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Black Diamond Vector Review

   

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Overall avg rating 4.1 of 5 based on 2 reviews. Most recent review: May 22, 2013
Street Price:   Varies from $80 - $100 | Compare prices at 7 resellers
Pros:  Extremely lightweight, excellent fit, breathable
Cons:  Expensive, fragile
Best Uses:  Free climbing, clean–aid walls
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Manufacturer:   Black Diamoned
Review by: Chris McNamara ⋅ Founder and Editor-in-Chief, OutdoorGearLab ⋅ November 10, 2012  
Overview
The full review will live soon, but for now, check out the video below that includes our first impressions and how the Vector compares to the Petzl Meteor.

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Most recent review: May 22, 2013
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   May 22, 2013 - 12:56pm
Harry · Climber · Victoria ,BC Canada
Weight and distribution of impact force are remarkable, but that's all. Wouldn't recommend the helmet at all. 5 Days wearing it and the helmet fell apart. The rear plastic straps came out of the sockets, a large chunk of styrofoam literally fell out of the plastic moulding and the surface is dented all over the place. What is the use of a helmet if you cannot put it on the outside of your backpack without fearing it will break!Worst helmet I ever had !

Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this product to a friend.
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