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KASK Star Lady Alternatives: Show Helmets With the Same Clean Line
Keep the wide brim and the clean hunter line, in a helmet that fits your head and your budget.
Riders who love the Star Lady's look usually move for fit or price. For the low, clean profile, try the Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top or EQ3 NEOZ; for the wide brim, the Equinavia Crown MIPS, One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim or IRH F1 Wide Brim.
The short version
If you love the Star Lady: the helmets riders try next
The Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top is the helmet to try for the Star Lady's low, matte line, and the Equinavia Crown MIPS is the one for its wide brim and shine. Match the card to what you like most about your Star Lady.
If you like the Star Lady's
Matte Hunter finish, low line
Try
Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top HelmetA smooth matte top and round fit, with a dial at the back and a washable Coolmax liner. Trauma Void lists MIPS.
Shop nowIf you like the Star Lady's
Chrome or crystal trim
Try
Equinavia Crown MIPS, Black/Silver CrystalA wider brim with a shiny frame and crystal accent, a dial fit and MIPS.
Shop nowIf you like the Star Lady's
Wide brim with swap-in color
Try
One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim HelmetThe Avance brim with MIPS, in Round and Long Oval shells, plus CCS parts to change the look later.
Shop nowIf you like the Star Lady's
Wide brim, fine-tuned fit
Try
IRH F1 Wide Brim HelmetA brim that shades the face and upper neck, with two liner thicknesses to tune the fit.
Shop nowIf you like the Star Lady's
Fit on a round head
Try
Trauma Void EQ3 NEOZ HelmetA clean, minimal shell with an adjustment wheel and a one-hand magnetic fastener.
Shop nowIf you like the Star Lady's
Room for a ponytail
Try
Equinavia Skylar Riding HelmetA light schooling helmet with a ponytail cut-out, an easy-adjust dial and a removable peak.
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What riders say about the Star Lady, and the helmets they chose
Riders tell us sizing and shape are what send them looking beyond the Star Lady, even when they love the look.
New sizing, or a shape that didn't suit
The helmets to compare
Trauma Void Lynx Smooth TopTrauma Void EQ3 NEOZ
Measure before you reorder: riders found the newer Star Lady sizes snugger.
See head shape and hairThe sleek show look, a price tier lower
The helmets to compare
Equinavia Crown MIPSOne K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim
Riders say these look like far more expensive helmets.
See the price tiersA lower profile that wraps around
The helmets to compare
A rider who owns a KASK prefers the Lynx for its lower profile.
See the low-profile picksNew sizing, or a shape that didn't suit
One rider's new Star Lady feels snug in her old size 56, another was caught out by the new sizing, and others found the shell too round or disliked the harness at the back.
KASK Star Lady
I wore a 56 in my old star lady and the new star lady feels incredibly snug.
KASK helmets
I just ordered a new kask to replace an old one after a fall and am totally confused and was unaware of their new sizing? Did most of you stay in your original size?
KASK helmets
Kask was too round for me - too bad because they're beautiful. Also, I've heard the head cupping thing is removable.
KASK helmets
I personally hated the feel of Kask - there was a harness or something in the back
The sleek show look, a price tier lower
One rider says her Crown MIPS has the sleek look of a more expensive helmet, and a parent says the Avance Wide Brim looks like the super expensive helmets.
Equinavia Crown MIPS Riding Helmet
I've worn this helmet for a few months, and I'm still happy with my purchase. It has the sleek look of a more expensive helmet without the price tag. Fits great on my head -- which I would say is on the oval side -- with the ability to dial in a perfect fit. It's lightweight and is much cooler than the Charles Owen helmet I used to wear in our over 90-degree summers.
One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim Helmet
Fits my daughter really well and has an elegant look like the super expensive helmets, love the ability to add color and switch out the accent plates.
A lower profile that wraps around
A rider who likes her KASK tried both Trauma Void helmets and preferred the Lynx, and another calls her Lynx the most comfortable helmet she has owned.
Trauma Void EQ3 and Lynx
I have a Kask that I like and fits well, then I tried the TraumaVoids – both the EQ3 and Lynx. Both fit very well, but I prefer the Lynx. It is lower profile and seems to wrap around more.
Trauma Void Lynx
I have a Trauma Void Lynx and it’s the MOST comfortable helmet I’ve ever had (CO always fit me well too).
