Good questions. I know how to repair carbon and fiberglass. Seems to me that most kayaking helmets try to dissipate the energy as opposed to bicycle helmets that try to absorb the energy. I think it depends on how much damage was done to the helmet, as it just may not be worth it to repair. If in doubt, get a new lid.

 

I'd say that the structure of that helmet is compromised. For $100 for another SR, I'd call it a day.

 

Carbon structures tend to fail catastrophically. If you see some cracking, the actual damage may be more extensive meaning that a second hit could be unmitigated by the shell. FYI, plastic isn't as cool but it can take repeated hits without being compromised.

 

Number one post pics to the thread not album.. Number two buy another helmet

 

Thanks....

Here's the Pic

 

New helmet. Glad you're alright.

 

I work for a outfitter out east and have 2 SR helmets myself.. A buddy of mine has a full face black gold carbon helmet with some carnage .. And while talking with SR rep he said as long as the inner foam panel is intact and it's not that bad damage... Just repair it like fiberglass and go...with carbon of course..

 

Just looked at pic.... Fix it .., don't buy a new...

 

I am considering fixing it for sure...

As long as I can make a proper repair. I will see what S R has to say about repairing the laminate. I am also wait to here back from Shred Ready about Crash replacemnet.....



Thanks for the input everyone.

 

the foam is multi impact in kayak helmets.
but the structural integrity of your shell is toast.
.... buy a new helmet.

i cracked a SR full face last year on my 1st run with the helmet, we did not notice the crack till the takeout. one of my paddling buddies was saying how that sucks. the whole 1 run and done thing. my reply was Nope. i'm here talking and laughing about it.

take the broken helmet any day. glad you are ok.

ps, i used it to talk my wife into allowing me to get the sweet full face.

 

Funny...

Im looking at Sweet Helmets as we speak. I like the Rocker. It seems to me that this would not have happened with the softer shell of the rocker.

But yeah.... I agree, the cost of a helmet is a small price to pay to be able to paddle tomorrow.

 

Fix it and go.....

 

I hope I can dude...

I Dont want to drop the coin on a new one. I kinda need a new paddle and would rather the money went to that.

 

I would be surprised if they say scrap it but who knows...the guy I know who reps for them is a pretty reliable guy...
Spencer Cooke is his name...look him up .. Should be easy if you have e Eric seen a LVM video ?

 

Sell the cracked one to mikethulin1972 and use the cash to buy a new helmet. It's your head. Where your brain lives.

 

Thanks for he Info Mike

I will check him out and see what he says.

 

Not trying to be a smartass, but I thought carbon was supposed to be stronger than plastic. If it damages just as easy, why is it so much more expensive? I'm in the market for a new helmet. Should I get plastic rather than carbon?

 

Good point. Cant paddle much with out your brain.

 

Buy Nice or Buy twice...

Your not being a smart ass at all.....I had the same philosophy. I thought carbon was stronger as well. Thats why I went with the best they had to offer. I figured, as a newb, I would be bashing my head alot. Thats why I got the Carbon. I didnt think it would have broke after one hit like that.


Im not sure how this helmet would have handled a serious hit, like from a drop or an impact out of the water at a high speed.

 

It's your head! U only got one! U wanna take chances with a helmet? Buy yourself peace of mind....buy yourself a new helmet!

 

WRSI!

 

I'm a noob as well and looking for more bang for my buck. If plastic is cheaper and can take multiple hits, sounds like a no brainer to me. As i slide into my forties, cool factor means little to me. I'm rocking a knock-off pro-tekt now.

 

Im with you Bryan...

I like bang for my buck too. Thats what I thought I was getting. I will keep everyone up to date on what Shred Ready says and where I go from there.


Sounds like a new lid. I like piece of mind for my mind.

 

Yeah. Better safe than sorry. I'd appreciate being kept up to date with their response. If anyone else has advice on brands and styles that would be appreciated too. My one hit wonder hasn't even taken a hit and is already falling apart.

 

I have a WRSI helmet, recently a friend bought herself a nice carbon helmet...beautiful! We were both out on the river and ended up both takening some good head shots to our helmets from rocks. Mine, plastic scrapped and didn't look like much damage. My friends helmet took a similar hit and it destroyed the cosmetic look of the helmet which made it look really damaged....case in point, I think plastic maintains its integrity better and wears better to river abuse....and half the price. So I would say unless your doing a video shoot with Tyler Bradt or one of the Jackson's and your not going to be on the cover of Rapid magazine....I'd go for form, function, comfort, safety, and price and leave the carbon for Le Tour De France.