Highlights of Ski Helmets

Defence For Skiers - Including ski helmets with audio.

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

• A Ski Jacket
• Protective Boots
• Headgear
• Gloves

A skier’s head is safeguarded by a specifically fabricated helmet.

Ski headgear perform a dual role: for starters to provide you with safeguard against knocks and shocks and the second thing is to insulate against the environment.

A ski helmet is an item of fashion as well as offering protection and are available in many colors and styles.

There are three overall different kinds of ski helmet: full-face, short shell and full shell.

Fashion is also provided through additional functions such as ski helmets with audio for listening to music. The Salomon Brigade helmet is a good example of a ski helmet with audio functionality.

A close-fitting helmet is the best defense against injury so ensure that yours is well fitted - seek advice from the retailer about this.

There are a number of sets of safety regulations that cover ski helmets including ASTM, Snell and CEN 1077.

Studies have shown that skiers who wear a helmet have a significantly reduced likelihood of injury.