| Recent high profile cases such as the tragic death of | | | | you have found one that fits correctly. There needs |
| Natasha Richardson highlighted the dangers of skiing | | | | to be a balance in between not being too loose and |
| and snowboarding. A ski helmet can provide added | | | | being too tight, it should fit comfortably. You should |
| protection however you need to understand how it | | | | also be able to hear others clearly when you are |
| functions and what to look for when going to | | | | wearing the helmet. |
| purchase one to get the most from it. | | | | Use a specialist store to get expert advice or look |
| How does the helmet function? | | | | online for more tips and tricks. |
| The helmet is made of plastic with a foam interior | | | | Do bear in mind that these helmets aren't a complete |
| which would absorb the force of an impact in the | | | | protection solution. The National Ski Areas Association |
| event of a collision. The plastic exterior will also go | | | | state that a helmet will provide protection up to 14 |
| some way by absorbing some of the shock as well | | | | mph, which isn't very fast considering most riders will |
| as from scraping incidents such as passing a tree or | | | | be travelling 30-40mph therefore in a high speed |
| should the rider fall on a sheet of ice. The helmet will | | | | crash a helmet isn't going to give you total protection. |
| also keep the user warm, which is important when | | | | However anything that protects your head is worth |
| out for several hours in low temperatures. | | | | investing in, ski helmets play a part in an overall |
| How to buy the correct ski helmet | | | | safety strategy. Take care when you are out on the |
| If this is your first helmet it is best to visit a ski store | | | | slopes, use good judgment, and maintain control and |
| and try on more than one helmet until you are sure | | | | following the rules of the resort or ski centre. |