Ascender Mips Helmet
Size:
Quantity
Ascender Mips Helmet
Details
- Low-profile helmet specialized for ski mountaineering
- Advanced Hybrid shell transfers the impact
- Dual-density EPS foam optimizes impact performance by area
- MIPS technology reduces transfer of rotational forces
- Weighs less than a pound for packability
- Item #SET0059
- Shell Material
- Advanced Hybrid
- Audio Compatible
- no
- Ventilation
- 108( penetration proof)
- Fit Adjustment
- wide split divider
- Certifications
- CE EN 1077 Class B, ASTM 2040, EN 12492
- Claimed Weight
- 13.4oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2 years
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
4.5 based on 4 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
Screen reader users: the following list provides a visual scale to illustrate the product fit. Please refer to the heading above for the fit type in text.What do you think about this product?
View
Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 5, 2022
Game changer
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- S-M
- Height:
- 5' 6.5"
- Weight:
- 141
It is very comfortable but feel safe. Used in spring snow and Backcountry skiing. Very light and open. Fresh air around your head. You have to use solar protection on your ears!!
September 15, 2021
The fit works well for my skull
- Size Bought:
- M
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 170
I have been backcountry touring for at least 15 years and used to never go with a helmet in the BC, but decided I am old enough to know better now. All it takes is a simple binding failure and/or a good tumble into some unknown sharks or a tree to end up in a chair for life. I like the low profile for storage onto my airbag pack for on the way up and I can sacrifice a pound to not get scalped by a tree. I have never inflated my airbag pack either, but if you can afford safety why not? I think this might be good for airflow at the resort on those hot spring days also. I have cracked helmets skiing off piste at the resort so now maybe I will take some steeper lines in the BC.
December 8, 2020
Well reviewed, not for me
- Familiarity:
- I returned this product before using it
- Size Bought:
- Small
- Height:
- 5' 7"
- Weight:
- 145
I purchased this helmet for ski mountaineering and backcountry skiing based on the positive review in Backcountry Magazine. I decided to return it unused for a few reasons. 1. Although it provides MIPS protection it weighs about the same as better insulated helmets. 2. I found it difficult to manage goggles as the back half of the helmet doesn't come down very far. I usually don't tour with the helmet on, but put it on when descending or if there are rock fall concerns - so ultimately having extra insulation was something I realized I wanted
October 16, 2020
Amazing Helmet
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- M/L
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 150
I am sorry the previous reader had a negative experience with this helmet. Please know its truly is a revolutionary helmet. Also, please know I don?t have a horse in this race. But I am an industry expert, a ski area manager, ski patrol, and an alpine ski coach. What the previous reviewer was referring to in their opening comment, the four attachment points, that?s the heart of the MIPS system. The plastic layer connected by four points, provides slide, rather than grip, if our fragile melons take a hit. By reducing grip and intruding slide, the helmet essentially prevents whip-lash type forces from injury to the brain. (i.e MIPS disperses the rotational force from reaching our brains directly). Anyway, I happen to love this helmet. It?s light and it works great for its intended purpose. That said, everyone?s head is different, so what might fit some might not work for the next...Happy hunting.
Need Expert Advice?
Our Gearheads Can Help