Easton Helmet

[JR Boucicaut 3797]

I used to wear a Skullcap for different reasons (Mission Carbster lining was rough on bare skin) but it's been a while and I ditched it when I switched over to Intake.

[ddbowdoin 0]

Finally got to use it in a game setting. It's been years since I used a VN bucket and I shave my head, so take this for what it's worth - but the moisture management was not good at all. I had sweat dripping all down my eyes and visor, and whenever I took off the helmet, it just collected in the center and forehead area.

The ventilation wasn't there either - especially coming from an Intake. I may try to improve things by cutting out the honeycomb and see if it improves.

I've been having the same experience as well, I rotate three helmets (NBH 4000, s9 and 6K) and of the three helmets the 6k has worked best in terms of controlling moisture and while at first I loved the 6k fit I now find the wide fit of the helmet annoying.

The s9 fits well but I've had some issue with the moisture getting to my shield, can be in pain in the ass

[TBLfan 25]

I've been meaning to ask. What is the s9 comparable to in fit? I know it's supposed to be narrow but are we talking ccm 652 or 692 narrow, NBH 4000 narrow or nbh 4500 narrow?.. Or something completely different?

[shooter27 116]

I just picked up an S9 and it is definitely narrow. I would say it is even more narrow than my old Bauer 4000. They also run small. I was wearing a Medium 4000 and I'm now wearing a large S9, opened all the way up.

[ddbowdoin 0]

I have the s9 large opened all the way and my Bauer 4000 large opened slightly if that helps

[TBLfan 25]

yeah it does. Ever try on a 4500? The 4000 fit me perfectly(L) but I cant get a 4500 on. :(

[ddbowdoin 0]

unfortunately not, I'll try to take some pictures tonight and see if you can a side by side comparison... edit to come soon

edit : the bauer 4000 slightly open is a marginally larger than the s9 fully opened, I actually enjoy the 4000 better but the s9 appeals to me aesthetically

http://www.flickr.com/photos/23087351@N03/?saved=1

[TBLfan 25]

thanks man... dammit, I hope one of my LHSs gets some in.

[ddbowdoin 0]

the 4000 is nearly 8 inches at its widest point, compared to a 7.6 inch or so width of the s9

a large fits me and I have a pretty massive dome really (kid in the pics are my brother, both helmets are little big on him)

[the iceman 132]

I have seen the S17 in stores but is the S9 available yet ?

[JR Boucicaut 3797]

Sept.

[furlanitalia 1]

Thought I'd add this in for humors sake: My S9 helmet just arrived from last years toy drive. Anyone else get a nice early christmas gift lol?

[malcb33 97]

I got my toy drive helmet a few weeks back too!

[fifthlinegoon 0]

Did you guys have to pester Easton for the last year for your toy drive s9?

[furlanitalia 1]

No, I never pestered them. In fact I forgot about the helmet thing.

I'm more upset they aren't doing it this year as I felt it was a great way to get donations from those that wouldn't normally go out of their way. If anyone has any recommendations for the Vancouver area please let me know.

[fifthlinegoon 0]

Perhaps all those guys up in Canada will finally get their toy drive S17 stick.

[malcb33 97]

Did you guys have to pester Easton for the last year for your toy drive s9?

Me either, it just randomly turned up. I didn't even know I was one of the first 25 Canadian's to get my toys in?

[Starshockey44 0]

I used to buy every helmet on the market. This one just doesn't do it for me.

[fifthlinegoon 0]

I used to buy every helmet on the market. This one just doesn't do it for me.

But hey, if its free its for me. I don't think I was one of the first 25 donators but it would be nice to get a helmet since I only received 1 out of 2 S17s.

[furlanitalia 1]

I got both my s17's around last april i believe. The helmet is a little different (i'm an 8k wearer since it was out) but after wearing a bit its not too bad.