>>299406>suggestions on dirtbike/dual sport helmets/goggles?$150 is a little on the low side, for $200 you've got a pretty wide variety of helmets. $150 is doable if you look on closeouts/etc. Don't buy used.
Basically, go try some on. Some brands/models fit better than others, and what works for one person doesn't always work for another. I like HJC's higher-end offroad helmets, relatively inexpensive ($150-200 range) and fit me well. I have an AFX DS39? Not their newest one, I've had mine for 2 or 3 years now. Fit/finish isn't the best, but for $120-ish I really couldn't say no to the price. A hell of a lot more comfortable than the Joe Rocket I had previously. Now that the dualsport market segment's grown and several mfgrs offer that style helmet, same deal, go try a few on and see what works for you. I like the way the Icon helmets fit, but they're 2-3x what the AFX costs. If I knew I could get 4-5 years out of a helmet I'd justify the cost, but I wreck a helmet a year so cost of replacement certainly factors into the decision.
In the store, you want the helmet to fit snug... when you grab the chin bar and wiggle it, it should move the skin on your face. After a few hours in it, it'll break in and fit your head better. Just watch for any hotspots when you try it on.
Goggles, I like 509. Same with helmets, not all brands fit the same and what works for one face/helmet may not work for another. Most of the time in the summer I just wear sunglasses.
For gear, I haven't had any good luck with Fox. It's junk... big name, low quality. Klim's expensive, but it's good durable gear. Don't pay full price expecting them to honor their warranty, you can usually find their gear on closeout for a reasonable cost. The Thor stuff I've had has been good.
With most gear, you'll go through a few sets/brands before you figure out what works for you. Took me a few years and a few sets of gear to get to where everything's comfortable and works together.
