6D Helmets

6D Helmets awarded utility patent for energy management system

6D Helmets (a brand we have never even heard of) has been awarded utility patent No. 8,955,169 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its proprietary Helmet Omnidirectional Energy Management Systems, commercially referred to as Omni-Directional Suspension, or ODS.....Again, we never heard of it.

Co-founders Bob Weber and Robert Reisinger introduced 6D Helmets to the off-road segment in November 2012. Their ODS technology is a multilayered displaceable liner system which reduces the transfer of angular acceleration energy and low-threshold energy to the brain during crash impacts without compromising high-energy performance.

“I began this project in my garage in early 2011 and shortly thereafter brought in Robert to refine the concept,” said Weber. “In the two years since we introduced our first helmet, we have seen countless instances where our 6D Helmets, equipped with the ODS technology, have provided superior safety performance to riders and cyclists. To finally receive this utility patent only further validates the tireless efforts of the entire 6D Helmets organization in our pursuit of the company’s mission, to improve safety for helmeted athletes throughout the world.”



Weber and Reisinger will continue to expand the 6D Helmet product line for new applications within the motorcycle and bicycle markets, as well as various other sporting activities.

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About Iron Horse Helmets

We found the coolest website.  It is a marketing bullshit meter:http://www.sansbullshitsans.com/

 We decided to plug our website into the meter.  This is what we put in:

After six years in the Marine Corps, I knew one thing; I was positive that I wanted to be self-employed. Now instead of taking orders from superior officers I am taking orders from my growing customer base and shipping helmets every day.

Iron Horse Helmets supplies a great variety of high-quality motorcycle helmets and is true to its motto...

"It's Not Just Your Helmet, It's Your Image!"


Our comprehensive range of helmets allows us to offer our clients the best possible service at competitive prices. From our long experience in the helmet trade, Iron Horse Helmets can offer expertise and, in many cases, informed advice in the helmet-buying decision. By dedicating ourselves to the needs of the individual helmet buyer, we have developed an understanding and ability to support all levels of business, nationally and internationally.

Iron Horse Helmets close relationship with our suppliers assists us in presenting prompt service at economic prices. We are able to service customers in over forty countries delivering urgent orders within a few working days.

Following our recent move to larger warehousing premises we are able to hold significant stocks of our broad based inventory. Our base in Birmingham, Alabama, is ideally situated to supply our customers throughout the United States and internationally.

A family firm, in the best sense of the word, Iron Horse Helmets has the aim of serving the "true" motorcycle rider. We have grown through dedication to this aim and by applying the same principles to our ever-widening client base.

Personal callers are (almost) always guaranteed a warm welcome.

Here it is after the Bullshit meter:

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Death to Isis Shirt

Iron Horse Helmets really hates Isis.  We made a Death to Isis shirt for one of our boys....And now you can buy one for yourself.

We are also going to make this Calvin Pissing on Isis Shirt for our country friends.  

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Legislators introduce bills to allow lane splitting in Texas, Tennessee

AUSTIN, Texas -- Legislators here and in other states have introduced bills to allow lane-splitting, a practice which to date is only allowed in California.

Texas H.B. 813, introduced by state Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. (D-Palmview), would allow motorcycle riders to ride between lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, if traffic is traveling 20 mph or slower, and if the motorcyclist is not traveling more than 5 mph faster than other traffic. Lane splitting would be prohibited in school zones and in areas where the posted speed limit is 20 mph or less. And riders and passengers must wear helmets. S.B. 442, introduced by state Sen. Kirk Watson (D-Austin), omits the helmet provision, but restricts lane splitting to limited-access or controlled-access highways.

AMA is also backing H.B. 1102 In Tennessee. Introduced by state Rep. Timothy Hill (R-Blountville), the bill would permit lane splitting when traffic is traveling at 45 mph or less and the motorcyclist does not exceed posted speed limits. Lane splitting would not be permitted in marked school zones when a warning flasher or flashers are in operation. 



Efforts to legalize lane-splitting are also afoot in Washington.

The American Motorcyclist Association backs the bills, but objects to helmet requirements, believing adults should be able to choose for themselves. More information on the AMA's position on helmets can be found here.

"Research and evidence suggest that lane splitting may reduce a motorcyclist's risk exposure, which is why the AMA offers conditional support to Texas H.B. 813 and S.B. 442, legislations that would allow lane splitting with the stated restrictions," said Wayne Allard, AMA vice president of government relations.

Motorcycle lane splitting, sometimes also called lane filtering, occurs in many countries throughout the world—particularly in highly urbanized areas of Europe and Asia—but it is largely prohibited in the United States. A 2014 study in California found that motorcyclists engaging in responsible lane splitting were less likely to be rear ended, suffer a head injury or be involved in a fatal crash.

Other potential benefits include an increase in conspicuity because the motorcyclist is moving relative to other traffic; a reduction in motorcyclist fatigue from constant shifting and braking in stop-and-go traffic; a lessening of the risk for engine damage for air-cooled engines; a reduction in motorcyclists' exposure to ambient heat in the summer and car exhaust year-round due to fewer hours spent in traffic.

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Ride or Die T-shirt

Ride or Die T-shirt

Not afraid to express yourself? Good, our Tees got attitude and something to say. Make a statement or make 'em laugh with T-shirts from Iron Horse Helmets. Got a great idea for the next Iron Horse Helmet T-shirt, send it to us - we won't give ya nothing for it, but we might use it and will be sure to take all the credit for it.

