Ski helmets

Ski helmets: the highest level of safety with Sportano

You can never have too much safety on the slope. To ensure it for yourself and the people with whom you spend ski trips, it is worth choosing brands tested for decades like HEAD. At Sportano, you will find exactly those – you can choose from many models and designs of ski helmets from the best winter equipment manufacturers. Familiarize yourself with the Sportano offer, choose the right helmet for yourself or a loved one, and enjoy the choice of professional, safe equipment, thanks to which the only worry during a trip to the slope can be just the weather.

How to properly choose a ski helmet?

A ski helmet is a mandatory piece of equipment for every winter sports fan. Although, unlike children, adults are not legally required to wear a protective helmet, wearing it significantly reduces the risk of head injuries resulting from collisions. However, for a ski helmet to fulfill its function, it should be well fitted to the head.

The most important parameter is size. How to choose a ski helmet? To measure the head circumference, you will need a flexible tailor's tape measure. The head should be measured at its widest point, i.e., just above the eyebrow line. The skull circumference of the vast majority of people will fall within the range of 51–65 cm. In the lower range (approx. 51–54 cm), children's ski helmets usually fit perfectly. The size between 54 and 58 cm is usually for women's heads. Men usually have a skull with a circumference greater than 58 cm.

Relating these dimensions to markings known from the clothing industry, it can be assumed that size 51–52 cm is XXS, 53–54 cm is XS, 55–56 cm is S, 57–58 cm is M, 59–60 cm is L, 60–61 cm is XL, 62–63 cm is XXL, and 64–65 cm is XXXL. However, remember that the measures given here are only indicative. Individual companies, such as Sweet Protection, sometimes use their own size charts. Therefore, before making a purchase, you should always familiarize yourself with the specific markings of a given ski equipment manufacturer.

When choosing a helmet for skiing, remember that it should be slightly larger than the head size. It is assumed that this difference usually amounts to 1 cm. The helmet cannot fall on the eyes, nor catch on the jacket collar. A functional ski helmet should also be equipped with a dial enabling precise adjustment of the position on the head.

What distinguishes a good ski helmet? Features and parameters

When buying this piece of equipment, it is important not only how to choose the size of the ski helmet. The skier's safety is also influenced by the material from which the helmet worn by them is made. Its weight and construction are also significant.

Material of execution

A good ski helmet should be made of durable, yet lightweight material, e.g., fiberglass, carbon, PVC, or mixtures of these substances. They guarantee not only even distribution of the impact force (and thus – reducing the risk of a serious head injury) but also wearing comfort. Giro utilizes advanced composites to ensure their helmets provide top-tier protection without weighing you down.

Ventilation

Discussing the issue of comfort, it is impossible not to mention ventilation holes. Optimal air circulation prevents scalp sweating, which is not only pleasant but also hygienic. Less sweat means fewer microbes inside the helmet. To ensure an appropriate level of hygiene, it is good to choose a helmet with a removable lining adapted for washing in a washing machine. Brands like Rossignol often include such practical features in their designs.

Ear and jaw protection

People riding recreationally can decide on a 3/4 type helmet, i.e., a model with soft earmuffs. It will be not only more comfortable but also will not hinder communication with other people staying on the slope. Those who ride more competitively should reach for a full ski helmet for adults, i.e., one whose entire shell is made of stiff, shock-resistant material. Regardless of the level of advancement, it is a good idea to choose a helmet with an additional jaw guard.

Helmet with a visor or without

To protect the head, you also need to match eye protection. Some models are integrated constructions, i.e., helmets with visors. A ski helmet with a visor removes the necessity of matching goggles to it from the owner. On the other hand, separately worn ski goggles fit the face better. The choice of one of these variants is already a matter of individual preferences, and not strictly safety.

Best ski helmets from top brands in the Sportano offer

Not only parameters but also the manufacturer's experience has a significant impact on the safety of the helmet owner. To be sure that the equipment meets the highest standards, it is best to choose the equipment of specialists with long experience. Recognized ski equipment manufacturers like Salomon are appreciated not only by amateurs but also by professionals. When buying a ski helmet, it is worth trusting them, just as the best skiers from all over the world trusted them. By choosing one of the helmets available in the Sportano offer, you not only gain rigorously tested, safe equipment for yourself and your loved ones. At the same time, you receive a perfectly made helmet that will serve you flawlessly for many years.