I
have long awaited the arrival of the new Black Diamond Vector Helmet. I like to
carry as little weight up the hill as possible and since my LG/XL Vector
weighs in at a trim 8.5 ounces (SM/MD 8.1 ounces) I have no excuse to
leave my helmet at home.
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| the new Vector from blackdiamondequipment.com |
There
are lots of technical components to the Vector: in-mold headlamp clips,
ratcheting helmet adjustment, tuck away suspension (for packing), lots of
ventilation, and cold-molded EPS foam with polycarbonate shell. On top of all these technical points, the
Vector passes the all-day comfort test with ease.
A
good friend and regular climbing partner of mine named Juan laid it out for me a few weeks ago: he said, “Mike, you are to always bring your helmet for any
projects in Eldo.” Juan and I had been working on the climb “Surf’s
Up.” Sure enough the next time we went out I brought the Vector along to test-drive. Bottom line: we both dug it.
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| Juan rockin the Vector Helmet in Eldo |
The
long and short is this: the Vector is a lightweight helmet that is comfortable,
looks good, packs easily and most importantly is going to protect your
domepiece. Fear not ladies, there is also a
Women's Model.
Have fun and be safe out there.
CMS Senior Guide
Colorado Mountain School
1.800.836.4008
totalclimbing.com
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