Helmet for CQB?

BlackCard · March 6th, 2013, 12:54

Is there a point of buying 70$ helmets for CQB games when the max fps is 350? I see lots of people just wearing hats or ski masks. I'm still kind of new and I don't think I've ever been shot in the head, so I was wondering if it hurts.

89db · March 6th, 2013, 12:57

Everybody's sensitivity is different, but in my case I run a baseball cap. I get shot on the ears, on the forehead and on the scalp all the time. It sting but it doesnt bother me much but you diffidently have more coverage with a helmet.

Aper · March 6th, 2013, 12:59

It's not only to protect yourself from BBs, but all the obstacles you may encounter in a CQB-type field. The moment you'll trip and hit your head on something, believe me the ''point of buying a 70$ helmet'' will come in handy.

It's not only a question of looking good, it's also a question of personal safety.

Mist3r.B · March 6th, 2013, 13:00

Helmet in CQB are really good to avoid head injury (BB on the head is not very painfull in my experience). Sometimes, when rushing into a room I don't want to be carreful about low ceiling, door frame or other random object that could be hagging from ceilling. Samething when rushing down some small stair case.

That plus I look even cooler with an helmet.

Brian McIlmoyle · March 6th, 2013, 13:07

Seen guys nearly knock them selves out writing cheques their bodies can't cash.

Helmets, are for noggin protection, anti BB is just an accessory benefit.

if you are going to buy a helmet, buy a real, proper , bump helmet, and not a replica helmet.

FOX_111 · March 6th, 2013, 13:13

IMO, helmet are mendatory for CQB. Mainly for obstacles.

When we play in derelict complexes, we often bump our heads on stuff. Not to mention the occasionnal rifle that fall on your head. (true story).

Cico · March 6th, 2013, 13:13

I ran a $30 BMX helmet from Crappy tire for my first year and still have it now. It paid for its self the 1st time i took a fall in PRZ.

TurlteRaph · March 6th, 2013, 13:26

The max FPS may be 350, but the the engagement distance is shorter. Also, indoor games often take place at paintball facilities and the floor can be very slippery.

m102404 · March 6th, 2013, 13:37

FORGET the shots to the head. Yeah, they'll hurt and they're some of the worst bleeders you'll get.

Helmets are mandatory (IMO) for CQB to guard against impacts with obstacles or falling/tripping/collsions/etc.....protection from BB shots is a side benefit.

Aside from the "inconsequential" bangs and bumps...I've seen a half dozen instances that were, "Holy Crap...stop everything and see if the guy is ok". Most had helmets on thankfully.

The worst one was a guy falling a story onto a concrete floor...he was laid out and went to the hospital. Ask Mr. Shiney if a helmet is a good idea. Don't ask him if he remembers that fall...he might not.

A real Protec skateboard helmet is way better than a clone OpsCore BaseJump that'll disentegrate in a real impact, just when your brain needs the protection....

Berkut · March 6th, 2013, 13:52

Being one of people described above. Yes, helmets are a must!
A Protec skateboard helmet saved my noggin when I went head first into the concrete wall. I would not buy one of those clones of tacticool stuff to look cool. Nor will I buy clone CAT or any other safety equipment. You might not need it ever, but if you do, cheap clones will cost you much more than you might save buying crap.

tygr701 · March 6th, 2013, 13:54

Well I know an airsofter who has a permanent bald patch from being shot in the back of the head from a bb lol. I would advise you to get one you never know if you slip, trip and fall. If your mounting camera, lighting or night vision equipment its also a must have.

BlackCard · March 6th, 2013, 15:15

Thank you everyone for the great advice, I'll be sure to go purchase one today!

TurlteRaph · March 6th, 2013, 15:25

http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Cyclin...ing-helmet.jsp

Will this helmet good for Airsoft?

Danke · March 6th, 2013, 15:39

I would get this one. A bit more expensive but it's camo.

http://images.mec.ca/fluid/customers...w1_720x720.jpg

The tier one guys startred the trend of wearing bike/climbing/kayaking helmets for bump protection so just about any of them will do the job.

sammynac99 · March 6th, 2013, 16:00

I use a cheap PASGAT clone, they can be had for under 10 dollars on ACMgear. I know it's not certified protection from falls and bumps however it is much better then bumping your head on a wall with just a ball cap on. Another important thing to note, is that the fake pasgats are much lighter then other helmets while offering some protection. This is really more anti bb effective then anything else, particularly because when I pop out of corners I only normally show my head. In the end it's better to buy certified protection.

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March 6th, 2013, 12:54	#1
BlackCard Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Richmond Hill	Helmet for CQB? Is there a point of buying 70$ helmets for CQB games when the max fps is 350? I see lots of people just wearing hats or ski masks. I'm still kind of new and I don't think I've ever been shot in the head, so I was wondering if it hurts. Last edited by BlackCard; March 6th, 2013 at 15:16..

March 6th, 2013, 12:57	#2
89db Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, Ontario	Everybody's sensitivity is different, but in my case I run a baseball cap. I get shot on the ears, on the forehead and on the scalp all the time. It sting but it doesnt bother me much but you diffidently have more coverage with a helmet. __________________ Last edited by 89db; March 6th, 2013 at 13:51..

