Awesome Wakeboard Helmet
MY EXPERIENCE: - 2nd season Wakeboarder - I also own the Protec Wake Paddle helmet (large) SIZING: I'm a 6'-0" athletic 180-lb male with a 22.75-inch circumference head. The "large" size fits me well. My g/f is a 5'-1" athletic 115-lb female with a 21.375-inch circumference head. The "small" size fits her well. FEATURES: - Wearing it backwards or forwards is a neat gimmick but you'll likely decide on the first day which way you prefer & stick with it. - For wakeboarders, ear protection is highly advisable to help prevent Surfer's Ear, ear drum rupture, and (as a bonus) ear sunburn. - I really like the "press fit" style of this helmet which is achieved by the rear elastic strap that slings around the back of your head (easily reverses direction whether you wear the helmet "backwards" or "forwards" - see pics). It is really comfy and provides a much better fit than my Wake Paddle Helmet with those adjustable inner-wire settings. - Standard Pro-Tec chin strap. They do a nice job of allowing the user to adjust where under the chin the strap sits. I hardly notice it (which is a good thing). COLOR/APPEARANCE: - It's not specified in the description but the white color is gloss (i.e. not matte) and looks awesome (though I wish this helmet was available in blue &/or yellow) - The white color is a perfect for some black waterproof vinyl decals (stickers) to customize your battered headgear! - Unlike some of the other Protec Helmets, the Protec logo stickers are beneath the gloss layer and as such cannot be peeled off. The large spade on the non-rim side is a bit ugly (sticker over it!) VALUE: I cannot comment on its life since I've only had it a short while. If it holds up like other Pro-Tec helmets I've seen then it's definitely worth the money. SUMMARY: I have no cons. It's d@mn near perfection so it's my favorite & I grab it every time. PS I highly recommended Altrec.com. I've made 4 purchases through them without issue, all shipped quickly, the customer service (phone) is really good & I've received 2 discounts on future purchases. I've had 1 return (due to size) that they've processed. Excellent business - props to them!

Excellent comfort
This helmet is comfortable, easy to put on in a hurry on top of a rapid, and it is cool looking. My teenage son also loves his, for the comfort and looks. The adjustability is also great for that perfect fit, no matter if you have on a beanie or a bandana or are sporting a pony tail.

Great Helment!
Fits great, Quality at a good price, Looks good too! Overall a great buy. Would recommend to others looking for a good kayaking helment.

Love it!
Fits perfect. very adjustable.

Just what I ordered
Quick delivery and in perfect condition!