Vapor Helmet

At this weight, most helmets make compromises that show up the first time conditions get serious. The Vapor holds up. Guides have worn it across ski mountaineering, rock climbing, and alpine objectives for multiple seasons, and the foam shell has taken real hits from rocks and ice that would have ended a day without it. The fit system adjusts quickly to accommodate a buff or a hat depending on the season, which matters when you are transitioning between cold approaches and warmer climbing. Being honest about durability: this is a foam helmet and it will break if you sit on it wrong or pack it carelessly. The fix is simple and worth knowing: stuff the inside with layers or gloves before it goes in your pack. The reinforcement makes a real difference when gear gets thrown around. Not the helmet for someone who needs bomber protection day after day under heavy use. For fast and light objectives where every gram counts, it is hard to beat.