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Team Wendy® EPIC® Specialist

Team Wendy® EPIC® Specialist

From Special Ops to Special Response

Designed for law enforcement professionals on the front line, the Team Wendy EPIC® Specialist helmet supports SWAT teams, riot units, and specialized response groups operating in high-intensity environments. From planned tactical entries to dynamic crowd control situations, it provides the protection, stability, and flexibility needed to perform under pressure.

Built with CERADYNE™ Ballistic Technology with no thru-hole design, the EPIC® Specialist delivers uncompromised protection while maintaining a low-profile and balanced feel. The boltless CAM FIT® precision retention system with BOA® rear dial allows for precise one-hand adjustment that stays locked in during movement and extended operations. Mechanically fastened rails and shroud support communications, face shields, and other mission-essential equipment—helping operators stay connected, protected, and fully equipped for a wide range of law enforcement missions.

Please note, all ballistic helmet purchases are subject to ID verification.

Regular price $1,236.48
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Quick Ship now available for EPIC helmets. Order now and we will ship within 10 business days. Quick Ship is available on quantities of 10 or fewer and while supplies last.

LEAD TIME FOR LARGER EPIC HELMET ORDERS IS AT LEAST 4-6 WEEKS DEPENDING ON QUANTITY. ORDERS WILL SHIP SOONER IF AVAILABLE.

  • CERADYNE™ Ballistic Shell Technology with a seamless shell construction preserves fiber continuity for uncompromised ballistic performance. No thru-hole design with raised structural bosses enables mechanical rail and shroud attachment without compromising the shell.
  • The EPIC AIR FIT Liner System is built around Team Wendy’s proprietary ZORBIUM® Foam Liner Technology, developed through extensive research into traumatic brain injury prevention, delivering industry-leading impact protection, comfort, and breathability provide advanced impact protection, superior comfort, and enhanced breathability throughout extended operations.
  • CAM FIT® Precision Retention System is cable supported with a BOA® rear dial and CAM FIT® locks that provide precise one-hand adjustment, delivering exceptional comfort, stability, and all-day wearability.
  • Built for special operations: designed for SWAT, riot, and other specialized teams requiring maximum protection and operational agility
  • Operational agility: Low profile, reverse dovetail accessory rails and aluminum shroud allow for the right equipment to fit your mission
  • Includes shock cord kit for increased stability of night vision devices

*Ceradyne seamless ballistic shell technology incorporates a proprietary Thermoplastic composites forming/molding process and no-through-hole design.

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EPIC® Specialist

Team Wendy EPIC Specialist Ballistic Helmet
Shroud

Durable Aluminum NVG Shroud

  • No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
  • Machined aluminum plate, anodized for color
  • Compatible with most standardized NVG mount baseplates
  • Wilcox lanyard compatibility
  • Shock cord attachment
Team Wendy EPIC Specialist Ballistic Helmet
Shell

Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology

  • Proprietary thermoplastic composites forming/molding process
  • Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites, 33% lighter than Aramid material
  • High strength/low-density combination fiber offers maximum strength-to-weight ratio
  • Complete no thru-hole technology​ provides increased ballistic performance
EPIC™ Specialist - Team Wendy
Liner

Team Wendy EPIC AIR® FIT w/ ZORBIUM® Foam Technology

  • Utilizes Team Wendy’s proven Zorbium® foam technology
  • Designed to accommodate communication headset integration
  • Proprietary water-resistant film and loop fabric covering
  • Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01)
Team Wendy EPIC Specialist Ballistic Helmet
Retention System

No Thru-Hole CAM FIT® Retention System

  • BOA® fit system with micro-adjustable dial
  • Utilizes Cam Lock sliders for one-handed adjustment and secure fit
  • Asymmetric design keeps buckle tucked smoothly along jaw line
  • Chin cup lining ensures maximum comfort and chafe-free wear
  • Custom clip system attachment (no-thru holes)
Team Wendy EPIC Specialist Ballistic Helmet
Rails

Reverse Dovetail Accessory Rails

  • No Thru-Hole Attachment (No drilled holes through shell for attachment)
  • Integrated low profile reverse dove-tail mounting system
  • Compatible with common helmet accessories
  • Provides counterweight attachment options
  • Accommodates optional shock cord system for increased stability of Night Vision Devices

EPIC® Specialist

Ballistic Performance

  • NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)

Fragment Performance

  • 17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)

Backface Deformation

  • 9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm

Blunt Impact Performance

  • Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H

EPIC® Specialist

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Product Comparison

EPIC® Specialist

EXFIL® Ballistic

EXFIL® SL Ballistic

EPIC® Protector

EPIC® Responder Plus

RIFLETECH®

Price Price $1,236.48 Price $1,585.08 Price $2,063.88 Price $947.52 Price $821.52 Price $3,634.68
Shell Technology Shell Technology

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.

Shell Technology

Polyethylene and other fibers in a proprietary composite matrix

Shell Technology

Polyethylene and other fibers in a proprietary composite matrix

Shell Technology

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.

Shell Technology

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.

Shell Technology

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber composites with Ceradyne Seamless Ballistic Shell Technology.

Weight Weight

Complete system weight.

Full-cut

  • Small - 2.91 lbs (1.32 kg)
  • Medium - 2.97 lbs (1.35 kg)
  • Large - 3.23 lbs (1.47 kg)
  • XL - 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg)

High-cut

  • Small - 2.64 lbs (1.20 kg)
  • Medium - 2.7 lbs (1.22 kg)
  • Large - 2.82 lbs (1.28 kg)
  • XL - 3.08 (1.40 kg)

Weight

Complete system weight.

