THE BEST Helmets

We’ve seen a Newton’s cradle made out of light bulbs. This one’s made of people. Shark Helmets set it up to demonstrate the shock-absorbing capability of its motorcycle helmets. Don’t try this at home.

Look like a badass from a dystopian science fiction movie wearing this imposing helmet which combines a half-helmet for your skull with an adjustable and removable muzzle to protect others from your bite.

If you liked Patrick Jouffret and Philippe Arrouart’s concept for a foldable bike helmet, now’s your chance to support it and be one of the first to own one by pledging on its fundraiser.

If you’re a sci-fi fan, you know the isolation of a space helmet can result in both awesome and terrifying moments. Here, Keith Melton supercuts classic helmet scenes to an appropriate soundtrack.

Dux Helms are the world’s first bike helmets with retractable, removable and replaceable lenses. The helmet itself is made of a polycarbonate outer shell and impact-absorbing foam liner.

Keep your head safe and comfortable at the same time with this high-end helmet, with its 100% carbon fiber outer shell, adjustable ventilation control, and exceptional aerodynamics.

Artists and sculptors – including the original designers of Boba Fett’s costume – created over 40 alternate Boba Fett and clone trooper helmets for the As You Wish charity auction event.

Many people avoid wearing bike helmets because of their bulk and lack of comfort, but design students Anna and Terese came up with a safety concept that’s like not wearing a helmet at all.

Designed by Patrick Jouffret of French studio Agence 360, the Overade is a concept bike helmet that folds in half. Its portability is meant to encourage cyclists to carry (and wear) helmets.

Harrison Krix of Volpin Props cranks out another awesome build, a perfect remake of Thomas Bangalter’s LED matrix helmet, which should look great alongside his Guy-Manuel helmet. Pics here.

Star Wars fan? Got 13 minutes? Watch as Andrew Ainsworth, maker of the original Stormtrooper costumes shows the painstaking process to build the helmet from scratch. Body armor here.

Jon Wollack of Almost Dark Productions made this kick-ass Boba Fett helmet in the style of the ones worn by the legendary Spartan hoplites. A fitting crown for the Mandalore. THIS IS BOBAAA!!!

Daft Club forum member AgentRayBans put together a massive poster featuring the evolution of French electronic duo Daft Punk. Check out the original thread for the full-sized poster.

We’re intrigued by the small bit we’ve seen in this vid for the new V.I.O. point of view HD camera; the shockproof little machine shoots in 1080p at 50 fps, has 4 recording methods and a modular mount.

The talented Ben Caulkins has built a remarkable Master Chief helmet completely from LEGOS which features many fine details, including the dazzling gold visor (from a modified motorcycle helmet).

It took Volpin Props 17 months of blood, sweat and tears to create this incredible Daft Punk helmet, complete with colorful lighting and shiny gold exterior. Hi-res pics on Volpin’s flickr stream.

ID student Adam Wendel’s Immersed Senses scuba helmet changes the way the diver sees, hears, and breathes underwater, allowing better integration into the surrounding environment.

The helmet-mounted Tunebug Shake creates a wireless surround sound experience so that bikers, skateboarders and skiers can enjoy their favorite music and still be aware of their surroundings.

Frankly it can be hairy riding your bike in the city at night. The Urbanize Night Helmet by Lazer eases anxiety with integrated LED lights in front and back and moisture wicking lining to keep a cool head.

ICON’s Variant Helmet is a range (and head) topper: it sports an anti-lift, anti-glare visor, spoiler to reduce buffeting, oversized intake and exhaust ports, and EPS nose to reduce shield fogging.

DIY doesn’t get much more legit than Harrison Krix: the professional prop creator was commissioned by Daft Punk to replicate a gold helmet and outlines the entire process here.

Made with carbon fiber, Arai’s Corsair V RC is an ultra-lightweight motorbike helmet; each lid takes 22 man hours to make and will likely be only available in a limited edition run.

Anyone with half a brain will deduce that Quique the Head is just a viral video for Diesel’s Motorcycle Helmet, but they’re definitely a-head of the pack in terms of funniness.

The bicycle helmet goes modular with this NYC Helmet concept; it’s composed of a polystyrene inner shell and an array of customizable outer covers that vary in style and color.

At a savings of $15, the Doctor Who Helmet Pack consists of three of WETA’s first 1/4 scale helmets from his worst enemies: the Sycorax, Sontaran Officer Linx and Ice Warrior.

It’ll be hard getting guys to sign up for a “safety” helmet, but Rawlings S100 withstands baseball impacts of up to 100 mph thanks to its polypropylene and composite insert structure.