimal, and comfortable. It breathes nicely while staying quiet cool. The buckle fastener is absolutely awesome and easy to use like closing a ski boot buckle! No more D - ring wrestling. All in all, the helmet is great quality with DOT certs, and comfortable! Glad I made the switch!!!