Side by side
Star Lady vs the helmets we carry: look, MIPS and fit system
KASK builds the Star Lady Hunter around a self-adjusting rear cradle and click-in liners, while the helmets below adjust with a dial, a wheel or swap-in liners. KASK's details are from its own page, checked November 2026; the others are as each maker lists them.
| Helmet | Look | MIPS (as the maker lists it) | Fit system |
|---|---|---|---|
| KASK Star Lady Hunter | Wide-brim hunter profile, clean line | None listed by KASK | Self-adjusting rear cradle, click-in liner, 13 sizes from 51 to 63 cm |
| Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top | Low profile, smooth matte top | Listed | Dial at the back; small, medium and large |
| Trauma Void EQ3 NEOZ | Minimal shell, magnetic fastener | Listed | Adjustment wheel at the back |
| Equinavia Crown MIPS | Wider brim, shiny frame | Listed | Dial fit |
| One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim | Wide brim, CCS color parts | Listed | Round and Long Oval shells, refit liners |
| IRH F1 Wide Brim | Wide brim, low-profile vents | None listed | Two liner thicknesses included |
Every maker's size chart differs from KASK's 51 to 63 cm run, so measure and use each brand's own chart.
Price tiers
Which helmet to try for each Star Lady look, by price tier
The Star Lady sits above every pick here, so each swap is a step down in price.
Price tiers among these picks: $ (lowest) to $$$$ (highest)
| If you like the Star Lady's | Try | Why riders choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Matte Hunter, low line |
| A smooth, low shell with a dial or wheel at the back. |
| Chrome or crystal trim | A shiny frame and crystal accent with a wider brim. | |
| Wide brim | A brim that shades the face, with liners to tune the fit. | |
| Wide brim, everyday | A dial-fit wide brim for schooling days. | |
| Room for hair up | An easy-adjust dial; the Skylar adds a ponytail cut-out. |
Fit tip
Wrap a soft tape about an inch above your eyebrows and note the centimeters, then compare front-to-back with ear to ear. Check the number against each maker's chart, since none matches KASK's.The clean line
Low, clean profile: Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top and EQ3 NEOZ
The Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top and EQ3 NEOZ are the helmets we carry with the lowest, cleanest line next to a Star Lady: a smooth top, a dial or wheel at the back and a removable, washable Coolmax liner, with MIPS listed by Trauma Void on both.
The Lynx Smooth Top has a round fit in small, medium and large, vents front and back, and Trauma Void lists it at about 600 grams, against the 580 g KASK lists for the Star Lady Hunter. The EQ3 NEOZ adds a magnetic fastener you close with one hand, and Trauma Void lists SEI ASTM F1163-23 certification.
In fairness
Neither Trauma Void has a wide brim. If the brim is what you love about the Star Lady, start with the next section.Shop Trauma Void helmets
Shop all ›The wide brim
The wide-brim hunter look: Equinavia Crown, One K Avance, IRH F1
The Equinavia Crown MIPS, the One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim and the IRH F1 Wide Brim are the helmets we carry with a brim that shades the face like a Star Lady Hunter. Equinavia lists the Crown MIPS as ASTM F1163-23/SEI and CE EN 1384:2023 certified, the same two standards KASK lists for the Star Lady Hunter, with a dial fit and a shiny frame in finishes from matte black to crystal.
The One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim pairs the brim with MIPS and CCS parts you can swap later, and the One K Avance Wide Brim is the version without MIPS. IRH ships the F1 Wide Brim with two liner thicknesses, and TuffRider's Guardian Matte and Ultimate Wide Brim helmets bring a dial-fit brim to a lower tier.
In fairness
The Star Lady's merino padding and self-adjusting cradle are KASK's own; none of these copies that system, so try the fit in person.Equinavia Crown MIPS Riding Helmet
I got the black and gunmetal, and it is one of the sleekest helmets I have ever owned. The brim is just wide enough to look attractive and be functional without it being overdone.
I really love that this helmet has a simple, yet elegant design that can be used while schooling or in the show ring. The Black with Gloss Frame accent (my personal favorite) gives it a little something while still maintaining that classic look. The low profile vents are also a HUGE plus for me - nothing bothers me more than vents that are protruding off of the helmet. These vents make it look bulky. Finish that off with the wide brim for additional sun coverage, and you have yourself a beautifully designed helmet. Aside from its looks, this helmet is SUPER lightweight, breathable, and fits perfectly snug to my head to the point where it almost feels like it's not even there. I also like that IRH provides both a 2mm and 3mm liner so that you can adjust sizing as needed, and not have to spend the extra dollar. Adjustability is key!
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Hair up, round head or long oval: what to try instead
For a round head, try the Trauma Void EQ3 NEOZ; for a long oval, the Trauma Void Pardus; and for hair worn up, a dial-fit helmet such as the Equinavia Skylar or Gardian. Measure about an inch above your eyebrows, compare front-to-back with ear to ear, then try the helmet on with your hair the way you ride.
