Closest Helmet to a Hat?

[iriponsnow]

GO!

Tired of helmet being so bulky- what's out there?

[BigDaddy]

Still in development, but I could sell you a prototype with the built in goggles?

[Sessiøn]

Bern Baker

[Core Shot]

Ha
Ha ha ha

[rob stokes]

Smith vantage, lots of airflow when the vents are open and ear pieces are removed.

Never used it but I think the 'sweet' helmets are pretty low profile

[ill-advised strategy]

Jofa VM?

[Norseman]

I used a batting helmet with chin strap for a couple years.

No way! Still got it? Longboard day is coming...

[mfa81]

I'd say smith maze

[gregL]

Smith Maze or Salomon MTN Lab

[straightlineorbust]

Find my Smith Vantage un-intrusive... can't wait to hit my head hard enough to warrant replacing it and getting a MIPs model

[TurxSki]

GO!

Tired of helmet being so bulky- what's out there?

Hang on. *Bulky*?
What are you wearing then?
It is a ski/bmx/climbing/kayak type we assume, not army surplus?

[Oh, and btw, always thought is spelled helmut on thah webz. M'kay?]

[CaliBrit]

Pret

[Notchtop]

Shred half skull. Remove earpieces.

[mall walker]

I found Bern makes some decently low-profile helmets, if you're worried about the alien/penis-head look. I think I have the Watts, I dig it.

If it's a touring/weight thing, there are some real light dual-cert helmets like camp speed, etc.

[kootenayskier]

Smith Maze or Salomon MTN Lab

I'm using the Salomon Mountain Lab, and though working well for me in most respects, is not (compared to my Smith Vantage) low profile. It rides high, has lots of volume, and is a challenge to fit inside some of my jacket hoods.

[kootenayskier]

I found Bern makes some decently low-profile helmets, if you're worried about the alien/penis-head look. I think I have the Watts, I dig it.

If it's a touring/weight thing, there are some real light dual-cert helmets like camp speed, etc.

Depends how much head protection you think you need. Something is certainly better than nothing, but the Watts is certified only for Class B skiing protection, whereas for example the Salomon Mountain Lab is certified for both Class A skiing, and mountaineering. It's a significant difference in both the type and amount of force that your head is protected from.

[Supermoon]

[Peruvian]

A few options:





Or maybe you prefer a hat that looks like a helmet.

[old goat]

Depends how much head protection you think you need. Something is certainly better than nothing, but the Watts is certified only for Class B skiing protection, whereas for example the Salomon Mountain Lab is certified for both Class A skiing, and mountaineering. It's a significant difference in both the type and amount of force that your head is protected from.

As I understand it the difference between Class A and Class B is better penetration resistance for Class A, which is important if you ski where sharp things drop on your head, and ear covering, while it doesn't have to be rigid, cannot be removable, which is a deal killer for me.

[Core Shot]

MLB has been using a hat like design for years.
I used a batting helmet with chin strap for a couple years.

XXXXL chin strap?

[AKbruin]

For touring and climbing, I've become a big fan of the Camp Speed 2.0. It's smaller, very light, and breathable and I can fit a baseball cap under it. It's not particularly warm though.

I also have a POC Backcountry, which offers great protection but which I hate in every other regard. After I got the Camp, the POC helmet became relegated to shorter tours.

[GeezerSteve]

FWIW, ultralight molded foam climbing hard hats are quite fragile

[El Chupacabra]

Still in development, but I could sell you a prototype with the built in goggles?

[Toddball]

FWIW, ultralight molded foam climbing hard hats are quite fragile

Managed to crush mine while trying to fit everything in a carry-on a few weeks ago

I have a Bern Macon that was hurled at me at a TGR premier a few years back; it's small and fits pretty well but I'm not sure it's even certified for Class B, let alone Class A (I think this year's is CEN-B certified, though). I guess I'll also be paying attention to this thread and end-of-season closeouts.

[skuff]

Is Marty wearing an old salad spinner?