The search for a comfy helmet.

JohN Dee · 14th May 2008, 08:18 PM

That is true there Squad, but they bother have there pros and cons which is why I like to use a combo (more times then not) off the both safety specs and mesh.

Safety Glasses
Pros:

Will stop hard flying objects from pentrating your eyeball (If they're made to the standard)
Stops most small pieces from hitting your eyes
Some, like my Stihl Safety glasses are tinted so the sun glare is lessened

Cons:

Fog up
Scratches/smears up
Doesn't let the ear muffs seal properly (if worn properly)
Digs into the back of your head over a period of time

Mesh
Pros:

Stops branches from dragging across your face
Stops sawdust/chips from spitting in your face
Doesn't disrupt your ear muff seal or dig into the back of your head

Cons:

If you look into the (or near it) sun with it down, all you see is glare - no visibility
If a piece of chip came flying at you fast enough it could easily penetrate it and take out an eyeball
Can get caught in scrub when ascending the trees (bloody blackbutts)
Wears alot faster then quality safety specs

Still wearing my same old Stihl helmet.. :P Bout to retire it as it comes with age. Might grab one of them kevlar ones that my dad is always wanting me to get.

Jeez it was funny when my dads helmet was brand new and it got its first major scratch... Nice biggen' along the ridge

the look on my dads face was hilarious.

newguy18 · 14th May 2008, 08:22 PM

I'm still considering one of them aluminum skull buckets.A few reasons,
1. I don't like ear muffs,plugs will do
2.I perfer saftey glasses over mesh.
3.Cheaper than most helmets i've seen here.

Therrin · 14th May 2008, 10:24 PM

I love the mesh...

If I wear safety glasses they have to be the big bulky ones that fit over my normal glasses... and those are a real pain.

You're damn right about the glare with the mesh though. It'd be nice to find a way around that problem.

I'll be getting my new helmet soon, looks like it'll either be a Vertex vent with muffs and mesh, or I'll find muffs and mesh to adapt to my Ecrin Roc. I'm definitely going for smaller/streamlined.
My Stihl head rig will be demoted to groundy use after that.

jim1nz · 19th May 2008, 02:40 PM

Ooo the new vertex vent helmets are even better than before! Pretty much the same but the internal harness is different. Especially good if you have dreads or a big head ha.

Ekka · 20th May 2008, 04:06 AM

Bloody hippies!

newguy18 · 20th May 2008, 08:42 PM

Do you reckon they fly to the tops of trees too?

Therrin · 20th May 2008, 09:29 PM

That's actually good to know.

My noggin is a bit larger than the standard size.

14th May 2008, 08:18 PM	#26 (permalink)
JohN Dee Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 744	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. That is true there Squad, but they bother have there pros and cons which is why I like to use a combo (more times then not) off the both safety specs and mesh. Safety Glasses Pros: Will stop hard flying objects from pentrating your eyeball (If they're made to the standard) Stops most small pieces from hitting your eyes Some, like my Stihl Safety glasses are tinted so the sun glare is lessened Cons: Fog up Scratches/smears up Doesn't let the ear muffs seal properly (if worn properly) Digs into the back of your head over a period of time Mesh Pros: Stops branches from dragging across your face Stops sawdust/chips from spitting in your face Doesn't disrupt your ear muff seal or dig into the back of your head Cons: If you look into the (or near it) sun with it down, all you see is glare - no visibility If a piece of chip came flying at you fast enough it could easily penetrate it and take out an eyeball Can get caught in scrub when ascending the trees (bloody blackbutts) Wears alot faster then quality safety specs Still wearing my same old Stihl helmet.. :P Bout to retire it as it comes with age. Might grab one of them kevlar ones that my dad is always wanting me to get. Jeez it was funny when my dads helmet was brand new and it got its first major scratch... Nice biggen' along the ridge the look on my dads face was hilarious. __________________ Climber with slow climbing speed, must make up with mighty chainsaw roar. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Red : Green : Blue

14th May 2008, 08:22 PM	#27 (permalink)
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Live Oak Florida home of the crapiest trees you will ever see. Posts: 2,646	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. I'm still considering one of them aluminum skull buckets.A few reasons, 1. I don't like ear muffs,plugs will do 2.I perfer saftey glasses over mesh. 3.Cheaper than most helmets i've seen here. __________________ Have your say join us today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzkd_m4ivmc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzfzb...eature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-OqK...eature=related

14th May 2008, 10:24 PM	#28 (permalink)
Therrin The Tree World Bandit Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancaster, Ca Posts: 1,270	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. I love the mesh... If I wear safety glasses they have to be the big bulky ones that fit over my normal glasses... and those are a real pain. You're damn right about the glare with the mesh though. It'd be nice to find a way around that problem. I'll be getting my new helmet soon, looks like it'll either be a Vertex vent with muffs and mesh, or I'll find muffs and mesh to adapt to my Ecrin Roc. I'm definitely going for smaller/streamlined. My Stihl head rig will be demoted to groundy use after that. __________________ Ken Fessia I.T.S.A. Tree Service (661) 916-4703

19th May 2008, 02:40 PM	#29 (permalink)
jim1nz Mature tree Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tauranga, New Zealand Posts: 296	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. Ooo the new vertex vent helmets are even better than before! Pretty much the same but the internal harness is different. Especially good if you have dreads or a big head ha. __________________ SPEED ALWAYS FOLLOWS TECHNIQUE

20th May 2008, 04:06 AM	#30 (permalink)
Ekka Eric Frei Administrator - Brisbane L5 (Dip) Hort Cert III Arb + some Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 6,830	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. Bloody hippies! __________________ Remember to use the "search" function, if you have answers/questions post them so everyone can benefit. Free Tree and Green Industry Link Directory Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding and Stump Removal Brisbane Brisbane Tree Care, Consultations, Developer, Tree and Arborist Reports Forum Sponsors

20th May 2008, 08:42 PM	#31 (permalink)
newguy18 Part of the Furniture Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Live Oak Florida home of the crapiest trees you will ever see. Posts: 2,646	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. Do you reckon they fly to the tops of trees too? __________________ Have your say join us today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzkd_m4ivmc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzfzb...eature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-OqK...eature=related

20th May 2008, 09:29 PM	#32 (permalink)
Therrin The Tree World Bandit Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancaster, Ca Posts: 1,270	Re: The search for a comfy helmet. That's actually good to know. My noggin is a bit larger than the standard size. __________________ Ken Fessia I.T.S.A. Tree Service (661) 916-4703

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