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danq99
Jul 5, 2004, 12:12 AM
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Anyone got a helmet that they are looking to get rid of?
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anykineclimb
Jul 5, 2004, 6:20 AM
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yeah.
Like new. Dropped only once.
from 80ft...
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petsfed
Jul 5, 2004, 6:43 AM
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Please tell me this is a joke, or for research, or to look at, or anything other than for climbing. If you get a helmet, get a new one! A helmet can be outwardly undamaged but still unable to protect your head. If you're unsure for any reason, you won't wear it. Helmets, like harnesses and ropes, shouldn't be bought used. Wait for good deals, but don't go second hand.
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danq99
Jul 5, 2004, 7:19 PM
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thanks
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cabal666
Jul 5, 2004, 10:11 PM
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you never know what a used helmet (or any used gear) has been through. the petzel elios usually goes for $55. its pretty cheap and a great helmet.
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off_route
Jul 7, 2004, 10:44 PM
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In reply to: Please tell me this is a joke, or for research, or to look at, or anything other than for climbing. If you get a helmet, get a new one! A helmet can be outwardly undamaged but still unable to protect your head. If you're unsure for any reason, you won't wear it. Helmets, like harnesses and ropes, shouldn't be bought used. Wait for good deals, but don't go second hand.
I'm for safety too but you guys are a little paranoid. This isn't a piece of gear that will withstand 22KN of shockload It's a HELMET. It's not rocket science. They're made from simple plastic and webbing, foam padding of some sort. Alumimum specifically can have hairline cracks from a fall that can undermine the strength of the piece. Steel doesn't have this problem. Plastic doesn't have this problem. If it isn't visibly cracked it's OK.
If all you guys are so paranoid about safety why aren't you climbing with motorcycle helmets which are stronger and full face? Oh I forgot, not only must all get be NEW it must be "for climbing" as well.
Get a used helmet, get a bike helmet they will both work.
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davidji
Jul 7, 2004, 11:49 PM
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slobmonster
Jul 8, 2004, 10:15 PM
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I've got a Petzl Ecrin I don't use anymore. Scratched, and I'd have to remove some stickers, but it's yours for twenty bucks, dude.
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