In Reply to: If tested in Aus. posted by Baldie on Tuesday, 16. June 2009 at 09:30 Bali Time:
Baldie,
You are correct. The tests for AS1698 include dropping a spike on the helmet and putting a heavy weight on the strap. The tests are very expensive.
You can buy AS1698 compliant helmets in Australia for as low as $A99 on special.