Great All-Around Helmet

By NickW Ranked #209 - Harnesses and Climbing Helmets July 5, 2009

After getting back into climbing after a 7+ year hiatus, I was amazed by all of the gear advancements. This even applies to helmets. The last helmets I wore were either (i) the old heavy CAMP ones or (ii) the old version of the Petzel Erin Roc. I am very pleased with my Elios. It is sturdy, but also light-weight. I am sure there are lighter options available, but frankly I was blown away by the weight difference v. what I used to wear. It is a combination foam interior with an adjustable rachet in the back. Very easy to fit. I would say the most comparable is the BD Half Dome. I tried both on (they are both nice helmets), but the Elios (i) fit my head better and (ii) felt like it would work better with ski goggles (for winter/spring ski mountaineering. For an all-around work-horse helmet, I don't think you can go wrong with the Petzel Elios.

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