5.0 out of 5 stars
It's not supposed to replace helmets, January 15, 2011
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.
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Rib Cap Danger, January 18, 2010
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I believe that these products should be withdrawn immediately before someone seriously hurts themselves.
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