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NRS Via Helmet delivers outfitter-ready whitewater protection with quick, dialed-in fit
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"When I’m gearing up friends or running a small crew, the Via Helmet makes life easier. The DARC dial adjusts fast between heads, the EPP liner is multi-impact and doesn’t soak up water, and the color-coded buckles let me grab the right size from the pile without slowing down rigging."
We reach for the NRS Via Helmet when outfitting boats for a full day of laps, mixed experience levels, and plenty of splash. A lightweight ABS shell paired with an EPP foam liner wraps the head with front, side, and back coverage, while the slotted shell and ten vents help hot air escape and let water drain quickly after flips or rescue drills. The DARC retention system tightens with a simple twist of the rear dial, making it easy to fine-tune fit as helmets rotate through paddlers, and soft EVA pads on the interior keep the touchpoints comfortable for long stints on the water.
Details
- Whitewater helmet designed with commercial outfitters and guides in mind
- Lightweight ABS shell and EPP foam liner provide full-coverage, multi-impact protection
- DARC retention system dials in fit quickly and can be replaced to extend helmet life
- Slotted, vented shell lets air in and water out to keep paddlers cooler and drier
- Color-coded buckles help quickly identify helmet size in busy gear piles
- Standard adjustable chin buckle with tri-glide makes fit secure and familiar to guests
- Meets CE EN 1385 standards for whitewater safety
- Item #NRSR0R5
- Shell Material
- ABS
- Multiple Impact
- yes
- Impact Management
- EPP foam, EVA foam
- Ventilation
- 10 fixed
- Fit Adjustment
- DARC retention system (dial)
- Certifications
- CE/EN 1385
- Claimed Weight
- 0.65lb
- Activity
- river paddling

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In 1972, Bill Parks started Northwest River Supplies with one mission: to help others raft. Today, the 100% employee-owned business continues helping people pursue passions on the water.
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