What helmet do you use?
Anyone tried the Manera s foam helmet?
Thanks

I tried Manera and didn't like it. Quite stiff and didn't fit. But for other heads it could be better.

Have the Simba helmet and it's great. And you look like a warrior from Sparta Only problem I have: how to add sunglasses. Looking for sunglasses with a strap only, where i can pull the strap over the helmet. Maybe I should try the Balz helmet, if that works with sunglasses

WRSI paddlers helmet, the carbon one, because I'm a carbon slut haha, and it works with my LIP sunglasses.

Bangproof ?? But I'll have to wait for warmer temperature singe it doesn't fit over my hood.

NRS chaos full cut
i wanted a full cut helmet - tried different gath and simba helmets and liked this one best due to the others pressing on my ear directly. After a while that hurts

I trimmed the foam in just the right place so my lip sunglasses fit in perfectly. Also got a really thin neoprene hood thing that I can wear under the helmet too now that it's super cold

I bought the Manera softy and noted a few things that they need to iron out. As one user said the fit is not too great and likely needs to be ordered a size smaller to have a good fit. BUT...The chin strap is too far back and straight up chokes you. I compared it to my Gath once I noticed this and for sure the chin strap is not far enough forward. it locks onto your throat. I had high hopes but sold it immediately.

I am hoping for an improved soft helmet soon. The hard plastic shell like a Gath causes bad 'head slap' when you hit the water hard. The Gaths are great for protecting you from equipment, but I think they exaggerate head hits to water sometimes.

Gath is absolutely the best! Wear it for long time. Just find your right size, you don't feel you're using a helmet

Gilbert rugby helmet, better than nothing
I have only had it come off once - it floats .

www.gilbertrugby.com/products/falcon-200-headguard-3
(There is a local supplier)

I was hoping the Manera smart foam would allow me to fit a neoprene hood under it in the colder mouths thanks to that Velcro adjustment at the back... But reading the earlier comment about the chin strap I think I'll stick with my old kayak helmet for summer and get something else for winter. Both have closed ears and that saves damage

SoloPelican said..
I am hoping for an improved soft helmet soon.

I tested the DMC Soft Surf Helmet and really like it. The sun protection for the neck is an ingenious idea. However, protection may be slightly reduced. But I could imagine that the foil would not slip sideways (e.g. into the face) at contact as easily as on a solid helmet with a smooth surface.

Most bump caps have no protection at the back of the head. Where you're more likely to get hit because you cannot see it coming.

Ventomax said..
Hi,
I want to buy a Gath Covertible (FSC) on line because the store where I live doesn't have that.
I have 58 cm head diameter so accord to Gath L is the right size, but I heard that Gath fit very small?
What do you think?
Thanks

I have that helmet in size XL. The size chart says my head should be right in the size range for XL, but I find the helmet very small - to the point where it leaves a mark on my forehead. I think your head size is right on the cusp between L and XL so I'd advise sizing up. Worst case, the helmet comes with additional foam fit strips so you can make it slightly smaller.

Its a good helmet, but the sizing of mine always made it uncomfortable for long sessions and I have now switched to the Oakley WTR Icon (which is incredibly comfortable, although it was expensive).

oskarhhh said..
What helmet do you use?
Anyone tried the Manera s foam helmet?
Thanks

Friend says hot in UK summer

www.forward-wip.com/produit/wiflex-pro/

Forward wip make a great range of helmets. I use the wiflex-pro. Very light, good fit range.

I have a WIP Pro 2.0. Heard Prowip 2.0 is also good. Mine is basically just foam with thin hard plastic. Has a really nice buckle like magnet slide or something. Super easy to buckle on and off. It is among the lightest helmets I could find that wasn't just soft. Honestly I don't even realize I have it on. Took a good crack proning yesterday just saw mast and foil coming at my face. Turned my head and it got me in the back of the helmet. Would have really rung my bell had I not had it. Don't tell my wife that I am surfing with a hatchet attached to my board.

I recently got the Mystic impact cap. Very low profile, cool technology, but I do miss the visor from my previous helmet. Not when duck diving though..www.iksurfmag.com/reviews/accessories/helmet/mystic-impact-cap-2024/