I like the Kong helmet, worth a try and looks good, holds goggles well, comfy and ventilated.
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I like the Kong helmet, worth a try and looks good, holds goggles well, comfy and ventilated.
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This helmet looked promising for ending my AT helmet woes and probably would be if it fit. I have a giant melon and am at the upper end of the size range. It wasn’t quite big enough to wear a beanie beneath for me. It’s light, well ventilated, and has a nicely done adjustment system. Without a beanie it was super comfortable for me. I like the integrated visor but it’s removable if you don’t.
I’ll probably be sticking with the bigger helmet companies that make jumbo sizes.
As a bump for that, I tried this helmet on and it fit really well. I liked the style and the visor is the best. If you want a visor helmet instead of wearing a brim/ball cap, this would do it!Quote:
Originally Posted by ccl
For anyone who likes to just wear a helmet in place of a hat, I have really been loving the velcro-on brims Salamander sells for WW kayaking:
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Anyone tried the new atomic backland helmets yet? Not finding the summit here un Yup and wondering if the atomics, despite the AGGRESSIVE styling, are a viable option?
Just received a 2023 Smith Summit MIPS helmet (bought on heavy discount from Corbetts). I didn’t have an opportunity to try one on in advance, but had high hopes for Smith’s new AT helmet (I wear a Smith Vantage inbounds) apparently designed in part by Cody Townsend. I like the BOA which makes for a nice even fit, however the helmet is noticeably heavier and seems less vented than the well worn Salomon Mtn Lab I’m looking to replace, it moves around a bit weirdly on my head (I guess that’s the MIPS?), and the chin strap fits unevenly around my ears and isn’t adjustable. I could probably deal with these relatively minor annoyances, but that it sits so low on my forehead that it pushes my (medium fit) goggles down awkwardly onto to my nose. Seriously the brim sits a full inch lower than than my Vantage or Mtn Lab. I’m sending it straight back, and am now shopping for a replacement Mtn Lab.
Yeah man without going full euro skimo style ugly helmets you're not going to find much that best the MTN Lab (from what I remember of my research).
Skimo.co has the best selection I've found
Wish BD would do a dual rated helmet as I feel they have a number of good looking ones (not the half dome)
As someone waiting for a Smith Summit from Corbetts as well, I'm bummed to hear that. What size did you buy?Quote:
Originally Posted by kootenayskier
Large. I’m interested in other’s experience, whether this is design flaw, or a my head issue. The low brim presumably works with oversize sunglasses, but I do a lot of touring for powder, and goggle compatibility is essential.Quote:
Originally Posted by ASmileyFace
In a huge fan of Smith in general - but I’ve learned; never buy a year 1 product from Smith…
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Love my Mammut Wall Rider for spring conditions.
$48! from bc.com RN
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I'll update when it shows up. I also need goggle compatibility and will be using this helmet for inbounds, but with lots of hiking duty.Quote:
Originally Posted by kootenayskier
No problems with Smith Summit + Giro Axis combo. I like the clean look of the helmet.
Quick update on the Smith Summit after a dozen or so days.
I wasn't impressed with the initial fit out of the box and had durability concerns about the new style of BOA specifically. The little cords seemed to be a major potential weak point and with the BOA being key to the overall fit having one of them break would make the helmet nearly useless.
With those concerns noted, I've come to really like this helmet. I love how I can throw it on over whatever headwear I'm already wearing and just tighten the BOA before dropping in. My older helmets needed me to put on either a thin buff or skullcap instead of keeping whatever I walked uphill with. It fits securely, comfortably and does not look stupid with everything from a thin buff/windshirt, a lightweight ballcap, and even a thick beanie over a flat-brim that I often wear during the mid winter. It is extremely adjustable and fits comfortably with a wide range of headwear, which is exactly what I was looking for. I can see how it might not work great with some googles, but I haven't had fit issues with my 4D Mags. I wish it had a google retaining clip on the back. Seems like a strange oversight considering most skiers will still use this helmet with googles on the descent.
I'm glad I only paid sale prices for it though. No mag closure for the chin strap on an over $230 retail helmet?? A few small features like the google retainer were overlooked too. Overall 4/5 would buy again.
Bumpin this.
Anyone have any experience with the Scott Couloir helmet?
Tried on the SP Ascender MIPS, my head was too pointy for it.
I have the Couloir. I like it a lot. Like most light weight back country helmets, the liner is light and sparse, but with a beanie or hat underneath it is quite warm on cold days and can be adjusted for the extra thickness. On warmer days, it has great ventilation and can be worn with just the liner or without and just a ball cap or light beanie. I find the fit great, light weight, good ventilation, no real criticisms.Quote:
Originally Posted by nyskirat
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The Scott helmet is very oval, so it didn't work for my round-ish head. Sounds like it may be a good fit for you.
