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Are you still trying to do the sunglasses outside the straps thing? That is a rule that only roadies abide by, so most MTB helmets won't work with it. Also, if you're riding in or around woods, then sunglasses can get annoying anyway so you might be better off just using safety squints.
I ride my road helmet for XC, but then I'm normally in lycra or not wearing any other pads. For Trail or Enduro when I have knee and elbow pads on, I'm much more happy in an MTB helmet. Is there not an MTB equivalent of your road lid?
chiroshi-
I second the wearing sunglasses when mtb’ing, on bright days your eyes can’t adjust when you go into shaded, tree lined trail and it’s hard to pick a line/distinguish rocks/roots/ruts.
Also given the the current discounts on bike stuff now would be a good time to pick up a cheap mtb lid.
For what it’s worth I use Kask Rex
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Thanks, these are useful pointers. It's not the straps per say, but that the helmet sits so low it pushes the glasses down onto my nose - and the arms don't fit nicely between the side protection.
But point taken about the glasses anyway. I'll try a few more and settle. There are definitely some good deals as @furious_tiles says
furious_tiles
JamesQGM
I've only ever really ridden off-road in road kit (helmet, lyrca bibs) but I've been trying to get into MTB specific gear so I feel more confident on more technical trails.
The MTB helmets I've tried on (Giro, POC, Smith) all feel a bit cumbersome, but also none work comfortably with my sunglasses. Do I suck it up, stick with my road helmet or is there a forum helmet recommendation which 'feels' more like a road lid.
Edit: A quick google and these seem to rate well for compatibility with glasses. https://www.stifmtb.com/products/sweet-protection-trailblazer-mips-2022-bolt-grey-rose-gold?variant=40910492237935
All the lids I've tried so far sit really low on my forehead, good for protection but awkward for eye protection