The Equinavia Skylar has a ponytail cut-out and an easy-adjust dial, and the Gardian shares the dial and washable Coolmax liner. Trauma Void describes the Pardus as a slim fit for oblong heads, and One K makes the Avance in a Long Oval shell. Riders tell us dial fits and the right shell solve what the cradle didn't: one says her Gardian adjusts for hair up and down, and another with a very round head says the EQ3 fits super well.
In fairness
Some riders with very round heads find the Star Lady fits them better than anything else. If that is you, try the EQ3 NEOZ on before you decide.Equinavia Gardian Riding Helmet
Just love this helmet. Looks great, very comfortable, love that it is adjustable (for hair up and hair down)
IRH helmets
My helmet fits with my hair up and down, I tried it with my hair up, and again IT DOES fit me with my hair down
Trauma Void EQ3
I've got a very round head and the Trauma Void EQ3 fits me super well. It's quite comfortable. It does have a washable liner and comes in navy!
Trauma Void Pardus Smooth Helmet
my narrow and tall head has tried on almost every MIPS helmet at this point, including those that supposedly work for oval heads, and the Pardus is the first that feels 'oval' enough.
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Shop all ›Independent lab ratings
How the helmets we carry rate at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech's helmet lab rates 54 helmets in its 2026 equestrian table, updated August 2026, and the Trauma Void NEOZ EQ3 leads the helmets we carry here with 4 stars, sixth. The Trauma Void Pardus MIPS and the Equinavia Gardian and Skylar follow at 3 stars.
| Helmet | As Virginia Tech lists it | Rank of 54 | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trauma Void EQ3 NEOZ Helmet | TRAUMA VOID NEOZ EQ3 | 6 | 4 stars |
| Trauma Void Pardus Smooth Helmet | TRAUMA VOID PARDUS MIPS | 18 | 3 stars |
| Equinavia Gardian Riding Helmet | EQUINAVIA GARDIAN | 20 | 3 stars |
| Equinavia Skylar Riding Helmet | EQUINAVIA SKYLAR | 26 | 3 stars |
Ranks, stars and model names as Virginia Tech's 2026 table lists them; a lower rank number is a better score. A rating belongs to the tested model, and the table does not measure fit or comfort.
In fairness
What the KASK Star Lady does well
The Star Lady is the show-hunter helmet many riders picture first, with a clean wide-brim line and a wide size run, and its strengths are real.
If you want single-centimeter sizing, KASK lists the Star Lady Hunter in 13 sizes from 51 to 63 cm.
If you like merino padding and click-in liners you can wash and swap, that is the Star Lady's own system.
If you want chrome, Pure Shine or crystal finishes on the same shape, KASK offers them on the Star Lady line.
If a Star Lady already fits your head well, trust that: riders with round heads say it fits them beautifully.
KASK Star Lady alternatives: your questions
What is a good alternative to the KASK Star Lady?
For the low, clean line, try the Trauma Void Lynx Smooth Top or EQ3 NEOZ. For the wide brim, compare the Equinavia Crown MIPS, the One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim and the IRH F1 Wide Brim. Measure your head, then try your two favorites on.
CloseHow does KASK Star Lady sizing work?
KASK lists the Star Lady Hunter in 13 sizes from 51 to 63 cm, with a click-in liner. Riders report the newer Star Lady feeling snugger in the same size, so measure about an inch above your eyebrows and use each maker's own size chart.
CloseWhich wide-brim helmets look like a Star Lady?
The Equinavia Crown MIPS has a wider brim and a shiny frame, the One K MIPS CCS Avance Wide Brim pairs the brim with MIPS and CCS parts, and the IRH F1 Wide Brim comes with two liner thicknesses. TuffRider's Guardian Matte and Ultimate Wide Brim add a dial fit at a lower tier.
CloseWhich riding helmets work with my hair up?
Look for a dial fit or swap-in liners. The Equinavia Skylar has a ponytail cut-out and an easy-adjust dial, and One K makes refit liners. Try any helmet on with your hair the way you ride, and check that it sits level and snug.
CloseHow does the KASK Star Lady rate at Virginia Tech?
Virginia Tech's 2026 equestrian table, updated August 2026, lists the KASK Star Lady at 2 stars, 44th of 54 helmets. The table rates the tested model in lab impact tests; it does not measure fit or comfort.
CloseWhere can I read more comparisons like this?
Riders comparing the KASK Star Lady also read about KASK as a brand, what to try when another favorite helmet is hard to find, and wide-brim and show helmet comparisons.
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Find your Star Lady swap
Pick the look you love, measure your head, and try the helmet that matches.
How we built this guide: KASK Star Lady details are from KASK's own page, checked November 2026. Carried helmet details are from each maker's listings, checked November 2026. Ratings are Virginia Tech's 2026 equestrian table, updated August 2026. Rider words are quoted as posted.