would this helmet be suitable for swiftwater rescue?
71782
I personally would buy something a little more substantial than the Black Diamond Half Dome. Also, if you are going to be wearing this for extended periods of time, then it can become uncomfortable. Lastly, this helmet was designed for rock climbers and alpine hikes, not the demands of water rescue. You could probably use it and be fine, but If it were me I would select a water rescue helmet.
71783
Yes it would be good for swift water rescue, since its light weight and there's nothing to really be torn up
71784
Buy a helmet that is designed for what you are doing. White water helmets are *much* more substantial than climbing helmets. Climbing helmets are designed to absorb the impact of one falling small/medium rock (anything larger and no helmet will do you any good), or perhaps a fall that swings you into a rock. Afterwards, they will likely need to be replaced. White water helmets are designed to protect you as you get swept through a rapids, bashing your head on every rock on the riverbed.
866740
It would allow space to fit some light padding and still fit. i also have a large head and its plenty roomy without the padding. the plastic is actually pretty stiff and durable. shouldnt bend unless you apply a lot of pressure. I would think it would crack if you tried to bend it. but its decently strong. not safety helmet strong, but strong for a look alike helmet.
2164915
if it were me, i'd suggest not. just because it wouldn't take much moisture to wreck it. we got it for an english setter and she "eats the shocks for breakfast". if she sees something out of bounds, she's gone and is willing to put up with the shocks till they stop. it may well be ok for swimming but i have a water proof watch that i won't swim with..............
1978425
It is very thin, so it might work. I wear such a balaclava for windsurfing in summer, but that is for warmth.
1846414
It depends on how much larger the helmet is. There is, maybe, an inch of clearance on the sides and the top. My guess would be that it would not fit.
1928862
i never tested it, the outside of the helmet appeared sealed enough but since all the electrical components are inside the helmet i assume it should be ok unless its under heavy rain
1684099
I would say no. It's very large, and not really designed for staying in place while doing lots of physical activity. It's comparable in size and function to a welding helmet.
1335497
The jacket is highly adjustable. That said, it should adjust that much, I am 5'7" and weigh 210 Lb. I think that the adjustment is there. As for how the jacket reacts in the water I really can't say as I haven't been in the water with it on. I use it on my boat and thankfully haven't had to test that feature. I would think, for me, it would preform well as the fit is good. I can say that for a life vest it is fairly comfortable to wear.
344130
I wore this on the Camino de Santiago. It went through rain and hail. BUT you should know that I wore it with the rain poncho over all, and mainly the front brim's job was to keep the water (and the hail) off of my glasses and face. It did well at that job. If I had worn it without the poncho, though, the wind would have flipped the brim all over the place and much of my face and neck would have been wet. HTH!
543824
i would say absolutely not. this is a kids helmet. i bought for my wife and returned it because way to small. it would be nice if it said "kids" in the actual product name. i bought because seemed like a great deal. I would recommend a Giro ski helmet which is what both my wife and I ended up getting from amazon at a reasonable price.
1858938
I wouldn't recommend it in a warm-weather climate, as the neoprene will hold in even more heat around your face than the helmet would normally. It also depends somewhat on how snug your helmet fits going over your ears, as the straps going around the sides of your head rest over your ears and your helmet could pull them down too low as you slide it on. I tried it with an open-faced helmet and it was workable, but not easy.
352856
You probably could but I would imagine that it would be pretty wobbly since the helmet is a round surface and mags are not so I'm no exactly sure how well the velcro would attach. It's a great Helmet anyways, very comfortable and the pull down goggles are nice, just remember to pull them down before a game.
2274454
It could, but I am sure it is not reccomended.the rigid helmet's inner padding is designed for full protection, no manufacturer would reccomend wearing both
564554
I would believe so. The base of the unit is secured to the helmet with a strong glue like substance. The units are pretty small and slide into the base unit for use.
290667
I don't believe so. It's not a motorcycle helmet. It does, however, offer better protection than a standard bicycle helmet.
2234681
I wouldn't wear it in place of a helmet and I don't think it will fit over top of a helmet......I used it solely for splatter protection.
1419054
Yes, I believe it is. I am an adult with a small head and was very impressed with the total safety of this helmet. If I had 3 y/o I would allow him/her to wear it and feel safe for them. I hope this helps you.