There is no set criteria for a whitewater helmet. There is a new company making a helmet that they say it is based on scientific studies. These made as a result of their son's death while wearing a whitewater helmet. I think, but am not sure, the company was out of Maryland. As it is, it seems that more people are going for style over protection. Anyway, here are some considerations. a.. It needs to go over the temple, ears, and back of the head. (Function over style.) b.. No brim, on the front, if you wear glasses. Brims cause fogging c.. If you are paddling technical (rocky) water, be able to attach a face guard. d.. Not a dark color, it gets hot. e.. Holes to allowing cooling air circulation. f.. Adjustable to allow a paddling hat underneath. g.. Not inhibit hearing. Hope this helps. John Looze *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Mon Nov 01 2004 - 06:00:06 PST
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