Evaluation of Ski Helmets

Skiing Defense - Salomon helmets.

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

• Outdoor jackets


• Boots


• Head defense


• Hand protection

Head defense is provided by way of a ski helmet.

Ski headgear provide a joint function: first of all to supply a defence against knocks and shocks and and of course to insulate against the outside climate.

In addition to providing protection, a ski helmet is structured with fashion in mind.

Ski helmets are obtainable in three common categories: full shell, short shell, and full face models.

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.

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.

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