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Team Wendy RECON™ Tactical

Team Wendy RECON™ Tactical

Engineered by Experience

The Team Wendy® RECON™ Tactical Bump Helmet 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.

RECON combines a low-profile hybrid shell reinforced with a carbon fiber crown, the proven CAM FIT® Retention System with a BOA® dial to provide exceptional stability, comfort, and a secure-on-the-head feel. Designed for modern operators, it features military-standard accessory interfaces, an aluminum NVG shroud, side rails, bungee retention, and Velcro® loop panels, creating a highly configurable platform for communications, night vision, lighting, and mission-specific equipment.

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CURRENT LEAD TIME FOR RECON™ TACTICAL ORDERS IS 12 WEEKS. ORDERS WILL SHIP SOONER IF AVAILABLE. 

  • 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.
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RECON™ Tactical

White and black tactical helmet with a visible brand logo on a white background
Rail System

Rail System

  • Accessory rails with standard military interface for easier accessory mounting
Yellow and black helmet on a white background
Crown Protection

Carbon Fiber Panel

  • Carbon fiber panel to reinforce crown protection
Black tactical helmet with visor on a white background
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.
Yellow helmet with black straps on a white background
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. 

RECON™ Tactical

  • Independently tested to meet all impact protection requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets.
  • Independently tested to meet all impact protection requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 for Mountaineering Helmets
  • 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




RECON™ Tactical

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Product Comparison

RECON™ Tactical

EXFIL® LTP

SAR Tactical™

SAR Backcountry™

EXFIL® Rescuer

EXFIL® Maritime Rescuer

Price Price $595.00 Price $436.80 Price $466.20 Price $357.00 Price $436.80 Price $504.00
Shell Technology Shell Technology

Lexan polycarbonate copolymer with a carbon fiber composite crown reinforcement panel

Shell Technology

Lexan polycarbonate copolymer.

Shell Technology

Polycarbonate Copolymer Shell.

Shell Technology

Polycarbonate Copolymer Shell.

Shell Technology

Polycarbonate copolymer shell.

Shell Technology

Polycarbonate copolymer shell.

Weight Weight

Complete system:  1.81 lbs (M/L) or 1.91 lbs (XL) 

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs.

Weight

One Size: 1.59 lbs (0.72 kg). Complete system weight includes helmet shell, shroud, accessory rails, impact liner and retention system.

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.

Weight

Complete system: 1.59 lbs.

Weight

1.59 lbs

Performance 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
Performance

Meets performance requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater.

Performance
  • Meets Shock Absorption and Penetration requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 standard for mountaineering helmets
  • Meets performance requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets
  • Meets ACH Blunt Impact 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 EXFIL® SAR 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.

Performance
  • Meets Shock Absorption and Penetration requirements of BS EN 12492:2012 standard for mountaineering helmets
  • Meets performance requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater helmets
  • Meets ACH Blunt Impact 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 EXFIL® SAR 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.

Performance

Meets performance requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater.

Performance

Meets performance requirements of BS EN 1385:2012 standard for whitewater.

Liner System Liner System

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

Liner System

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

Liner System

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

Liner System

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

Liner System

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

Liner System

Exfil Maritime Liner System featuring water-resistant, quick-drying materials and sealed Zorbium® pads

Retention System Retention System

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

Retention System

Team Wendy® CAM FIT® Bump Retention System for EXFIL® LTP

Retention System

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

Retention System

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

Retention System

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

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 Shroud

Machined aluminum mounting plate.

Shroud

Integrated machined aluminum mounting plate.

Shroud

Integrated machined aluminum mounting plate for NVG mounts.

Shroud

Glass-reinforced polycarbonate shroud for mounting cameras and lights.

Shroud

Integrated machined aluminum mounting plate.

Shroud

Integrated machined aluminum mounting plate.

Warranty Warranty

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

Warranty

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

Warranty

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

Warranty

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

Warranty

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

Warranty

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

RESOURCES

RECON Tactical Data Sheet