treehumper
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- Ridgefield, NJ
Petzl best with shield and muffs. Nice fit.
New Helmet
- Thread starter jim454
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- Suburb of Motown, U.S.A.
The Pacific is definitely a more substantial helmet than the Petzl. They make many, many models.
However, the Petzl Ecrin Roc (vented), Ecrin Best or ST (non-vented, apparently discontinued) are very light and comfy.
The newer versions: Petzl Vertex Vent, Best and ST all have slots for mounting earmuffs, face shields, etc. Still light and comfy.
However, the Petzl Ecrin Roc (vented), Ecrin Best or ST (non-vented, apparently discontinued) are very light and comfy.
The newer versions: Petzl Vertex Vent, Best and ST all have slots for mounting earmuffs, face shields, etc. Still light and comfy.
- Location
- sunny Madison, WI
I do not care for the Pacific helmet, I bought one and it developed a crack after less than a year. No impact or anything, just developed a crack. The good people at aerial equipment replaced it with the same on which I have worn once.
My personal favorite is the ecrin roc. I don't wear muffs or a face shield though. The vertex seemed to be a nice unit but it sat too high on my little head.
I would go with the vertex if you wear muffs, not one of the helmets without a chinstrap.
My personal favorite is the ecrin roc. I don't wear muffs or a face shield though. The vertex seemed to be a nice unit but it sat too high on my little head.
I would go with the vertex if you wear muffs, not one of the helmets without a chinstrap.
jim454
Participating member
- Location
- The land of Utopia
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The Pacific is definitely a more substantial helmet than the Petzl. They make many, many models.
However, the Petzl Ecrin Roc (vented), Ecrin Best or ST (non-vented, apparently discontinued) are very light and comfy.
The newer versions: Petzl Vertex Vent, Best and ST all have slots for mounting earmuffs, face shields, etc. Still light and comfy.
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Thanks for the links, I'll check em out!
The Pacific is definitely a more substantial helmet than the Petzl. They make many, many models.
However, the Petzl Ecrin Roc (vented), Ecrin Best or ST (non-vented, apparently discontinued) are very light and comfy.
The newer versions: Petzl Vertex Vent, Best and ST all have slots for mounting earmuffs, face shields, etc. Still light and comfy.
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Thanks for the links, I'll check em out!
- Location
- pittsburgh
- Location
- pittsburgh
jim454
Participating member
- Location
- The land of Utopia
Louis,
Cool looking helmets, wish I could attach my ear muffs to them
Cool looking helmets, wish I could attach my ear muffs to them
- Location
- Chicago Area
Most of my guys prefer the Petzl to the Pacific. I used to buy the Roc however the Vertex is my preference now since you can add earmuffs and a shield. Also the Vertex Vent has inserts for the vents, which is a nice option for the winter. I have purchased 2 Pacific helmets over the years that had cracks in the Kevlar around the suspension mounts so that is also something to consider.
- Location
- Retired in Minneapolis
Are the Grivel and Kong helmets ANSI rated?
- Location
- pittsburgh
the kong spider helmet is, I'm not 100% sure about the grivel helmet, I know mine has an EN # on it though
- Location
- Suburb of Motown, U.S.A.
Previous thread on Grivel Salamander.
- Location
- AZ
Vertex Vent is a good helmet. I've thought of getting the petzl meteor III (so light
), but I'm afraid my brain might cook in the foam.
- Location
- Suburb of Motown, U.S.A.
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petzl meteor III (so light
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Regardless of regulatory restrictions, IMO, the foam helmets are better suited to high airflow uses like riding a bike. Otherwise, I think you <u>need</u> the airspace around your head.
petzl meteor III (so light
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Regardless of regulatory restrictions, IMO, the foam helmets are better suited to high airflow uses like riding a bike. Otherwise, I think you <u>need</u> the airspace around your head.
