Salomon

MTN Lab Helmet

Light, high quality, but weird fit

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

medium

Fit is a little awkward, pressure points at front and rear. Probably better for folks with very round heads but I have a fairly neutral head for helmets, so I'm surprised with how off the fit is. It's already wide on the sides, so sizing up is a no-go. It wears well with a hat, though, and isn't uncomfortable with a thinner beanie. It's light and compact (that's why I kept it) and fits easily in or on a pack. It's cool that it comes with ear cover option but it's my skinning and backcountry helmet and only used the ear cover liner once. Some seem to complain about the length of the ears. They're a bit shorter than my other helmet, but are long enough to cover my ears.

Supper light and comfortable

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

L

Height:

5' 10"

Weight:

214

Helmet fit perfect and kept my ears warm. The back of the helmet has an adjuster to make it more snug depending on your comfort.

Excellent!

Fits nicely into my large head (size L - head circumference 60-61cm). The fits is good and comfy. The helmet is light and feels agile. The head lamp retainer is ideal for a head lamp or goggles with a minimalistic strap. There are tons of ventilation and there is not a lot of insulation, which to me is ideal as I prefer to wear a binnie if it’s cold and keep it light when it’s warm.

An excellent lightweight helmet

This helmet fits me surprisingly well for its intended round head profile (husk prime fits better for my oval head better). That being said, if you're looking at this helmet you're here for a reason and this thing delivers. It is so light and breathes so well you practically forget about it. That being said, it is insulative enough to not have you feeling cold, but helps prevent you from overheating vs typical DH ski helmets. On cold/high wind/ inclement days you will want put your hood up, wear a skullcap, or both. I haven't used the warm weather liner yet or taken it biking or climbing, but for my ski days I am so pumped I picked this helmet over other options. :)

Great ski touring helmet

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

Large

Weight:

250

Love the weight, the different levels of insulation so you can swap out depending on the temperature, and feels very solid and good protection not only from the top but also the sides and back. Appreciate the vents for the free air flow as well.

Finally!

I hate ski helmets, tried them all, they either don’t fit,too hot,can’t hear…… If only they could be like bike helmets- light comfy … all the things Well this one does the trick for me, forgot I had it on. I use it with the summer lining and either a headband, thin or thick beanie or baseball cap. So much more adaptable for piste or tour. As a Mountain Guide I’m pretty intolerant of kit that doesn’t work so really pleased.

MTN Lab and Husk Prime MIPS

Salomon helmets have fit my head perfectly and their fit seems to be consistent among different helmets in their lineup. I also bought the MTN Lab helmet, because I spend so much time touring and in 50/50 days with my wife and kids. I could go with just the MTN Lab helmet for everything. It’s light and comfortable also.

Comfortable ears!

Having slightly prominent ears, I have struggled to find a helmet that doesn’t cause ear pain. I’ve just completed a week’s skiing wearing this helmet and have remained pain free. The combination of the design for round head shape and soft ear covers seems to have done the trick. My son wears hearing aids and has another Salomon helmet that works very well for him too.

Great backcountry helmet

Please provide at least one high visibility colour choice.. ie. yellow, orange. For backcountry safety, having a high visibility colour is important for search and rescue.