The M-216™ marks a return to ski helmet production for Team Wendy. The M-216™ is being released in 2017 in honor of Wendy Moore, the company’s namesake. Wendy tragically passed away following a traumatic brain injury suffered while skiing on Mammoth Mountain, CA in 1997.
The M-216™ is the first ever purpose built ski helmet to integrate tactical modularity and scalability. The helmet includes an integrated front shroud compatible with GoPro camera mounts and a variety of headlamps, as well as offering the capability to mount night vision and thermal optics for rescue operations. The side accessory rail was developed in collaboration with Princeton Tec®, for seamless low profile integration of a variety of their task lights (MPLS Point, Switch, and Switch Rail).
Other features include:
-Glass-reinforced polycarbonate shroud for mounting NOD’s, cameras and head lamps
-Hybrid shell design – ABS/PC copolymer hard front shell provides reinforcement for mounted accessories, and an in-mold PC rear shell reduces weight
-14 total vents: 8 crown (adjustable), 2 front (passive open), 4 rear (fixed open) for maximum cooling during high exertion rescues
-8 adjustable crown vents have three positions: full open, half open and full closed for completely on-the-fly user selectable comfort
-Above-goggle vent channels draw air through the helmet to the rear exhaust ports to reduce goggle fogging
Integrated goggle strap retention
-Liner System:
–Lightweight EPS impact liner with a removable and washable comfort liner
Meets ASTM F-2040-11 (Recreational snow sports) and EN 1077:2007 (Alpine skiing and Snowboarding)
–Ear padding was specifically designed to be comfortable while using in-ear communication systems, and includes a pocket for audio device compatibility
-Retention System:
–Customized Boa® Closure System for precise fit adjustment with single handed quick release
–Under the chin strap utilizes Fidlock® magnetic buckle closure for one handed operation even while wearing gloves
-Accessories:
–Attached accessory rails allow for mounting a variety of lights and cameras
–Included Picatinny Quick Release Rail Adapters allow tool free removal and attachment of any standard Picatinny mountable accessories
–Forward mounting position of the rail directly interfaces with Princeton Tec® MPLS Point, Switch, and Switch Rail lights to provide an extremely low profile, fully integrated task light
–Open area on the crown allows for mounting of cameras and beacon lights, including the MOHOC® military-optimized camera, and Core Survival HEL-STAR 6® multi-function light
We invite you to stop by our booth #8311 to see the new M-216™ and all our other new items to include the EXFIL® GEN II Ballistic Helmet, which will be 20% lighter than our current model and the Team Wendy Transit Pack by Mystery Ranch.
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TW Controversy aside, THAT is a cool helmet. If I was still ski instructing I would pick one up in a heart beat.
Would have been really nice when I filmed NOD ski footage for Vic’s crew and the Go-Pro adapter.
Well the controversy is just for retards who can’t understand a corporation having multiple business units under it. Corporate says you host a VIP, your ass is hosting a VIP.
Fantastic. This addresses most of the concerns I had and raised to TW with the Backcountry SAR helmet in cold weather usage.
a company that is founded after a ski accident and makes a number of products should always produce exact those helmets that could have been the life saver. Even if that one category is not making money compared to the companies other products.
Man, I wish the ballistic version was jumpable according to division. Looks like a Worthy investment in personal comfort. Pretty awesome looking products though!!
Just tried on the bump version and the boa retention system is hands down the most comfortable retention system I have worn. I heard that the first version of the exfil ballistic was rejected by the airborne committee, not sure why but I hope you guys try again. This is definitely a product that the guy on the ground needs on his head
Incorrect info. TW Ballistic, Carbon and LTP are on the AFUL. They have alll been jump approved.
Great overview. I’ve enjoyed using the Backcountry SAR as a ski helmet, but – like FOXTAC – had noted a number of shortcomings as a dedicated ski helmet.
Any mention of a price-point yet?