Helix Base Features:
* Hard Plastic mask
* Clear Lens (Thermal or Single)
* Browser (Visor / Browshield combined)
* Grey and black Vents strap
* Easy lens changeability
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The Helix hardcore base model - a hardshell mask. The Helix comes in 3 versions - thermal, single and field. All models come with a Vents "Browser" (combined Visor and Brow Shield).
The thermal and single models featuring dual density foam (for increased comfort) for players who want to own their own.The field model with closed cell foam - for hire.
Product Availability
The Empire Vents Helix Goggles are newer, so they should be commonly available, both new and used. Check out the Places to Buy links below for places to purchase them new.
v force vantage- vantage looks cooler but has a smaller lense so you can't see as much
Strengths:
Cool looking without visor
inexpensive
barly ever fogs
Weaknesses:
Made of plastic, vantage is made of rubber
Review:
I just got myn yesterday, the anti fog is so good that i can breath on the lense and it wont fog. Lense is very easy to take out. About 30 seconds to take it out. it never fogged up on me yet. With the visor it doesnt look that great.
Conclusion:
Pretty cool. YOU LOOK LIKE A PREDITOR WHEN YOU HAVE IT ON FROM THE VERY LONG CHIN ON IT =D
04bko
-eggy
-evil barrel
-vapor bolt and valve
-Soon to get PDS
-Hybrid grips
- system x tank
Strengths:
Never fogs
Great coverage
Easy to take apart.
Good looking
Weaknesses:
None really
Review:
I bought this mask cheap at a proshop , put it on , fit really nicely and above all it a great looking mask. I played some rec ball with it for a couple hours , and it never fogged. I had to clean it a couple times because of some paint splatter but it was extremely easy to clean , the lens came off perfectly.. and it was easy to put it back together.
Kingman mask that came with the Sonix Pro Value Pack
Marker Setup:
Spyder Electra 05 ACS
14" Smart Parts Linear Barrel
Ricochet Apache
12 oz. Co2
Smart Parts Q-Lock w/ Spyder Adapter
Strengths:
Very Masky
Doesn't Fog
Price
Weaknesses:
None
Review:
The main reason this is a good mask is its price. I got this one for $24 and was able to get some gloves also because of the money I saved. So far, I have had no problems whatsoever with this mask. It is easy to get the lens off so that you can clean it. My model is black, and it looks pretty good. Sometimes simple is best, and this is that.
Conclusion:
Get it. There is no need to pay a lot of money for a more expensive mask.
Piranha evo-blue to black-
3000psi tank
Egg loader
Derlin triger
14'' progressive barrle
Strengths:
Never fogs up on you.
Easy to take the lens off and clean
Good price
Weaknesses:
Nothing
Review:
Vents Helix is a great mask with great thermal lens. You will never get fogged up while playing. I usually get shot in the mask and this was the mask for me. It is so easy to take the lens off to clean it. This is also a good looking mask made buy a good company, VENTS. Vents in made by he same company as Empire so you know that it is a good mask.
Smart parts ion
dynasty body kit
dead on drop forward and on/off switch
redz clamp feed
pure energy 3000 psi carbon fiber tank
Strengths:
Cear vision
nice fit
looks cool
Weaknesses:
None really
Review:
I got this mask for $32 and i love it since im sort of new to paintball this is perfect the vision is clear and easy to see and it fits perfectly it looks really cool and has a great retail price any one who needs a good mask i recommend this mask
I've used Scott and VForce paintball masks. They are very similar in construction. (Hard plastic)
Marker Setup:
BT-16 Tactical with Bottom Line kit, Remote, CMI Tru-Flight 16" Barrel
Strengths:
Thermal lens is replaceable. Very Affordable.
Weaknesses:
Hard plastic, a bit on the heavy side.
Review:
I played with this mask on Saturday the 22nd in probably the worst conditions possible. Temps were mild and in the 60s, but there were some very heavy downpours at times.
I did manage to fog the mask once or twice, but it wasn't a complete fog. The mask was comfortable all day.
I think a fan or some really good antifog treatment will make this mask perfect.
Conclusion:
If you are looking for an affordable mask that has a thermal lense, this is the way to go. Comfortable, inexpensive at $32.00, and NO FOG!
Rating:
9 out of 10
Last edited on Sunday, April 23rd, 2006 at 8:07 am PST
