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22 January 2019, 16:44
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A few more. And if you don't like these, the company does custom designs
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22 January 2019, 17:15
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Too expensive by time you get them here unfortunately, but good for your side of the pond perhaps.
I did look for similar here few months ago but no joy.
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22 January 2019, 20:24
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Make: FunYak
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Too expensive by time you get them here unfortunately, but good for your side of the pond perhaps.
I did look for similar here few months ago but no joy.
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JK used to import them but I don’t think there were as many people who wanted to look that weird as he has anticipated!
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22 January 2019, 20:57
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Town: N. Devon
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Go back a few years and everyone loved to show off the paintball style mask that they used.
The neoprene cycle masks are good for keeping the mouth and nose area wind free.
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22 January 2019, 21:08
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Town: Aberdeenshire
Boat name: Sula
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JK used to import them but I don’t think there were as many people who wanted to look that weird as he has anticipated!
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Might be okay state-side, but the fishermen at Stonehaven harbour would probably shake their heads if I came in with one of these on!
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22 January 2019, 21:14
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Town: Fresno
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Might be okay state-side, but the fishermen at Stonehaven harbour would probably shake their heads if I came in with one of these on!
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I'll bet they would. I used my hooded dive parka (Surf Fur) to cover my head when I wear the mask, for protection and the crazy looks at the dock. LoL
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22 January 2019, 21:25
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The plain ones dont look any worse or weirder than anything else on this thread IMO.
If it works for you then roll with it I say.
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23 January 2019, 10:10
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Country: UK - England
Town: The wilds of Wiltshire
Boat name: Dominator
Make: SR5.4
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I use cheap XLoop Oakley copies both when I'm on the motorbike and in the RIB.
Admittedly at SEVERELY illegal speeds there's a bit of eye watering on the bike, but at sub 90mph with an open Face without a visor they work perfectly. On the boat with no helmet and a floating strap I've never had any issues at all.
They're about £11 a pair on eBay a polarised pair so I don't get too annoyed if they get broken.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/X-LOOP-PO...jNSMbKMrPG_jKQ
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23 January 2019, 12:24
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Town: Wild West
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JK used to import them but I don’t think there were as many people who wanted to look that weird as he has anticipated!
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I had one from JK back in the day  .....
but then again I never have worried about the of "plebeian" opinion....."Handsome is as Handsome does"
Worked well for wind and helped keep face warmer...did fog up a bit in the colder weather,and a bit difficult to keep in place at times.
None of the thermal...comfort ...or protection qualitys of a Ghecko..which is where Goggles fall down for winter use and really wet conditions...Had them too.
How many (Any!?) on here who swapped Gheckos (once you've tried em) in for Sunnys or Goggles for extreme weather let alone Winter ....extreme Ribbing?? 
For the uninitiated...just Try someone else's....IF that is...you can pry em out of their... possibly cold wet fingers when conditions dictate 
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23 January 2019, 13:10
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Waterproof balaclava, 15 quid face shield....job done. Oh, and no bucket effect (plus they fit in a ribcraft seat)
Look slightly less of a plum for less money, what isn't to like!?!
I'm sure geckos are good but not for everyone.
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23 January 2019, 13:13
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23 January 2019, 16:42
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This is what you want, forget gecko, this is a heckno
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24 January 2019, 11:23
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Town: Retford
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25 January 2019, 12:26
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Eye protection
As promised the RNLI's reply, and very helpful it is too:
Dear Mr Elliott,
Thanks you for your recent enquiry regarding Gecko helmets.
You are correct, these helmets are part of our PPE.
For information on the exact structure/limitations and suitability for specific leisure activities the best route would be to contact the manufacturer.
Kind regards
Kate
Kate Sampson | Administration Manager (Community Lifesaving)
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"Ribbing-the most expensive way of travelling third class"
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25 January 2019, 12:36
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My balaclavas came today.....look excellent and feel magic.
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25 January 2019, 13:16
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Originally Posted by Brian
As promised the RNLI's reply, and very helpful it is too:
Dear Mr Elliott,
Thanks you for your recent enquiry regarding Gecko helmets.
You are correct, these helmets are part of our PPE.
For information on the exact structure/limitations and suitability for specific leisure activities the best route would be to contact the manufacturer.
Kind regards
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not surprised brian to be honest no comment mulud.
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29 January 2019, 16:38
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Town: Waterlooville
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Make: Halmatic P22
Length: 6m +
Engine: Inboard Diesel 240HP
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...1341_354549111
Sealey SSP76 Safety Goggles with Mask arrived in my feeds today if it is of interest to anyone.
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29 January 2019, 19:50
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I shared your cynicism until I used one in anger and then picked up 4 here for a bargain price second hand...
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