How to Choose a Whitewater Helmet

We’ve broken down the key features to consider when selecting a whitewater helmet—so you can paddle with confidence and stay safe on the water.

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Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
$329.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$199.96 $249.95
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WRSI Moment HelmetWRSI Moment Helmet
WRSI Moment Helmet
$189.95
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Shred Ready Shaggy HelmetShred Ready Shaggy Helmet
Shred Ready Shaggy Helmet
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Shred Ready ZETA HelmetShred Ready ZETA Helmet
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
$177.95
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WRSI Trident HelmetWRSI Trident Helmet
WRSI Trident Helmet
$167.96 $209.95
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Sweet Protection Strutter HelmetSweet Protection Strutter Helmet
Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet
From $159.96
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WRSI Current Pro HelmetWRSI Current Pro Helmet
WRSI Current Pro Helmet
$149.95
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Shred Ready ION HelmetShred Ready ION Helmet
Shred Ready ION Helmet
$134.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Shred Ready iON HelmetShred Ready iON Helmet
Shred Ready iON Helmet
$99.95 $132.95

All Helmets + Accessories

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Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
$329.95
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Shred Ready Shaggy HelmetShred Ready Shaggy Helmet
Shred Ready Shaggy Helmet
From $182.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$199.96 $249.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$129.95
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Shred Ready ZETA HelmetShred Ready ZETA Helmet
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
$177.95
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Shred Ready iON HelmetShred Ready iON Helmet
Shred Ready iON Helmet
$99.95 $132.95
Sweet Protection Strutter HelmetSweet Protection Strutter Helmet
Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet
From $159.96
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Shred Ready Sesh HelmetShred Ready Sesh Helmet Pearl White
Shred Ready Sesh Helmet
$57.95
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WRSI Current Pro HelmetWRSI Current Pro Helmet
WRSI Current Pro Helmet
$149.95
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NRS Havoc Livery Helmet UniversalNRS Havoc Livery Helmet Universal
NRS Havoc Livery Helmet Universal
$52.95
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Sweet Protection Switcher Mips HelmetSweet Protection Switcher Mips Helmet
Sweet Protection Switcher Mips Helmet
$269.95
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Sweet Protection Adapter Mips Snow HelmetSweet Protection Adapter Mips Snow Helmet
Sweet Protection Adapter Mips Snow Helmet
$200.00
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Smith Nexus Helmet w/ MIPSSmith Nexus Helmet w/ MIPS
Smith Nexus Helmet w/ MIPS
$330.00
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Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi Mips HelmetSweet Protection Trooper 2Vi Mips Helmet
Sweet Protection Trooper 2Vi Mips Helmet
$319.00
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Sweet Protection Igniter 2Vi MIPS Helmet
Sweet Protection Igniter 2Vi MIPS Helmet
$229.95
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Sweet Rocker Replacement VisorSweet Rocker Replacement Visor
Sweet Rocker Replacement Visor
From $19.95
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Salomon Husk Pro ski HelmetSalomon Husk Pro ski Helmet
Salomon Husk Pro ski Helmet
$169.95
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Smith Liberty W's Snow HelmetSmith Liberty W's Snow Helmet
Smith Liberty W's Snow Helmet
$190.00
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WRSI Moment HelmetWRSI Moment Helmet
WRSI Moment Helmet
$189.95
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Smith Level Helmet w/ MIPSSmith Level Helmet w/ MIPS
Smith Level Helmet w/ MIPS
$225.00
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Smith Liberty W's Helmet w/ MIPSSmith Liberty W's Helmet w/ MIPS
Smith Liberty W's Helmet w/ MIPS
$225.00
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Salamander Beak Helmet VisorSalamander Beak Helmet Visor
Salamander Beak Helmet Visor
$24.95
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NSI padz Helmet Outfit KitNSI padz Helmet Outfit Kit
NSI padz Helmet Outfit Kit
$29.95
Salamander Revisor BlackSalamander Revisor Blue
Salamander Revisor Visor
$24.95
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WRSI Trident HelmetWRSI Trident Helmet
WRSI Trident Helmet
$167.96 $209.95
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Salomon MTN Lab Ski Helmet
$199.95
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Shred Ready Super Scrappy HelmetShred Ready Super Scrappy Helmet
Shred Ready Super Scrappy Helmet
$94.95
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Shred Ready ION HelmetShred Ready ION Helmet
Shred Ready ION Helmet
$134.95
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Salomon Driver Prime Sigma Photo Mips HelmetSalomon Driver Prime Sigma Photo Mips Helmet
Salomon Driver Prime Sigma Photo Mips Helmet
From $249.00
Shred Ready Replacement B.O.A. Retention System
Shred Ready Replacement B.O.A. Retention System
$25.00
Carbon Black Shred Ready Standard Halfcut Whitewater HelmetShred Ready Standard Halfcut Whitewater Helmet
Shred Ready Standard Halfcut Whitewater Helmet
$102.95
Shred Ready TDub HelmetShred Ready TDub Helmet
Shred Ready TDub Helmet
$182.95
Shred Ready Fitting Pad Sets
Shred Ready Fitting Pad Sets
$12.00

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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
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Level 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release ValveLevel 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release Valve
Level 6 Class 6 Spray Skirt with Pressure Release Valve
$285.00 $350.00
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$199.96 $249.95
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CKS Whitewater Kayak Float BagCKS Whitewater Kayak Float Bag
CKS Whitewater Kayak Float Bag
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Jackson Kayak AntiX 2.0 Whitewater KayakJackson Kayak AntiX 2.0 Whitewater Kayak
Jackson Kayak AntiX 2.0 Whitewater Kayak
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NRS Tuff Sack Dry BagNRS Tuff Sack Dry Bag
NRS Tuff Sack Dry Bag
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$189.00
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Astral Brewer 2.0 - CloseoutAstral Brewer 2.0 - Closeout
Astral Brewer 2.0 - Closeout
From $89.95 $125.00
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DRE Hand Wash StationDRE Hand Wash Station
DRE Hand Wash Station
$159.95