Helmets for climbers
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- - 30 %POCCalyx MIPS Ski-/Snowboard Helmet Uranium Black MattMSRP 249,95 €174,95 €Available Sizes:XS
- - 30 %POCCalyx MIPS Ski-/Snowboard Helmet Selentine Off-White MattMSRP 249,95 €174,95 €Available Sizes:XSLXXL
- - 11 %newPetzlMeteor Climbing Helmet Rot / Orange MenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €Available Sizes:12
- - 9 %newBlack DiamondHalf Dome Climbing Helmet DenimMSRP 54,95 €49,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 9 %newBlack DiamondHalf Dome Climbing Helmet SlateMSRP 54,95 €49,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 11 %newPetzlMeteor Climbing Helmet Weiß / Schwarz MenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 29 %DynafitTLT Ski Touring Helmet FrostMSRP 139,95 €99,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 17 %newSalewaToxo 3.0 Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 59,95 €49,95 €One size
- - 13 %newMammutCrag Sender Climbing Helmet TitaniumMSRP 79,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:5256
- - 40 %SalewaToxo 3.0 Climbing Helmet GreenMSRP 49,95 €29,95 €One size
- - 30 %SalewaVega Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 99,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:LXLS/M
- - 10 %newMammutWall Rider Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 99,95 €89,95 €Available Sizes:5256
- - 13 %newMammutCrag Sender Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 79,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:5256
- - 20 %DynafitTLT Ski Touring Helmet Storm BlueMSRP 149,95 €119,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 28 %GrivelDuetto Climbing Helmet BlackMSRP 138,95 €99,95 €One size
- - 8 %newCAMPStorm Climbing Helmet GreyMSRP 75,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 25 %SalewaPura Climbing Helmet RedMSRP 59,95 €44,95 €Available Sizes:MXL
- - 11 %Black DiamondVision Climbing Helmet Astral Blue MenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 20 %DynafitTLT Ski Touring Helmet BurgundyMSRP 149,95 €119,95 €Available Sizes:LXLS/M
- - 11 %newPetzlMeteora Climbing Helmet Weiß / Violett WomenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €One size
- - 20 %DynafitTLT Ski Touring Helmet Winter MossMSRP 149,95 €119,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 12 %newPetzlPicchu Climbing Helmet Blau KidsMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €One size
- - 12 %newMammutSkywalker 3.0 Climbing Helmet TitaniumMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €One size
- - 20 %DynafitTLT Ski Touring Helmet Marine BlueMSRP 149,95 €119,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 13 %newEdelridShield II Climbing Helmet Petrol / SnowMSRP 79,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:5662
- - 11 %newPetzlMeteora Climbing Helmet Weiß / Grau WomenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €One size
- - 10 %newBlack DiamondVapor Climbing Helmet BlackMSRP 149,95 €134,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 13 %newEdelridShield II Climbing Helmet Oasis / SnowMSRP 79,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:5662
- - 12 %newSalewaPiuma 3.0 Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 129,95 €114,95 €Available Sizes:LXLS/M
- - 14 %newBlack DiamondCapitan Climbing Helmet Pewter / BlackMSRP 69,95 €59,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 11 %newBlack DiamondVision Climbing Helmet Aqua Verde WomenMSRP 89,95 €79,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 37 %JulboNew Testival Product The Peak LT Ski-/Snowboard Helmet Grau / WeissMSRP 189,90 €119,95 €Available Sizes:5658
- - 37 %JulboNew Testival Product The Peak LT Ski-/Snowboard Helmet Weiss / SchwarzMSRP 189,90 €119,95 €Available Sizes:5660
- - 11 %newPetzlBoreo Climbing Helmet WeißMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 10 %newBlack DiamondVapor Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 149,95 €134,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 14 %newEdelridZodiac 3R Climbing Helmet NightMSRP 69,95 €59,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 11 %newEdelridShield Climbing Helmet Jade / Petrol KidsMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:56
- - 12 %newEdelridZodiac Climbing Helmet SnowMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 10 %newMammutWall Rider Climbing Helmet Dark JadeMSRP 99,95 €89,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 37 %JulboNew Testival Product The Peak LT Ski-/Snowboard Helmet Schwarz / GrauMSRP 189,90 €119,95 €Available Sizes:565860
- - 8 %newCAMPStorm Climbing Helmet WhiteMSRP 75,95 €69,95 €Available Sizes:5662
- - 14 %newBlack DiamondCapitan Climbing Helmet Astral / BlackMSRP 69,95 €59,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 12 %newMammutSkywalker 3.0 Climbing Helmet PurpleMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €One size
- - 11 %newPetzlBoreo Climbing Helmet GrauMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 10 %newBlack DiamondVapor Climbing Helmet Envy GreenMSRP 149,95 €134,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 41 %CAMPStorm Climbing Helmet Light BlueMSRP 75,95 €44,95 €Available Sizes:56
- - 12 %newEdelridZodiac Climbing Helmet IcemintMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 16 %newWild CountrySyncro Climbing Helmet Green IvyMSRP 94,95 €79,95 €One size
