Clothing

Gear

Accessories

Unconditional money back guarantee – Welcome to gear gluttony
Uploaded By:
Was this helpful?
Close
Flag This
Close This Window
Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

Item #BLD0792|63 in Stock – Ships Wicked Fast & Free
$89.95
Close This Window

Please choose an option to order this item.

Gray, S (89.95)
Gray, M (89.95)
Gray, L (89.95)
Orange, S (89.95)
Orange, M (89.95)
Orange, L (89.95)
White, S (89.95)
White, M (89.95)
White, L (89.95)
Blue, S (89.95)
Blue, M (89.95)
Blue, L (89.95)
Quantity:
Gift Bag it: More Info
Add this to my Gear List  
This product has been added to your XX List
  • Pass It On

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

A low-profile design and weight of only 8.3oz make the Black Diamond Tracer Helmet ideal protection for climbers who don't want to look like construction workers. For a precise fit, this ultralight co-molded EPS foam helmet comes in three sizes and has a one-hand adjustment knob for micro-changes when you need to add a stocking hat. Fourteen vents give the Tracer Helmet excellent air flow, and the top six are covered with a mesh screen to keep them from filling with debris.

Bottom Line: The Black Diamond Tracer Helmet is so light that you have no excuse not to wear it.

Product Wall

Talk shop with all the gear freaks out there: ask 'em questions, upload/browse photos, and give your 2¢.

Hi, throw your review on the Product Wall to show your Gear-telligence.
Hi, got a question? Ask on the Product Wall.
Rating for this product: 5

Light is Right

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
March 18, 2009

I don't need any other helmet- this is light and fits my head. The hole at the back fits a pony tail great so I don't have to deal with my hair flying in my face when I climb. I don't think this is intentional, but it is a nice feature. The straps take a bit of working to get this helmet to fit your head perfectly, but so far, it is the only helmet that does not immediately go cock-eyed on me.
It make me bring a helmet when I normally would not.

Was this helpful? (1) (0)

Flag

1 Comment Last Comment: July 27, 2009 by:

By:
July 27, 2009

Write your comment here... Couldn't agree more! I switched to the Tracer and found that it works well for both fit and function. So far, its gone to the top of Rainier with me and down a couple rivers when I couldn't find my kayak helmet. Love it.

Flag

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Rating for this product: 4

Great helemt, looks funny though

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
November 29, 2008

So light, does the job perfectly...2 small problems are that it is a clean, comfortable and snug fit so it is hard to put a hat or hood under it for winter climbing, and it is really big looking, so I don't think it's the styliest helmet around (but does that really matter for a helmet?!?!?!)

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

at a frosty shiver bivy

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
July 8, 2009

really great helmet for fast and light alpine climbing

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag Zoom

I lost the right velcro attached pad inside the helmet. Where

I lost the right velcro attached pad inside the helmet. Where can I find a replacement pad?

By:
April 3, 2009

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Just give Black Diamond a call at 801.278.5552 and I am sure they have one laying around they can send you.

By:
April 3, 2009

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

Super light...

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
October 5, 2009

This is an awesome all-around helmet. Super light! I use it for rock climbing, ice climbing and ski-mountaineering. It is a lot lighter than my normal ski helmet which makes it an ideal choice for ski-mountaineering. It works well with goggles or sunglasses. Plenty of room for a beanie underneath when it is cold. Really easy to adjust the size on the fly.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

Light is Right

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
March 18, 2009

I don't need any other helmet- this is light and fits my head. The hole at the back fits a pony tail great so I don't have to deal with my hair flying in my face when I climb. I don't think this is intentional, but it is a nice feature. The straps take a bit of working to get this helmet to fit your head perfectly, but so far, it is the only helmet that does not immediately go cock-eyed on me.
It make me bring a helmet when I normally would not.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Chossineering in Mustang, Nepal

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
June 4, 2009

National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag Zoom

can this helmet be used for skateboarding and/or mtn biking?

can this helmet be used for skateboarding and/or mtn biking? is it certified for those uses?

By:
April 6, 2008

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

I wouldn't. BD makes this helmet for climbing. The foam and padding is completely different for skateboarding lids. Think of it like using a kayak lid for your motorcycle, it will work but the idea of a helmet is to keep you safe, not just to show the cop your wearing a helmet to avoid a ticket. Having 5 different helmets for 5 different sports isn't the worst thing, remember its all about the safety.

