I've got 72 jumps, 36 of them have been with the Aero, which is the first helmet I have owned. The drop zone I jump at has a Square One shop, so I had a chance to rent a Kiss and a Phantom. I ended up picking the Aero based on faith, the description and ratings I was able to find and some dissatisfaction with the other helmets. I am very pleased with my choice. To unlock the visor on the Kiss and Phantom there are two small buttons up near your temple. You have to press both simultaneously and pull up on the visor. The button on the Phantom broke on my second jump. For the Aero you hook your thumbs around the back of the visor hinges and pull forward. A much easier and natural action. I also like the Aero's neck strap design. The Kiss looks slick with the two locking tabs, but I found myself fiddling with them a bit to get them to lock down. Same thing with the Phantom strap that you have to button down. On the Aero it's a two piece ratcheted chin strap that lock together easily and securely and releases with a simple one handed tug on a tab at your chin. I have never had a fogging problem, although I jump in So Cal, so it's dry. I like that the Aero is a composit helmet, which keeps it light, but you still feel well protected. I'm getting better, but still working on my landings. I've done a couple face plants, which so far accounts fo the only wear and tear on the Aero that I've noticed. If you're looking for a solid, well designed and easy to jump full face, I don't think you can go wrong with the Aero.