These tee shirts are available in five different colors and seven (got that, SEVEN) sizes. Yes, we realize that some of you are no longer a fit and trim size 44 chest, so we're offering our awesome shirts in sizes up to triple XL. Choose your color, choose your size, choose your quantity.  Ride or Die is boldly printed across the back of the tee, we do some blatant advertising on the front and print our logo on the front left chest so you don't forget where you bought it!!

Our screen printed biker t-shirts are priced low enough that you could have a fresh one for every day of the week!

IRON HORSE HELMETS T-SHIRT SIZE CHART

Size	CHEST	LENGTH
X Small	32"	27"
Small	36"	28"
Medium	40"	29"
Large	44"	30"
X Large	48"	31"
2X Large	52"	32"
3X Large	58"	33"

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Ski Mask City

Want to see a lot of people using our bikers masks as ski masks?  I guess they are really the same thing:

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Check out our new sign

We are finally in our new warehouse.  We are about 99% in and we just put up our new sign.  How do you think it looks.  

There is only one catch with the new location.  I think the door sign below states the new policy.

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Did you know that you can paint your hard face mask?

Did you know that you can paint your hard face mask?

We didn't, but Jack Cullman sent us this picture bragging about his awesome paint job.

You customers are so creative!

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Lord, if you're not coming back soon, could you at least send back Ronald Reagan T-Shirt

This Lord, if you're not coming back soon, could you at least send back Ronald Reagan T-Shirt is the kind of stuff you make when you have access to a T-shirt machine.

I even have the audacity to tell the boss that I think people will buy it.

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How long does shipping from US to Canada take?

We get this question every single day....Sometimes twice a day.  I have decided to answer it for you.

Here is the answer:
7-30 days via airmail
6-10 days via priority airmail
3- 5 days via express airmail
1-3 days via global express guaranteed

These are USPS International shipping speeds.

Do you know how I got this answer?  I Googled it!

Here is another answer:

You are in another country!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  It must clear your customs!!!!!!!  It might take longer.


I feel much better now.

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Disco Ball Motorcycle Helmet

How do you know that you are winning?

Well, we knew it when Pepsi used our Disco Ball Motorcycle Helmet in this commercial?

We also knew it because they paid full price!  Shocking

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Getback Whips

Finally.....Finally, Iron Horse Helmets is selling Getback Whips:

Back in the day, you’d see motorcycle riders sporting a get-back whip hanging from their brake or clutch lever. The leather get-back whips were usually made in the motorcycle club colors to display their colors and for club recognition. Get-back whips originally began sometime in the 40’s mostly seen in California. These “old school” accessories are now returning to the motorcycle culture and are becoming very popular across the country. You do not have to belong to a motorcycle club to own one of our handcrafted get-back whips. Measure and choose the length that is right for you from top of lever to your desired length. If you have floorboards you might want to keep it off the floorboard so you don’t step on it, however it’s a personal choice how long you want it.

The getback whips come in lengths 18" to 36" . For an additional $20.00 you can choose from lengths 37" to 50".  The whips can be made with up to two colors, If you don't see the color combination you're looking for you can choose your colors at no extra charge up to 4 colors.  There are 20 plus colors of quality leather to choose from and these whips are made to order.

Color Choices: Black, Bone ,Chrome, White, Red, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Baby Blue, Turquoise, Teal, Distressed Brown, Canary Yellow, Gold, Harley Orange, Purple, Pink, Kelley Green, Forrest Green, Purple, Burgundy, Mustard Yellow.

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She Went to Barrett Shirt

She Went to Barrett Shirt

Not scared to express yourself? Great, our Tees got attitude and something to say. Make a statement or make 'em laugh with T-shirts from Iron Horse Helmets. Got a great idea for the next Iron Horse Helmet T-shirt, send it to us - we won't give ya nothing for it, but we might use it and will be sure to take all the credit for it.

These tee shirts are available in five different colors and seven (got that, SEVEN) sizes. Yes, we realize that some of you are no longer a fit and trim size 44 chest, so we're offering our awesome shirts in sizes up to triple XL. Choose your color, choose your size, choose your quantity. She Went to Barrett is boldly printed across the back of the tee, we do some blatant advertising on the front and print our logo on the front left chest so you don't forget where you bought it!!

Our screen printed biker t-shirts are priced low enough that you could have a fresh one for every day of the week!

IRON HORSE HELMETS T-SHIRTS

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Where is my Helmet Cover?

Please read this before you send us that email asking where your helmet cover is:

I am sorry that the helmet cover has not shipped.  It is 100% our fault...It seems that some genius (who who works here) forgot to order his eyes.   How can you forget the eyes?

We didn't want him to be blind so we decided to wait for the eyes to come in.  Sorry again about the confusion.  

The eyes (like everything else in this world) are made in China. You can track the eye shipment with this link:  http://www.dhl.com/en/express/tracking.html?AWB=3836811226&brand=DHL

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White Girls Love Me T-shirt

You know that we love making custom shirts.  Check out this great Tee!

Admint it....You laughed when you read it. 

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Iron Horse Helmets Face Masks

Want to be featured on this awesome blog?  It is easy.  Just join these people and send us a picture of you in one of our products.  Check out these Christmas Face Mask Customers:

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