Ribcap

Ribcap Percy d3o Protective Hat

• utilizes the incredible new d3o technology
• Wool (outside)
• cotton (inside)

Product Description

Utilizing the incredible new d3o technology, Ribcap is designed for athletes that prefer not to wear a helmet, but would still like to protect themselves. d3o is a revolutionary new material that is soft and flexible during normal use, but upon impact its molecules lock together, stiffening the material and providing superior protection! The material then softens again immediately following impact! This allows you to use it over and over again, unlike helmets which must be replaced after a large impact. By combining a wool cap with d3o, Ribcap makes you look good while providing you with excellent protection! The Percy is available in wool (outside) and cotton (inside) with four color options. See color samples below. The Percy is available in sizes Small/Medium and Medium/Large. All Ribcap models, including the Percy, utilize the incredible new d3o technology so that you can look cool while protecting your head. ***IMPORTANT: Please note that although Ribcap with d3o technology offers much greater protection than a regular cap, Ribcap does not offer complete head protection nor comply with any standards established for protective headgear like helmets***

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000KJD3C8
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #288,445 in Clothing (See Top 100 in Clothing)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars It's not supposed to replace helmets, January 15, 2011

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Echo10 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ribcap Percy d3o Protective Hat (Apparel)

In my opinion, the Ribcap hats are perfect for, say, walking on icy sidewalks. My father almost died slipping on ice, and a Ribcap would have greatly helped. Really, you're not going to be wearing a helmet walking down Main Street in Winter, are you? But, if you wear a standard hat, you're noggin is pretty unprotected.

Those who are giving the Ribcap bad reviews for safety reasons are using it where it shouldn't be used. It's not meant for snowboarding, skiing and such. Get a helmet!

I have my kids wear them sledding, because they won't wear helmets for that. In that case, the choice is a Ribcap vs. a standard wool hat. I think there's no question which is safer, between those two.

Again, the Ribcap is a (much) safer alternative to a standard hat. When you need a helmet, use a helmet!

Just in case you're not sure, the Ribcap isn't for riding motorcycles either.

2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Rib Cap Danger, January 18, 2010

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Mr. John Bull - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ribcap Percy d3o Protective Hat (Apparel)

Rib Caps are fine as long as they stay on the head. The problem occurred when the conditions were heavy snow and the Ribcap became very wet. I crashed twice and the Ribcap fell off both times. Not only did the Ribcap not protect at all as it flew off, I then had to retrieve the Ribcap from down the slope.

Some Ribcaps have ties to secure them but I feel that the non secured Caps are very dangerous as they expand when wet and give a false illusion of protection.

I believe that these products should be withdrawn immediately before someone seriously hurts themselves.

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