Helmets???

[Dave_RMC 0]

im relativley new to the sport and im jumping under BPA regulations, ive got 24 jumps and am waiting out on my A license to arrive through the post. my question is what are ther restrictions on by full face helmets/visors ect. im looking through the markets/classifieds with a vue to buy but dont want to purchase something that i may not be qualified to wear. any ideas. also if im not allowed full face what brand/product would any of you recommend.

cheers

Love skydivein, new to the sport and all i want to do is progress. any hints, tips, ideas, thoughts or even a constructive critisism let me know.

[lippy 918]

If you think you'll want to get a full face as soon as you're qualified, you might want to consider a Protec in the meantime. They're cheap, comfortable and actually protect your noggin better than a lot of skydive-specific helmets.

If you buy a Protec, make sure you don't get one of the skateboard helmets that goes really wide at the bottom; it could present a snag hazzard.

Whatever you choose, it'd be a good idea to consult an instructor at your DZ before you put down any money on something that might turn out not to be suitable.

I got nuthin

[mx19 0]

In the UK you have to have a B license to jump a full face.
Max

[riggerrob 643]

Brits have silly restrictions on full-face helmets ... and everything else.

I have jumped with a PFF student who was wearing a full-face helmet (Factory Diver?). He demonstrated - on the ground that he could see and grab all his handles, so we let him jump it on Level Two.
And he passed Level Two.

[firstime 0]

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In the UK you have to have a B license to jump a full face.
Max

I didnt know that... why though??? I am not being a smart ass but just inquisitive

[mx19 0]

Im not sure on the actual reasons but the general feelings have to do with ability to see emergency handles and vision and hearing impairment under canopy.