Great!Quote:
Originally Posted by Benneke10
Thanks for the info. Definitely more of an oval head shape so sounds like that'll work.
I’m selling a large couloir in red if you’re interested, used a couple times this spring but in great shape
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Anyone of y'all rigged up a goggle retaining strap or bungee/hook situation on your Summits? Any suggestions?
I'll probably do it at some point this season, so if no one has a good pic/suggestion, I will post up my results. Should be pretty easy.
I was going to grab those stick-on Goggle Grips but honestly after some use, i don't miss having a retaining strap too much.Quote:
Originally Posted by meter-man
I don't pop my goggles up/down as much as in resorts so i just don't find that the strap needs help staying put.
For the collective knowledge, I got a BD El Capitan helmet this year to replace my Movement Alpi 3 tech. It fits and stays in the right place better than the Movement, similar size/volume in the pack, lighter weight, and better oval shape for my head. Also better venting. However, it doesn’t fit big goggles as well, and doesn’t have as many certs. I decided not to worry about the multi cert thing.
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Thanks for the insight. I got the Summit for patrolling and touring. When patrolling, I'd wear goggles if it's cold, so I might like to have some retainer. But I'll try it out first sans fixes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ørion
I'd never seen the Goggle Grips, but that looks like an easy solution. Cheers!
Just bought another Smith Mtn Lab. Had heard there’d been some changes to the fit, but I can’t notice any changes from the well worn one (I think I got 7 seasons out of it) I’m replacing.
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You mean Salomon MTN Lab?Quote:
Originally Posted by kootenayskier
I could totally see needing a little extra security if you're using the helmet for inbounds patrolling. The rear of the goggle strap does like popping up if you're not careful when raising your goggles.Quote:
Originally Posted by meter-man
I know of that model specifically because a lot of instructors use them at my home resort. There's a few other manufacturers making similar designs though I can't speak to the practicality of any of them from personal experience.
Yes, brain fart.Quote:
Originally Posted by gregL
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Different helmet but yeah I rigged some thin bungy cord loops on my camp skimo helmet - one on each side does the job but I added one at the back too - works pretty well. Easy to do as long as your helmet has open vents in the right places which it looks like the Summit does. Will take some pics if I remember but it’s not anything particularly revolutionary.Quote:
Originally Posted by meter-man
Big melon guy (61cm) with an oval shape. My normal helmet is a Scott and it fits nicely. Any other potential lightweight AT helmets, or should I just try to find a Scott Couloir?Quote:
Originally Posted by Benneke10
If you’re interested i have a large couloir i’m looking to sellQuote:
Originally Posted by Island Bay
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Thanks for the offer, but I'm in NZ :-)
Great helmet, I have three of them. Use them for alpine skiing as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by kootenayskier
Solly mtn lab people: some got shipped with a summer liner back in the day. Mine didn’t. Anyone willing to part with a small one? Otherwise, others had luck just putting some bike helmet-style padding in there for warmer weather?
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i'm slowly accepting the fact than i should get a new helmet. my 25+ year-old boeri has served me well. i want MIPS, low profile, durability, and ventilation. Minimal coverage and no ear flaps. a sun visor would be nice, too, but i often wear a hat underneath with it's hot. My current old boeri is fairly unique, and it's how many friends and family first notice me on the hill. So unique color is good, too. Use when touring, working on the hill, and free skiing. My head doesn't seem to fit many types of helmet (e.g., never found a giro that fit). I have a big head. I need to try them on before purchasing.
If i can find them: I'm considering sweet protection ascender (durable?), other(?) sweet protection, smith summit, what else? the helmet strap thing for the smith summit seems odd to me.
Pret helmets tick all those boxes. I like my Salomon Mtn Lab, particularly the swappable liners (great for skiing with a ball cap), no MIPS but has EPS4D (whatever that is).Quote:
Originally Posted by bodywhomper
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Originally Posted by bodywhomper
I've got a Pret Cynic AT that ticks most of those boxes except the brim (though I wear mine with a ball cap almost always and its pretty comfortable).
Thanks. I’ll check out pret’s line up.
Atomics new mountaineering helmet… is rated for skiing/climbing and mtbing ..I like mine so much, I’ve started wearing it from c2c on tours.
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i'll look into the atomic one, too. My bike helmet is about 15 years old....
a little stoke: here's my current boeri helmet. photo is from 2007, i think. a finger chute at kirkwood.
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i mean we all know there is an actual lifespan to a helmet right?