Helmet Compatibility Guide

Not sure which Sun Brim is right for your helmet? Use this guide to find compatible products based on your helmet type and activity.

🚴 Cycling Helmets

Standard vented cycling helmets with a removable visor or flush front.

Compatible products:

  • Da Brim Sporty Cycling Brim — 360° brim, tested to 35 mph (56 km/h). Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim Cycling Classic — Larger brim profile, tested to 25 mph (40 km/h). Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim Rezzo Visor — Front visor only, attachment band system. Install guide · Shop
  • Treadley Explorer — Full hat style, fits over most vented cycling helmets. Install guide · Shop
  • Kids Treadley — Full hat style for children's cycling helmets. Install guide · Shop

Requirements:

  • Must have a removable visor or flush front (except Treadley)
  • Do not use with helmets that have non-removable visors (except Treadley)
  • Helmet straps must be tight per manufacturer instructions

🐴 Equestrian Helmets

Riding helmets used for equestrian sporting activities. Two installation methods available depending on visor type.

Compatible products:

  • Da Brim Equestrian Endurance — Full-size 360° brim for riders. Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim Equestrian Petite — Smaller brim for petite riders or windy conditions. Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim Rezzo Visor — Front visor only, attachment band system. Install guide · Shop
  • Treadley Explorer — Full hat style, fits over most vented equestrian helmets. Install guide · Shop

Requirements:

  • Non-removable visor >1 inch: use pocket installation method
  • Flush front, removable visor, or lip ≤1 inch: use strap method
  • Not for motorised sports, bicycle helmets, or whitewater helmets

🏗️ Construction & Work-at-Height Helmets

Hard hats and safety helmets used in construction, climbing, and work-at-height environments.

Compatible products:

  • Da Brim PRO Builder — Full brim for hard hats and construction helmets. Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim PRO Tech — Visor for climbing and work-at-height helmets. Install guide · Shop
  • Da Brim PRO Tech Lite — Lightweight visor for work-at-height helmets. Install guide · Shop

Requirements:

  • Must have a removable visor or flush front
  • Do not use with helmets that have non-removable visors
  • Designed for professional and industrial environments only

🧗 Climbing & Paddling Helmets

Non-motorised sport helmets used for rock climbing, kayaking, and paddling (Class 5 and 6 whitewater only).

Compatible products:

  • Da Brim Rezzo Visor — Front visor, attachment band with optional friction tube for rounded helmets. Install guide · Shop

Requirements:

  • Must have a removable visor or flush front
  • Use the optional friction tube for rounded helmet profiles
  • Not for motorised sports or skiing/snowboarding helmets

🛹 Skateboarding & Recreational Helmets

Standard vented recreational helmets used for skateboarding, scootering, and general outdoor activities.

Compatible products:

  • Da Brim Rezzo Visor — Front visor, attachment band system. Install guide · Shop
  • Treadley Explorer — Full hat style, fits over most vented recreational helmets. Install guide · Shop

Requirements:

  • Must have a removable visor or flush front (Rezzo)
  • Treadley fits over most vented helmet styles
  • Not for motorised sports helmets

🚫 Helmets That Are NOT Compatible

Da Brim products should not be used with the following helmet types:

  • Motorcycle and motorised sport helmets
  • Skiing and snowboarding helmets
  • Full-face helmets of any kind
  • Helmets with non-removable visors (except Equestrian pocket method and Treadley)
  • Class 1–4 whitewater helmets (Rezzo only rated for Class 5 & 6)

Still Not Sure?

Get in touch and we'll help you find the right Sun Brim for your helmet. Contact us or browse the installation guides.