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Bump Helmets

Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical

Engineered by Experience

The Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical is a next-generation bump helmet designed for search and rescue professionals, tactical law enforcement teams, military personnel, and training environments. Developed through research and field input from FEMA responders, firefighters, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other specialized operators, RECON delivers reliable impact protection, enhanced comfort, and mission-ready adaptability for demanding operational environments.

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COMING SOON: RECON™ TACTICAL WILL START SHIPPING LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL.

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Built for demanding missions: A next-generation bump helmet that brings protection, fit and utility together in one configurable design for search and rescue (SAR), tactical law enforcement, military and training missions.
Multi-standard impact protection: The helmet delivers impact protection to EN 12492:2012 for mountaineering helmets, EN 1385:2012 for whitewater helmets, NATO AEP 2902- Method H and U.S. ACH AR/PD 14-02 for combat helmets—benchmarks that reflect flexible engineering across multiple mission sets.
Customized, secure fit: Integrates the CAM FIT^® Retention System with a BOA^® dial and RECON Air Fit Liner with our patented ZORBIUM^® Foam Technology to provide a secure, personalized fit with superior comfort, stability, airflow, and long-wear support for demanding operational environments.
Mission-ready modular platform: Equipped with military-standard accessory interfaces, including an aluminum NVG shroud, side rails, bungee retention cords, and Velcro^® loop panels for seamless integration of night vision, communications, and lighting accessories.
Lightweight, high-comfort design: Engineered with a lightweight, low-profile design, patented ZORBIUM^® foam pads, shell vents, and lattice cooling pads to improve airflow, reduce fatigue, and maximize comfort during extended operations.

Product Features

Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical

Rail system

Rail System

Accessory rails with standard military interface for easier accessory mounting
Crown protection

Carbon fiber panel

Carbon fiber panel to reinforce crown protection
Liner system

RECON™ Air FIT Liner System

Designed for demanding operational environments, the Air FIT liner system with ZORBIUM® foam features integrated air channels, cooling fabric, and strategically placed cooling pads to maximize airflow, heat dissipation, and overall breathability.
Retention system

CAM FIT™ Retention System with choice of chin straps

The RECON™ Tactical includes our CAM FIT™ Retention System with your choice of sport-style strap or chin cup.

Product Performance

Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical

Whitewater Protection

Independently tested to meet all impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets.

Mountaineering Protection

Independently tested to meet all impact protection requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 for Mountaineering Helmets

Blunt Impact Protection

Independently tested to meet all impact protection requirements of NATO AEP 2902 Method H and US ACH GEN II AR/PD 14-01 for combat helmets

Size & Weight

Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical

Size

Size	Size 1 (M/L)	Size 2 (XL)
Head Circumference (in):	21 1/2 – 23 1/2	up to 24 3/4
Head Circumference (cm):	55 – 60	up to 63
Hat Size (USA):	6 7/8 – 7 1/2	up to 7 7/8

PLEASE NOTE: If you are in between sizes, we recommend going up to the larger size. You can customize the fit with the comfort pads that are included with your helmet purchase. If more pads are needed, we sell additional comfort pad sets.

Weight

	Size 1 (M/L)	Size 2 (XL)
Complete System:	1.59 lbs (0.82 kg)	1.91 lbs (0.87 kg)

Complete system weight includes helmet shell, accessory rails, shroud, impact liner and retention system.

Product Comparison

Team Wendy®

Recon™ Tactical

Shell Technology

Lexan polycarbonate copolymer with a carbon fiber composite crown reinforcement panel

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs (M/L) or 1.91 lbs (XL)

Performance

Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 standard for mountaineering helmets
Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets
Meets all impact protection requirements of NATO AEP 2902 Method H and US ACH GEN II AR/PD 14-01 for combat helmets

Liner System

Team Wendy® RECON™ Air Fit Liner System w/ ZORBIUM^® foam technology and cooling pads for increased airflow

Retention System

CAM FIT™ Retention System. Available in CAM FIT™ sport-style chin strap or CAM FIT™ chin cup

Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.

Bump Helmet

Team Wendy®

EXFIL® LTP

Shell Technology

Lexan polycarbonate copolymer.

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs.

Performance

Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets

Liner System

Team Wendy EXFIL® LTP Liner System

Retention System

CAM FIT™ Bump Retention System for EXFIL® LTP

Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.
Bump Helmet

Team Wendy®

SAR Tactical™
Shell Technology

Lexan Polycarbonate Copolymer Shell.

Weight

One Size: 1.59 lbs (0.72 kg). Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, accessory rails, impact liner and retention system.
Performance
Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 standard for mountaineering helmets

Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets

Meets ACH Blunt Impact protection requirement per AR/PD10-02, 16Dec'13.

Meets additional Off-Crown Shock Absorption of BS EN 14052:2012 (European standard for high performance industrial helmets)

NOTE: EN 14052 requires a low-strength chinstrap. The SAR Backcountry™ is not fully certified to BS EN 14052 because it meets the more rigorous chinstrap requirements of BS EN 12492 and to reduce the risk of losing the helmet during a fall.
Liner System

Expanded polystyrene impact liner featuring ZORBIUM® foam comfort pads in two thicknesses.

Retention System

Integrated BOA® Fit System and under the chin retention system.

Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate for NVG mounts.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.
Bump Helmet

Team Wendy®

Rescuer

Shell Technology

Lexan Polycarbonate copolymer shell.

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs.

Performance

Meets all impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets.

Liner System

Team Wendy^® EXFIL^® Air Fit Liner System with ZORBIUM^® Foam Technology features moisture wicking fabric and includes eight adjustable comfort pads.

Retention System

Under chin CAM FIT™ retention system with easily adjustable Cam Lock sliders and BOA^® Fit System quickly adjusts to individual head shapes

Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.
Bump Helmet

Team Wendy®

Maritime Rescuer

Shell Technology

Lexan Polycarbonate copolymer shell.

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs.

Performance

Meets impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets

Liner System

Team Wendy^® EXFIL^® Maritime Liner System featuring water-resistant, quick-drying materials and sealed ZORBIUM® pads for lightweight comfort in wet conditions, all while delivering advanced impact protection backed by years of TBI prevention research

Retention System

Under chin CAM FIT™ retention system with easily adjustable Cam Lock sliders and BOA® Fit System quickly adjusts to individual head shapes

Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.
Bump Helmet

Team Wendy®

SAR Backcountry™
Shell Technology

Lexan Polycarbonate Copolymer Shell.

Weight

Without Accessory Rails: 1.39 lbs (0.63 kg). With Accessory Rails: 1.59 lbs (0.72 kg). Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, (optional) accessory rails, impact liner and retention system.
Performance
Meets all impact protection requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 for Mountaineering Helmets

Meets all impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets.

Meets ACH Blunt Impact protection requirement per AR/PD10-02, 16 Dec'13.

Meets additional Off-Crown Shock Absorption of BS EN 14052:2012 (European standard for high performance industrial helmets)

NOTE: EN 14052 requires a low-strength chinstrap. The SAR Backcountry™ is not fully certified to BS EN 14052 because it meets the more rigorous chinstrap requirements of BS EN 12492 and to reduce the risk of losing the helmet during a fall.
Liner System

Expanded Polystyrene impact liner featuring ZORBIUM® Foam comfort pads in two thicknesses.

Retention System

Integrated BOA® Fit System and under the chin retention system featuring a Fidlock® magnetic buckle for one-handed release.

Shroud

Glass-reinforced polycarbonate shroud for mounting cameras and lights.

Warranty

One year from date of delivery against any defect in materials or workmanship.