Half Dome Helmet

 

Page Type Gear Review
Object Title Half Dome Helmet
Manufacturer Black Diamond
Page By mpbro
Page Type Mar 28, 2002 / Mar 28, 2002
Object ID 193
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With its simple lines, great ventilation and comfortable suspension system, the Half Dome is likely to change the minds of reluctant helmet-wearers


  • Lightweight and comfortable to wear with an easy-to-adjust strapping system; numerous vents give your head plenty of airflow to keep you cool.
  • Low-profile headlamp clips keep your light secure, even when you're climbing in tight spaces.
  • Absorbent brow pad keeps perspiration off your face.

Reviews


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mrauthentic616rm2 - May 1, 2008 6:12 pm - Voted 4/5

Good Helmet
Dropped if eighty feet on a rappel. Not even a scratch.

davebobk47 - Oct 7, 2008 2:25 pm - Voted 5/5

Good Helmet
Nice and lightweight. I like how easy it is to adjust the size.

foxylady - Oct 26, 2008 6:06 pm - Voted 4/5

I like mine...
my first helmet and I like it just fine. Fits my head well, lightweight and unobtrusive. No complaints yet. Easy to use and adjust to boot!

Rick Huff - Feb 6, 2009 6:09 pm - Hasn't voted

Great Lid
This helmet is a great all around lid. It is light, easy to adjust, and comfortable. It has a smaller profile than my old MSR or HB El Cap. It has become my favorite for rock or alpine.

dpk - Feb 26, 2009 11:34 pm - Voted 5/5

can't beat it for the $
good price and good pro overall

Alex Wood - Mar 16, 2009 10:57 pm - Hasn't voted

Nice Helmet
My first helmet. Its worked great so far, nothing to complain about. It fits very nice and is easily adjusted. Also, it had a fairly low price compared to other helmets, which was nice. Great quality stuff

stepho - Aug 11, 2009 6:55 pm - Voted 5/5

good
I have one and it fits fantastic and is lightweight its also easy to adjust. Highly recommend it.

Casey Bates - Nov 10, 2009 8:39 pm - Voted 5/5

Work horse
After four years I am still using the same helmet. This helmet is super comfy and light and works well with a big fat winter hat when I go ice climbing, or when I have no hat at all on warmer days. The adjustment mechanism is very easy to use with gloves. I recommend this helmet for folk looking for a simple and sturdy lid to protect your head.

Alika - Mar 9, 2010 12:40 pm - Voted 5/5

Gets the Job Done
I had an issue with the headband adjustment, but exchanged the helmet and new one works great. Comfortable, easy to adjust and pretty light.

harryquach - Apr 9, 2010 11:47 am - Hasn't voted

BD Half Dome Review
Love this helmet. Most of the time when I am wearing it I dont even remember I am wearing it. It also works well with a headlamp. The clips hold it well.

WML - Apr 26, 2010 2:30 pm - Voted 5/5

Wear a helmet when you bang it man and guard ya brain!
Versatile helmet that gets it done from rock to ice, definitely a workhorse and at a good price point.

mtybumpo - Aug 9, 2011 1:52 am - Voted 5/5

Nice!
Likewise, I really don't want to have to test it's durability but I like the fit and the light weight. It also wasn't too terribly expensive.

Josh Lewis - Feb 6, 2012 2:41 am - Voted 3/5

Decent but...
This is a nice helmet, but the one I had from the 1980's (around 30 years old) was actually better! The half dome is comfortable and light weight but mine cracked very easy without a single blow from a rock. I suppose I pack my packs a bit heavy at times and the weight must of broke it on the edges. So this is no power helmet if you know what I mean.

Gratton89 - Oct 25, 2013 10:35 pm - Voted 4/5

Good helmet
Not much more to say other then the head line. Light weight, comfortable, affordable, head lamp compatible (little grooves for headlamp band) and easy to use

mtnbnd - Dec 27, 2013 1:20 pm - Voted 5/5

Nice Helmet
Comfortable and fits my head. I use it as my primary helmet.

Wildcat - Aug 1, 2015 11:42 pm - Hasn't voted

1st helmet
This is my 1st helmet and so far so good. Ive used it on some spring mountain climbing and ski trips. Fits well, easy adjustment and lightweight.

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