Helmets for Skiers - A Brief Critique

Protection In support of Skiers - Salomon helmets.

There are a number of items of clothing that will safeguard a skier from being harmed, for example:

• Outdoor jackets
• Protective Boots
• Head protection
• Gloves

Head protection is provided for the skier by a helmet.

Ski helmets are designed specifically to insulate and protect against shocks.

A ski helmet is a fashion object as well as offering protection and come in many colors and designs.

There are three conventional styles of ski helmet: full-face, short shell and full shell.

Fashion is also provided through additional functions such as ear-phones plugs for listening to music. The Salomon helmet range is a good example of a fashionable ski helmet.

It is vital that a ski helmet fits. Any movement could reduce the helmet’s protection.

The production of ski helmets is governed by several sets of safety regulations.

In general skiers and snowboarders who wear a ski helmets are around 30% less likely to suffer a head injury.