By: Backcountry.com Alumni
April 2, 2009

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

You could use it for those things but it is not certifed for those activities. I think the BD helmets were designed by someone from the bike helmet world, but they do have different protection intentions than biking or skating. In short, yes it would work, but the company hasn't paid to have it tested to other industry standards.

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
November 28, 2008

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

Ski tour option.

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
July 23, 2009

I used to ski tour with the BD halfdome climbing helmet. The Tracer feels much better though. It moves less when I move, and it seems less likely to catch its rim on snow or trees if I were to take a fall.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 3

Comfortable

By:
June 5, 2008

Very light, comfortable, out of the way helmet. Great on Ice.

Was this helpful? (1) (0)

Flag

In Mustang, Tibetan plateau

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
June 4, 2009

National Geographic feature on PBS will air NOV 18 at 8pm

super light...key for chossy cliff cave climbing

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag Zoom

Rating for this product: 5

Lets Hear It For Sizes!!!

By:
October 28, 2009

I love the Black Diamond Tracer because it comes in three sizes! I have a BIG head and the Tracer is the only helmet I can wear all day comfortably and feel like my whole head is in the bucket.
If you have a big head, try the Tracer Large.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 3

not very durable

By:
March 25, 2009

Great rock climbing helmet, super light and fits tight. It's ok for ice in my opinion, as soon as you put a hat on under it the helmet starts to ride high on my head. I wont take another one of these on a big trip either, just the plane ride crushed one and on another trip the constant punishment from being tossed around in the backpack trashed it. Overall though, it is my helmet of choice for any non-alpine venus, but if you need a helmet to last for years keep looking.

Was this helpful? (1) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

Not Bad

By:
July 3, 2008

I have a 22 inch head and i got the medium. Had to return it for a small. Other than that works

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 4

I LOVE THIS HELMET

By:
March 17, 2008

Helmets are key but many forget they are only good if you have them on your head. Bulky, heavy, and poor ventilation all are good reasons to not wear the things. Not a problem with this rig where once it's on, you nearly forget about it until you need it. A bit $$ and more delicate that the Half-Dome, it serves a good purpose as my "everyday" helmet on all but wall's. My one gripe, the headlamp clips don't inspire confidence.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Head Bucket Good

By: Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete
June 20, 2009

Rapping on the Grand Teton

Was this helpful? (1) (0)

Flag Zoom

Rating for this product: 5

Tracer does the job

By:
January 18, 2008

The tracer is a fantastic helmet for all variety's of climbing. I have used it trad climbing, ice, and alpine. Nothing bad to say about. The perfect helmet. The sizing is standard and a medium size will fit nicely on an average sized head.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

I only take it off to chimney.

By: Backcountry.com Employee
February 7, 2007

This helmet is pretty sweet, I can't see how you could ask much more of climbing helmet design. The suspension system is totally dialed, it's very light, and the venting is great. You'll make fun of your buddies still sporting their Ecrins for looking like cavers. Not that there's anything wrong with that...

Was this helpful? (1) (0)

Flag

in kandersteg

By:
March 5, 2009

its a great helmet!

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag Zoom

Rating for this product: 5

Perfect

By:
April 1, 2009

I'm a pretty big BD fan but I did try on a bunch of other helmets. This had the best craftsmanship and actually fits the head. The other's I tried felt like buckets with a strap system inside.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

very good

By:
June 25, 2008

too light :-)

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Summit of Mt. Rainier

By:
July 27, 2009

Tracer gets the job done!

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag Zoom

Rating for this product: 5

Awesome helmet

By:
September 17, 2009

The helmet fits great, stays snug on the noggen, super light and breathable, it has lots of adjustability. I've got an average sized head and the medium fits great, I used to hate wearing the old school petzl but I can even wear this thing around the house!!

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Rating for this product: 5

traceit

By: Backcountry.com Employee
December 19, 2006

super liteweight. So comfy Its like wearing a baseball cap and you forget that you are wearing it. Breaths nicely. A medium is a little big on my 22in around head. The adjustability is also nice.

Was this helpful? (0) (0)

Flag

Change me.

Tech Specs:

Material:
Co-molded EPS foam shell 
Ventilation:
14 Vents 
Adjustability:
One hands adjustment knob, three sizes available 
Weight:
8.3oz 
Recommended Use:
Sport and trad climbing 
Warranty:
1 Year 

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought: