
The current crop of quality bump helmets look very similar to ballistic helmets - many of them even have built-in shrouds to accept NVG mounts.

These helmets are substantially lighter, and they’re also ventilated to allow better airflow, keeping you cooler and your lenses fog-free. Just like the name implies, it won’t stop small arms threats or fragmentation, but it will stop you from getting a Flintstones-type lump on your head. If the objective is just hog hunting or target shooting with night vision, then you can save a ton of money by procuring a non-ballistic or “bump” helmet.

Your first decision is ballistic or non-ballistic. NVGs have a definite learning curve, but a good helmet setup can make it easier.
