Black Diamond

Capitan Helmet

“Protect Ya Domepiece in Style” – A Review of the Black Diamond Captain Helmet

Let me tell you something about the Black Diamond Captain helmet. This thing didn’t just save my skull—it elevated it to CEO status. One moment I’m a mortal clinging to a wall with the grace of a sleep-deprived squirrel, the next I’m a Captain leading an expedition of weekend warriors with unmatched head protection and inexplicable charisma. First of all, the name: Captain. Not Lieutenant, not Ensign, not Climbing Intern Level 1—Captain. When you strap this baby on, you don’t follow the route. The route salutes you. This helmet is so well-ventilated that when I got to the top of the crag, a nearby falcon tried to nest in it. I had to gently explain, “Sorry, majestic bird, this is reserved for leadership-level noggins only. ” Comfort? It hugs your head like it’s your grandma and you just got back from war. Lightweight? I forgot I was wearing it and tried to shampoo it in the shower. Twice. Bottom line: If you want a helmet that protects your brain while making you feel like the rock-crushing, granite-whispering legend you were always meant to be, grab the Captain. Just be prepared—people will start asking if you’re sponsored. 10/10, would lead an alpine siege in it again.

Does the job

Fits great once you get the adjustment strap in the right position. I can look up and move my head around without any wobbling. It is noticeably heavier than my wife's Vision, but covers the back and side of my head significantly more.

Great

Fits great, adjustment works like intended, and the pink looks dope!

great helmet

great helmet, love the new colors, confortable and not pricy

Great Helmet

Great quality helmet! Haven’t put it to use yet but perfect fit and exactly what I need to go canyoneering!

Comfy and light

Very comfortable lightweight helmet, the headlamp attachment point is a great touch. It holds it very well and I’m not worried about losing it on a climb.

Solid helmet for a small cranium!

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

m/l

Height:

6' 2"

Weight:

196

Great helmet for mountaineering and/or rock climbing so far! Does not have MIPS adjustment but I dig the fit of this helmet for my small head without the look of Dark Helmet from Spaceballs. Comfortable and has enough vents for some good airflow. Relatively cheap price-point.

Great helmet

Bought to replace my old helmet. My previous one was too large, but I ordered the Captain Helmet in S/M and it fits great! Good range of sizes and feel protected. I ordered the pink and love the color.

The ONLY certified, rated helmet in hot pink that I trust to protect my daughter's noggin

The title says it all. I'm not gonna lie - my main objective for a helmet purchase for my daughter was to find one in hot pink. There are plenty out there, but none of them are from brands that I trust or that carried the necessary impact certifications for caving. While we have not used it yet, it fits fine, is lightweight, and I have full confidence in its performance. My only wish is that there was a slightly higher end helmet available in this same color (like the half dome at least), but that's no fault of the Capitan. The helmet is perfectly capable, it's just not fancy schmancy and chock full of features.

Light and fitting

Great fit, love the fangs to hold my headlamp, adjustable for many heads