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Gear Reviews posted by steelyeye

  1. Bought my next-to-second camera helmet from Miami's gear sales out of Virginia. I was really worried because there are not many helmets that fit my really big and narrow head (OK, I'm built like a fish!). Miami advised me to get one size smaller than I thought I needed. Got the helmet and was again really worried because of the tight fit. Miami advised me to give it a few jumps...

    Now it fits great!!! Definitely as comfortable as any other helmet, full-face or not, I have worn. And you don't even notice the extra weight (very well balanced) of the camera on the side. Camera access is super easy and very secure. Although nearly snag proof, I opted for the cut-away system, which is very easy to operate and unobtrusive. Even tried it under load without a problem.

    Great helmet and can't say enough about the great service from Miami!

    The wait for the helmet does suck, but that is probably more a reflection of the quality and demand for the product than anything else!

  2. This was a major find for my big old melon (7 5/8). The XL fit great right out of the box. Not sure what the complaints about security are. If this thing were to come off in flight, I think it would take my head with it! Maybe you have to have a prominent chin for the buckle and strap, but I have had no problems with it. The audible pockets are poorly designed and it usually takes some squishing around to get the audible to settle into a comfortable position.

    Had to update based upon GREAT customer service! After about a hundred jumps, I lost the right side fairing (a cover plate over the hinge on the facesheild) and hinge bolt while in freefall (must have whacked it on the plane on exit or something). I temporarily repaired it with a washer, nylon nut and bolt from Home Depot. Contacted PARATEC on their website and was soon contacted by Ken Krueger, the US Paratec representative. Long story short, they not only replaced the missing hinge bolt and fairing, but also provided an upgrade kit to turn my first generation FreeZR into the much improved third generation (improved visor hinges and fairings).

    This company really cares about its customers! Great service, great helmet!!!