I just returned from my first real ride with the new helmet.  I like it.

The good points…

The Icon Airframe is smooth while traveling at highway speeds.  The visor snaps down tight against it seal providing a nice wind-proof fit.  I rode for about 10 miles at 70 mph down the freeway without wind noise problems or excessive forces while looking behind (blind spot).  The vents provide more than enough air for cooling.  I actually had to close down some of the vents because they were drying out my eyes.  The airfoil on the back of the helmet worked as advertised keeping the helmet in a nice riding position without buffeting. 

The bad points…

There are only two down points to this helmet so far.  First, the right cheek pad does not snap in as securely as I would like.  Some times as I’m taking the helmet off one of the two snaps will come loose.  I may call Icon and ask them about this.  I may just be a defect on this particular snap.  All other saps seem fine.

Second, the chin strap is a little short.  If it was longer it would be easier to secure.  Because it’s a little short the snap at the end gets in the way.  I suspect the strap issues will become easer with practice. 

Over all I like this helmet.  I’m sure I will find more things that could be improved upon so keep reading for those posts.