For regular stuff I use the cheap Husqvarna forestry helmet. I like it a lot. It's comfortable, and the attachments work well. I like it so much, I was considering switching to it for my construction hat. That got me looking at what else was available, and the Vertex Vent looks interesting. I don't climb much, but a chin strap would good for the times I do, as well as on construction sites, where I frequently have to bend over to mark grades, or climb around on bridge forms. I'm using a MSA V-Gard, and it's comfortable when you're standing straight, but has the rage inducing tendency of falling off when you bend over. Forestry helmets are a good bit more money than construction hats, but for something that gets worn all the time, added comfort and ease of use beats price, especially when it's prorated over the life of the item.
Questions...
Can the chin straps on the Vertex be clipped up, and still have a comfortable, functional hard hat? What's your opinion of the suitability as a general construction hard hat?
Questions...
Can the chin straps on the Vertex be clipped up, and still have a comfortable, functional hard hat? What's your opinion of the suitability as a general construction hard hat?