Shred Ready Zeta

Review of the Shred Ready Zeta Helmet

I have a small head and have a difficult time finding kayak helmets that fit.  Most are just too big!  To make them work, I have to add tons of paddling.  Then they look and feel huge on my head.  For years, I found the WRSI Current helmet to work.  2 years ago, they changed the padding on the helmet.  It was definitely more comfortable, but I had a hard time getting it to fit securely like my old one did.  So - I have been playing Goldilocks and trying out new helmets.  Last fall, a paddling pal had a demo of Shred Ready's Zeta kayaking helmet.  I tried it on and without much adjustment it fit.  I ordered one.

My small Shred Ready Zeta arrived a couple of weeks ago.  With Shred Ready's fit kit, it didn't take long to get it outfitted and adjusted.  

Stylish Zeta helmet from Shred Ready.

I have been wearing it and am amazed at how comfortable it is.  The fit is secure.

Finally a small helmet for a small head - Shred Ready Zeta.

I have always been a ball cap wearer and I really like a brimmed hat on sunny days.  The brim on the Zeta is great and definitely helps with cutting out glare and shading my face.

The brim provides glare and sun protection while on the water.

The Zeta has become my go to helmet for sea kayaking, easy whitewater, and small surf.  I am a bit skeptical about the brim in larger and harder whitewater and surf.  Stay tuned for what I figure out here.

Whitewater kayaking on the Eel River.