andy2 0 #1 April 13, 2003 how important is being one inch too small for a helmet? Is there anything you can do to take up some slack like you can with bike helmets, i.e. pads inside, tighter fit, etc. I'm a 22 inch wanting to buy a helmet designed for a 23 inch head. Thanks. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DivinDon 0 #2 April 13, 2003 Andy I am really new to this sport so don't rely on this advice but I was just talking to an instructor yesterday about this and she said they sell padding for the helmets so that you can change to your specific feel.Like I said I am new so do not take this as sound advice just as hearsay. Later Don Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 1 #3 April 13, 2003 Get more specific with your questions. This goes for other equipment as well. Depending on the piece of equipment, What year <==not usually important What Make and Model What is the actual size (not a quess) Look around and don't buy the first thing that comes available.My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #4 April 13, 2003 Buy a helmet that fits your head. Then you don't have to screw around with making it fit. You don't want to jump something that is that much too big. If you're looking at a Bonehead helmet you may be able to get a new liner set to change the helmet size. SkySystems (Factory Diver, Oxygn, Nvertigo, Hurricane) and Arrow Dynamics (Aviator, Hawkeye) helmets have fixed liners so you can't easily change sizes on them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #5 April 13, 2003 i did make a larger helmet smaller inside.be aware this will give you extra weigth,do you want that,and the risk it involve.. i´ll get back whith some pics. EDIT:To place pics Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arlo 0 #6 April 13, 2003 yeah, what Lisa said. :) another manufacturer besides Bonehead that has same shell/different liner size is parasport italia (fullface: Z-1, open-face: Evo). wouldn't it feel soooooo much better if your head fit snugly inside instead of smacking the walls? god I slay me... arlo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,583 #7 April 13, 2003 A helmet that is too big is better than useless, but definitely not as good as one that's the right size. It's entirely possible to get a concussion from a bang that doesn't do much with a properly-sized helmet. Been there, done that. Make sure it won't twist on your head, and that it feels snug but not tight in any direction you try with the neck/chin strap on. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuickDraw 0 #8 April 13, 2003 QuoteIs there anything you can do to take up some slack like you can with bike helmets A few carefull taps around the head with a hammer might create enough swelling to ensure a snug fit. -- Hope you don't die. -- I'm fucking winning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #9 April 13, 2003 any experience whith EVO? i had parasportitalia´s first freefly helmet,after 7jumps it were broke,got a new from my dealer another 15jumps i got my mony back and bourgth a Bonehead. i need one more and had a look at EVO but not sure if i want it..after the above experince.but im openminded,so any input would be fine thanks Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jerm 0 #10 April 14, 2003 ummmm.... my Nvertigo X liners come out and came with a padding kit.. Well, the top comes all the way out and the sides are fized to the fron but can be gotten behind (for hookin up audibles, routing cameye wires, etc..) Landing without injury is not necessarily evidence that you didn't fuck up... it just means you got away with it this time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amy 0 #11 April 14, 2003 QuoteIf you're looking at a Bonehead helmet you may be able to get a new liner set to change the helmet size. SkySystems (Factory Diver, Oxygn, Nvertigo, Hurricane) and Arrow Dynamics (Aviator, Hawkeye) helmets have fixed liners so you can't easily change sizes on them. Arrow Dynamics will custom-build liners at no additional cost. Try on the model you like, then be specific about where it's too big (ie, too loose from side-to-side vs too tall for your head), and they'll build what you need. I did this and have been happy with the result; Frank at Square One was very helpful with the order. I'm sure there are other manufacturers that would do the same, if you're looking at another helmet design. Amy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