March 6th, 2013, 12:59	#3
Aper E-30 Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Aegiis's Neighbor.	It's not only to protect yourself from BBs, but all the obstacles you may encounter in a CQB-type field. The moment you'll trip and hit your head on something, believe me the ''point of buying a 70$ helmet'' will come in handy. It's not only a question of looking good, it's also a question of personal safety. __________________ West Coast EOD Supporter. // Bang One, Bang Em All ! // In war, it's not who's right, but who's left.

March 6th, 2013, 13:00	#4
Mist3r.B formerly Botchbomber Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Montreal	Helmet in CQB are really good to avoid head injury (BB on the head is not very painfull in my experience). Sometimes, when rushing into a room I don't want to be carreful about low ceiling, door frame or other random object that could be hagging from ceilling. Samething when rushing down some small stair case. That plus I look even cooler with an helmet. __________________

March 6th, 2013, 13:07	#5
Brian McIlmoyle 8=======D Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Toronto	Seen guys nearly knock them selves out writing cheques their bodies can't cash. Helmets, are for noggin protection, anti BB is just an accessory benefit. if you are going to buy a helmet, buy a real, proper , bump helmet, and not a replica helmet. __________________ Brian McIlmoyle TTAC3 Director CAPS Range Officer Toronto Downtown Age Verifier OPERATION WOODSMAN If the tongue could cut as the sword does, the dead would be infinite

March 6th, 2013, 13:13	#6
FOX_111 Le Roi des poissons d'avril Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Terrebonne, Québec	IMO, helmet are mendatory for CQB. Mainly for obstacles. When we play in derelict complexes, we often bump our heads on stuff. Not to mention the occasionnal rifle that fall on your head. (true story). __________________ Vérificateur d'âge: Terrebonne

March 6th, 2013, 13:26	#8
TurlteRaph Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Port Moody, BC	The max FPS may be 350, but the the engagement distance is shorter. Also, indoor games often take place at paintball facilities and the floor can be very slippery.

March 6th, 2013, 13:37	#9
m102404 Tys Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto	FORGET the shots to the head. Yeah, they'll hurt and they're some of the worst bleeders you'll get. Helmets are mandatory (IMO) for CQB to guard against impacts with obstacles or falling/tripping/collsions/etc.....protection from BB shots is a side benefit. Aside from the "inconsequential" bangs and bumps...I've seen a half dozen instances that were, "Holy Crap...stop everything and see if the guy is ok". Most had helmets on thankfully. The worst one was a guy falling a story onto a concrete floor...he was laid out and went to the hospital. Ask Mr. Shiney if a helmet is a good idea. Don't ask him if he remembers that fall...he might not. A real Protec skateboard helmet is way better than a clone OpsCore BaseJump that'll disentegrate in a real impact, just when your brain needs the protection....

March 6th, 2013, 13:52	#10
Berkut PinkEagle Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	Being one of people described above. Yes, helmets are a must! A Protec skateboard helmet saved my noggin when I went head first into the concrete wall. I would not buy one of those clones of tacticool stuff to look cool. Nor will I buy clone CAT or any other safety equipment. You might not need it ever, but if you do, cheap clones will cost you much more than you might save buying crap. __________________ G63 Last edited by Berkut; March 6th, 2013 at 13:55..

March 6th, 2013, 13:54	#11
tygr701 "Back to you, Bob!" Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Toronto/Markham	Well I know an airsofter who has a permanent bald patch from being shot in the back of the head from a bb lol. I would advise you to get one you never know if you slip, trip and fall. If your mounting camera, lighting or night vision equipment its also a must have. __________________ TEAM MSF CHANNELS: YouTube - Facebook - ASC - Instagram Si vis pacem, para bellum

March 6th, 2013, 15:15	#12
BlackCard Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Richmond Hill	Thank you everyone for the great advice, I'll be sure to go purchase one today!

March 6th, 2013, 15:25	#13
TurlteRaph Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Port Moody, BC	http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Cyclin...ing-helmet.jsp Will this helmet good for Airsoft? Last edited by TurlteRaph; March 6th, 2013 at 16:06..

March 6th, 2013, 15:39	#14
Danke Prancercise Guru Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Danger Zone	I would get this one. A bit more expensive but it's camo. http://images.mec.ca/fluid/customers...w1_720x720.jpg The tier one guys startred the trend of wearing bike/climbing/kayaking helmets for bump protection so just about any of them will do the job. __________________ Airsoft, where nothing is hurt but feelings.

March 6th, 2013, 16:00	#15
sammynac99 Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Toronto	I use a cheap PASGAT clone, they can be had for under 10 dollars on ACMgear. I know it's not certified protection from falls and bumps however it is much better then bumping your head on a wall with just a ball cap on. Another important thing to note, is that the fake pasgats are much lighter then other helmets while offering some protection. This is really more anti bb effective then anything else, particularly because when I pop out of corners I only normally show my head. In the end it's better to buy certified protection.

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