Ski and Snowboard Helmets

Figuring out the model features and sizing can be confusing. This is our best attempt to get you the best information to make a decision on which helmet is best for you.

As some of you might have noticed, a lot of people are skiing and snowboarding with helmets. They are the smart ones. Everyone else needs an extra nudge to start wearing one. You might have a list of excuses as to why you won't ever wear a helmet, but here's a reason that will trump any excuse: Someday you will need your brain.

The whole Level Nine Sports staff wears helmets when they ride, and so should you. There are rare cases when its OK to go without, but we feel that it is mandatory if you are riding at a resort, if you snowboard, and especially if you are a child. Letting your kids ski and snowboard without a helmet is next to criminal.

Helmets now come in all types of sizes, styles, and comfort levels, so there is one out there to suit your requirements. Features such as removable vents, removable ear flaps, and extra padding can make the difference for those who are having a hard time transitioning to wearing helmets.

Here at Level Nine Sports, we offer several manufacturers with myriad of styles to give you a great selection.

Bern is one of the hottest helmet companies out there today, drawing their designs from young, professional athletes. All of the Bern helmets are categorized as Multi-Sport, meaning you can use the same helmet for skiing, skateboarding, wakeboarding, etc.

Head started making helmets just a couple of years ago, and with a name like Head, you can't go wrong. They offer lightweight helmets with all kinds of features to adjust fit and comfort level. Head also has some of the best helmets for kids, offering some of the smallest sizes we have ever seen.

Scott helmets are serious business, the Biomex's are as good as any in the business and designed with aggressive skiers and racers in mind (don't ask us how we can sell them so cheap.) We also have lots of great Scott junior helmets as well.

For information on helmet safety standards check out this excellent summary of helmet safety standards.