High-cut

  • Size 1 (M/L) - 2.6 lbs (1.18kg)
  • Size 2 (XL) - 2.75 lbs (1.25kg)

Weight

Complete system weight.

High-cut

  • Size 1 (M/L) - 2.22 lbs (1.01kg)
  • Size 2 (XL) - 2.31 lbs (1.05kg)

Weight

Complete system weight.

Full-cut

  • Small - 2.8 lbs (1.27 kg)
  • Medium - 2.86 lbs (1.30 kg)
  • Large - 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg)
  • XL - 3.33 lbs (1.51 kg)

High-cut

  • Small - 2.53 lbs (1.15 kg)
  • Medium - 2.59 lbs (1.17 kg)
  • Large - 2.71 lbs (1.23 kg)
  • XL - 2.97 lbs (1.35 kg)

Weight

Complete system weight.

Full-cut

  • Small - 2.64 lbs (1.15 kg) 
  • Medium - 2.70 lbs (1.18 kg)
  • Large - 2.96 lbs (1.29 kg)
  • XL - 3.17 lbs (1.38 kg)

High-cut

  • Small - 2.37 lbs (1.15 kg)
  • Medium - 2.42 lbs (1.17 kg)
  • Large - 2.55 lbs (1.23 kg)
  • XL - 2.81 lbs (1.35 kg)

Weight

Complete system weights. 

High-cut

  • Small - 2.78 lbs (1.26 kg) 
  • Medium - 2.98 lbs (1.35 kg) 
  • Large - 3.17 lbs (1.44 kg) 
  • XL - 3.48 lbs (1.58 kg)

Performance Performance
  • NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)  
  • 17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s) 
  • 9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm  
  • Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H.

Performance
  • Ballistic Performance: NIJ Level IIIA (according to NIJ STD 0106.01 / 0108.01).
  • Fragment Performance: 17gr V50 ≥ 2400 ft/sec (731 m/s).
  • Backface Deformation: 9mm (1400fps)
  • BFD: <25mm all locations (front/back/crown/sides) exposed to high temp/humidity, solar, low temperature, altitude, sea water, and salt fog.
  • Blunt Impact Performance: Exceeds current ACH Blunt Impact Protection requirements (per AR/PD 10-02).
Performance
  • NIJ Level IIIA (according to NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01).
  • 17gr V50 ≥ 2400 ft/sec (731 m/s).
  • 9mm FMJ RN @ 1195 ft/s (365 m/s).
  • BFD: <25.4 mm all locations(front/back/crown/sides) exposed to high temp/humidity, solar, low temperature, altitude, sea water, and salt fog.
  • Exceeds current ACH Blunt Impact Protection requirements (per AR/PD10-02).

Performance
  • NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01)  
  • 17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s) 
  • 9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm  
  • Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H.

Performance
  • NIJ IIIA (NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01) 
  • 17gr V50 ≥ 2560 ft/s (780 m/s)  
  • 9mm BFD ≤ 25.4 mm 
  • Meets ACH Gen II Blunt Impact (AR/PD 14-01) and AEP 2902 Clause 4.1.1.1 Method H .

Performance
  • RTP at muzzle velocity- 7.62x39 MSC, 7.62x51 FMJ (M80 Ball NATO round), 5.56 M193 BT, 9mm FMJ RN
  • Defeats threats NIJ RF1 (STD 0123.00) and NIJ Level III (STD 0108.01) tested in accordance with NIJ STD 0106.01
  • Fragment Performance: 17gr FSP V50 ≥ 4430 fps (1350 m/s) (Tested on XL shell)
Liner System Liner System

Team Wendy® EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.

Liner System

Team Wendy® EXFIL® Air fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.

Liner System

Team Wendy® EXFIL® SL Air fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.

Liner System

Team Wendy® EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.

Liner System

Team Wendy® EPIC Air® Fit w/ Zorbium Foam Technology.

Liner System

Team Wendy® RIFLETECH® Air Fit liner system w/ Zorbium® foam technology.

Retention System Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EPIC®/RIFLETECH™

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EXFIL®/EXFIL® SL

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EXFIL®/EXFIL® SL

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EPIC®/RIFLETECH™

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EPIC®/RIFLETECH™

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Ballistic Retention System for EPIC®/RIFLETECH™

Shroud Shroud

Durable Aluminum NVG Shroud.

Shroud

Lanyard compatible 3-hole Wilcox® W shroud.

Shroud

Lanyard compatible 3-hole Wilcox® NVG shroud.

Shroud

Front cover plate to aid in face shield alignment.

Shroud

Front cover plate to aid in face shield alignment.

Shroud

Enhanced design with shock cords providing superior fit with NVG

Warranty Warranty

Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture  Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture  Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe

Warranty

Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.

Warranty

Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.

Warranty

Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.

Warranty

Ballistic package – up to ten (10) years from date of manufacture   Liner, retention, accessory rails, and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture   Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of manufacture if the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe .

Warranty

Ballistic package – up to five (5) years from date of delivery Liner, retention, accessory rails and shroud – up to one (1) year from date of delivery Exterior coating (paint) – up to one (1) year from date of delivery assuming that the helmet has not been otherwise painted in that timeframe.

RESOURCES

EPIC Specialist Data Sheet