- - 14 %newBlack DiamondCapitan Climbing Helmet Patina / BlackMSRP 69,95 €59,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 12 %newEdelridZodiac Climbing Helmet OasisMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 12 %newEdelridZodiac Climbing Helmet SaharaMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €Available Sizes:61
- - 12 %newPetzlPicchu Climbing Helmet Violet KidsMSRP 59,95 €52,95 €One size
- - 11 %newPetzlBoreo Climbing Helmet RotMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 16 %newWild CountrySyncro Climbing Helmet QuarzMSRP 94,95 €79,95 €One size
- - 16 %newWild CountrySyncro Climbing Helmet PetrolMSRP 94,95 €79,95 €One size
- - 23 %PetzlBoreo Climbing Helmet BlauMSRP 64,95 €49,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 10 %newBlack DiamondVapor Helmet Climbing Helmet PewterMSRP 149,95 €134,95 €Available Sizes:M/L S/M
- - 11 %newPetzlBorea Climbing Helmet Jungle Green WomenMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 11 %newPetzlBorea Climbing Helmet Navy Blue WomenMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 9 %newBlack DiamondW Half Dome Climbing Helmet Alloy WomenMSRP 54,95 €49,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 9 %newBlack DiamondW Half Dome Climbing Helmet Desert SageMSRP 54,95 €49,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 11 %newPetzlBorea Climbing Helmet Lilac / White WomenMSRP 64,95 €57,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
- - 12 %newSalewaPiuma 3.0 Helmet Climbing Helmet ZephyrMSRP 129,95 €114,95 €Available Sizes:S/M
When climbing, safety is everything. And for that, you not only need a belaying device, you also need a good climbing helmet. And this needs to fit you well and guard you well. There are different kinds with their advantages and disadvantages, depending on how they are constructed and what other features they bring.
Why use a helmet when climbing?
Why do you need a helmet? It’s simple, nature can be quite dangerous. When you are out and about on rock walls, it can happen that small pieces of rocks or also bigger ones get loose and fall down. This should obviously not be the every-day thing, but it does happen. And of course, there are different kinds of rocks, but better safe than sorry!
But it is not only nature that can be a danger. It is also fellow climbers. Because if someone is climbing above you, he could trigger stones to fall down, and land straight on your head. And that is not all, he could also drop a carabiner, quickdraws or other tools by mistake.
And of course, the helmet also protects you from injuries when falling. Generally, it is not very likely that you land on your head when falling while climbing. But there is other possibilities to get injured. For example when falling uncontrolled, you could start swinging, which could bump your head into the walls.
And last but not least, the helmet also protects you from strong sun and rain, but then again – you will probably have other worries if it starts raining while in a wall!
Construction and features of your climbing helmet
Generally, there are two types of climbing helmets. Hardshell ones, and in-molds ones. And there are hybrid helmets that give you the best of both worlds.
The hardshell helmet is the classic one. It has a very durable and robust outer shell made of synthetic material. On the inside, the helmet is cushioned to make it fit nicely. It is for sure the cheaper option, but the weight is a bit higher.
In-mold helmets have a rigid foam shell and a thin plastic layer on top. They are usually more expensive, but they weigh less. That is why they are very popular with climbers that would get head aches by heavier helmets. But these helmets are also a bit more vulnerable to denting.
Therefore, one important aspect is the weight. The lighter, the more comfortable it is to wear.
And ventilation. On climbing helmets, there are holes in the back and on the sides. Obviously you can not have them on top like on a bike helmet due to falling small rocks. And there are climbing helmets with predesigned fixation for head lamps.
By the way, the design is pretty relevant too. Of course, the color will not change its capabilities. But if you like the look of your helmet, you are way more likely to wear it whenever possible, so make sure you pick one that you like! Also, bright colors can be seen more easily!
Fit of the climbing helmet
What is most important, is that the helmet fits you well. Because if it doesn’t, it will not be able to do what it is supposed to do properly, and it will probably also cause quite a head ache.
Helmets come in different sizes and most of the time, you can then adjust them more precisely with custom fit systems in the back. Also, there are one-size helmets, where the range of sizing is larger.
No matter what type of climbing you are doing, be it a via ferrata, alpine or sports climbing or ice climbing, on the mountain or inside – you need a helmet for protection when you climb! Also, you will obviously also need additional equipment: harnesses, belaying devices, climbing shoes, rope and other essentials.
Read more regarding climbing helmets
Climbing Essentials: All you need to know
Get vertical with the right pair of climbing shoes
Safe on the mountain and in the climbing hall: Everything you need to know about ropes
Climbing ABC: The most popular types of climbing
©Climbing helmet when sport climbing by Sam Bie & Petzl ©Climbing helmet by Simon Gietl