Folding helmet - anyone ever used or kow about?

[PeterHS]

Hi all,

Hi has anyone ever used a folding helmet? The Edelrid Madillo one? I have never heard of and I think it's the only one made.

http://www.bananafingers.co.uk/edelrid- ... -1832.html

It seems a bit of a gimmick - maybe that's why only one manufacturer makes? - but also quite a sensible idea when space is at a premium inside any climbing pack.

I'd be interested in your responses.

TIA as always,

Peter

[Old Smelly]

Seen it, used it, it works well and does pack away well. Yes maybe it was gimmicky but it did the job.

[JanoSA]

That is a really clever design. Did not know it existed. Are they available localy?

[Marshall1]

I bought a Madillo folding helmet locally. Its a very innovative design. Reasonably comfortable, compact to carry, not a bad helmet, I like it, but I have not often used it. I prefer to wear my Petzl Meteor because its lighter & more comfortable.

Weight & comfort vs compact to carry

[supersmeda]

Here is one on gumtree if you want to buy:
https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-other-sport ... 1042634409