My department just started purchasing the XF1 helmet. I hated the look but once I wore it I knew I would not go back to the traditional helmet. The XF1 is VERY comfortable. I would recommend this helmet to anyone.
After 35 years of wearing leather in a fairly busy area, I have tried this helmet as an instructor for the first time. All I can say is that I wish I had worn this for the past 35 years. So far the only real change I would make is making the front straps on the two point chin strap adjustable just like the back. I’ve never had a helmet marry to an SCBA like this before!!
Did you see the SCBA face mask that clips directly to the mask, used in such as France and Germany with Drager and MSA SCBA? A 4 second operation to mask up
@@briantheminer I have seen that. The issue becomes one of how the mask will interface with a hood. I would also have a concern of how the mask could shift if the helmet was to receive a blow and be displaced. I would rather not compound the issue of face piece seal failure as a result of the helmet being effected.
@@Rescue-mt7fl yes all good points there. I’ve not experienced any seal issue at all, I’ve used them but not as routine mask. Paris Fire Brigade love them
Any footage with SCBA fit and live fires? Looking forward to the results of thus equipment study. I know the fire service hates change and loves tradition but I’m excited for change to better the fire service.
The MSA F1 helmet is use sinze 1985 from the french firefighters, in "chrome" heat reflecting version, and was immediatly very appreciated as replacement for the old "Adrian" chrome steel helmet (est. 1915!).Not only comfortable but modulable protection: the most appreciated is the face heat reflecting mask who realy change the live!
My department has one of these on order for me to try out, so it will be interesting to hear how you guys make out with it. Coming here from Europe 6 years ago, it was very odd for me to switch back to an ‘old’ helmet design (Cairns 660C) having been wearing an XF1 style helmet for a number of years prior to immigrating here.
I think if jet style helmets were more Americanised, I think it would be better received. For example, trapezoid decals on the top, and a raised small leather frontplate. Or even an entire new outer shell with 8 ridges on the top, delicate embossed patterns on the lower rear, and an ability to carry a stout rubber band for holding wedges etc. as the classic 8 comb does.
How well does the communication feature work when wearing a face piece and "on air" Also is there an open intercom option for fire ground operations? It would be cool to be able to talk to other firefighters in close proximity in a normal voice without having to press any buttons....
I can survive purely out of spite. I hope we all have these helmets one day so I can see everyone else suffer and complain. “The future is now, old man”
I would have loved to have worn an XF1 but my department had too many firefighters that rejected progress and voted to buy very heavy, traditional helmets. They soon regretted their foolish decision when neck injuries became commonplace.
For the presenter taking about the NFPA requirements so much, I'm confused, why does he keep taking about using it for wildland? There are wildland requirements that disqualify this helmet for such use. I demoed this helmet, and loved it for structure and rescue. With fewer snags and more mobility without the traditional brim to knock on the BA I thought it was better. The only people that didn't like it " could only wear traditional".
You might want to look at the brand new MSA F2XR (new generation in the F2 series) which is a helmet meant for exterior rescue missions. It can be fitted with ear protections and a full face visor, as well as inbuilt safety googles.
Some are proud to be obsolete and vulnerable because Murica. The country might not go well but it is never *their* fault... even when the good thing to do is that much obvious. Too much rooted in the idea *it was better before* even when it is obviously not.
