Do prepared citizens need ballistic helmets? Is a plate carrier enough? Should you get a Bump helmet or a Ballistic? We look at a brief history of helmets, and the mindset behind normal people owning lifesaving equipment, while taking a look at the new MTEK Strike helmet.

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00:00 Intrusive Thoughts
01:10 What is a "Need"?
02:51 Founding Fathers' Intent
03:43 Bump or Ballistic?
05:45 Garand Thumb
06:39 Impact Protection
07:30 Helmet Weight through History
09:11 Priority List
12:27 The MTEK Strike Setup 1
15:46 Ear Protection
22:09 NODs, Light & Attachments
24:36 MTEK Strike Setup 2
27:46 Final Thoughts