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Petzl Elios Climbing Helmet

Item #PTZ0203 | 150 in Stock

Anybody out there actually taken any impacts with this helmet...

By Backcountry.com Employee April 21, 2008

Anybody out there actually taken any impacts with this helmet yet?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No

By Ranked #21 - Harnesses and Climbing Helmets December 31, 2008

I took several grapefruit size ice chunks last season. The ice came from a climber approximately 60' above me. The ice ricocheted down onto my head, net result... no injury and lots of adrenaline. Helmet is sound, even after the impacts. Hope that helps.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No

Tech Specs:

Material:
[Shell] polycarbonate; [Liner] closed-cell foam 
Ventilation:
10 Vents 
Adjustability:
Wheel-ratchet back, adjustable chin strap 
Weight:
12oz (350g) 
Recommended Use:
Rock climbing, ice climbing, alpine climbing 
Manufacturer Warranty:
3 Years 
Country of Origin:
Finland 

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