Why Do So Many Climbers Not Wear Helmets?
Head trauma is among the most feared and catastrophic injuries in climbing. So why aren't more rock climbers wearing helmets?
Helmets
Helmets
The Best Climbing Helmets of 2025
Our favorite helmets of the year are so comfortable and breathable, there’s no excuse to climb without one
“A direct hit might have killed me”: 5 Climbers and Their Worst Head Injuries
Climbing head injuries can happen anywhere: from the Salathé on El Cap to your favorite little sport crag. Here are five climbers' nightmare scenarios.
The Nine Pieces of Gear That Saved Our Readers
140-footers on El Cap? Check.
Grivel Stealth Helmet, A 7-Ounce All-Arounder
Looking for a light, all-purpose helmet for ice, rock, and alpine? This model is available with Recco technology and in hard and soft shells.
Weekend Whipper: Even Crag Bystanders Can Take the Whip
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Gear Guide 2020: Edelrid Salathe Helmet Review
Our picks for the best gear of 2020.
Helmet Saves Jorg Verhoeven in Head-First Dream Canyon Fall
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Climbing Holiday Gift Guide: Mammut Wall Rider Helmet
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Women’s Climbing Gear Hall of Fame
Ten pieces of perfect gear with smart, female-friendly designs.
Review: Petzl Elia Helmet
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Review: Edelrid Kids’ Shield Helmet
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Review: Petzl Picchu Helmet
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Ask Answer Man: Should I Free Solo?
He Knows climbing. And he KNOWS it.
Editors’ Choice Classic: The Climbing Gear Hall of Fame
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Editors' Choice Classic: Petzl Meteor Helmet
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Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet Review
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