joshs Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 Hi all, Maybe this should have been posted in "Newbies", since I am one. Anyway, I just bought a helmet (Edelrid Ultralight) and I'd like to decorate it, not with decals but with a design of my own choosing. So my question is this: is there any type of paint that's safe to use on a helmet? Failing that, how about colored markers or even colored tape? Thx, -Josh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thinker Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 good thread on rec.climbing on that awhile back. I recall the recommendation was "No, don't do it". Everyone does it though. I stick to stickers, personally, with the hope that the adhesive is less likely to react with the polymer the helmet is made from than paint is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambone Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 Blood works well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dru Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 BD sells sticker pax specially for helmets. Look like a wanker with money to burn for ONLY $13. And they come in non-gender specific "male" barbed wire tattoo style, and "female" cutesy flowers style. personally i figure you can buy those hello kitty stickers in the mall like 4 for $1.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klenke Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 I recommend Horsecock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iain Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 quote: Originally posted by klenke: I recommend Horsecock. only if it's UIAA approved. wait that would be CE now. either way, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat_Boy Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 A target is a fine design choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Flash_Amazing Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 For best results, purchase a pack of stencil letters from your neighborhood office or art supply store, get some spraypaint (pick a color), and spell out "I AM MARK TWIGHT, FEAR MY TORMENTEDNESS" on your lid. Sure to instill fear and admiration at any crag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texplorer Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 I personnaly have the naked lady silouette on my helmet. She my lady luck and might come in handy someday when I'm bivying at the chains on bunnyface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 25 cent Britney Spears stickers from the enterance at the grocery store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg_W Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 If you work construction, bum stickers off the "Honey Bucket" driver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klar404 Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 I gotta say i've gleened a honey bucket mug as well as a t-shirt from a dude. I got hit on more than usual ( being the stallion I am)wearing that shirt. Most of the women asked me if I worked there. My usuall response was " smell my finger". Here's a couple pins that would make excellent climbing stickers! cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highlander Posted August 6, 2002 Share Posted August 6, 2002 Put a big X on your helmet to give the mountaineers a better target. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsecock Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 I actually put a bullseye on top of one of my helmets for a while. Of course, my parnter's nickname was bullseye due to his amazing ability to peg me in the head with rocks. Personally, I would recommend using the labels from fine meat products, such as summer sausage. Great way to keep your partners hungry as they stare at your pack on the way out, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
To_The_Top Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 Masking tape across the front with your CC.com name written on it, or if you follow write it backwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allison Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 I think you're safe with acrylic paints from the art supply store. The stuff probably won't last forever, but there's not going to be any kind of meltdown/chemical reaction from applying acrylics to a plastic hat. You'd be ten times worse getting some errant DEET on your lid. Don't sue me, but it will work. And just one more thing: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icegirl Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 A Mr. Yuck sticker does me fine... And the occasional biohazard... fun fun the stickers you can find in a hospital... caution: contents may be soaked in formalin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_noggin Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 I wrote PH-Q-2 on mine I like to see who can figger it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klar404 Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 quote: Originally posted by Dru: how about a sticker of Calvin peeing on a Mountaineers logo shit dog! thats funny an shit! [ 08-07-2002, 04:46 PM: Message edited by: klar404 ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icegirl Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 Whatever... It was a tasteless joke. Like a DNR tattoo across one's chest. I work there. If I got broken, I'd like to be returned there for expert medical care. [ 08-07-2002, 07:26 PM: Message edited by: icegirl ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erik Posted August 7, 2002 Share Posted August 7, 2002 quote: Originally posted by icegirl: Or how about if found face down in scree gully, please return to Harborview Medical Center... that is a disgusting statement! i am personally offended by it and think that you should change it. then again i guess when someone spends little time climbing or doinf such activity they would understand little about it or the things that happen whilst doing it. get a clue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thinker Posted August 8, 2002 Share Posted August 8, 2002 Easy boy, there's more than one way to read her slogan. The most likely way a climber would be face down in a scree gully is during a descent, likely after a hard day's climbing, visiting Muir in spirit, and throwing rocks at the snafflehounds. That momentary loss of balance could be painfull and could require the assistance of real medical professionals, not just Mr. Daniels and alpine floss...... [ 08-07-2002, 05:10 PM: Message edited by: Thinker ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forrest_m Posted August 8, 2002 Share Posted August 8, 2002 I drew a big crack on top of my helmet with a non-UIAA approved sharpie, it wore off after a few years and the helmet survived quite a few knocks. Since I just dropped the thing down the east face of liberty bell last weekend, I guess it was kind of prophetic... but in the least bad possible way. oh, thank god, i've graduated from chief wanker to chronic gumbie. [ 08-07-2002, 05:26 PM: Message edited by: forrest_m ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine_Tom Posted August 8, 2002 Share Posted August 8, 2002 How about masking tape across the front with F BECKEY written on it in marking pen? Then watch those mounties stare at you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dru Posted August 8, 2002 Share Posted August 8, 2002 how about a sticker of Calvin peeing on a Mountaineers logo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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