Black Diamond Helmet Review

Reviewed in the united states on march 6 2019 this helmet does look a little goofy but well built and i d rather be safe than sorry.

Black diamond helmet review.

The softer epp foam comprises the majority of the helmet while the esp stiffer more brittle foam is used only for a puck located on the crown of the helmet which is protected by a hard plastic outer shell. It is surprisingly comfortable despite its weight and its incredible durability makes it a great value. It s hard not to compare it in every way to its lighter sibling the vapor which is a great helmet but somewhat fragile to handle. I took it on a ski tour in 30f weather the other day.

The black diamond vector is a lightweight foam climbing helmet that has all of the necessary features. Black diamond vector helmet review i ve been wearing a helmet while climbing for many years now and i think as a whole they ve become so light and comfortable there really isn t much reason not to. Black diamond vision mips helmet review climbing magazine this light helmet allows the head to move reducing the harmful rotational motion transferred to the brain during angled impacts such as with rockfall. The black diamond half dome is the most affordable helmet in this review making it a great choice for beginners.

The esp puck protects against typical hazards in mountaineering scenarios granting the helmet the en 12492 climbing certification. This helmet fits me well is very light and is super well ventilated. Black diamond releases a massive update to their ever popular hardshell halfdome climbing helmet. In contrast to bd s vapor and vector helmets they designed the halfdome to be super durable for.

This helmet would be great for any climbing application from big walling to cragging. That was the first time i ve ever been able to put on my helmet at the trail head and take it back off the afternoon at the trail head.