Finding the right helmet for your specific needs is crucial when it comes to comfort and safety. Read on to discover the tech behind the 3 key helmet construction methods.
A modern construction method that offers a lightweight feel with excellent ventilation. The tough plastic outer shell is moulded to an EPS liner for a low-profile look. In Mould helmets often feature better ventilation because of the thinner profile and combined shell and liner construction method.
Hybrid shells provide the best protection possible with a great balance of weight and durability thanks to the combination of both In Mould and ABS Hardshell construction. In Mould and Hardshell is strategically placed on different parts of the helmet to offer ultimate protection against impacts while providing excellent ventilation and maintaining a lightweight feel.
Finding the perfect fit for your helmet is about the most important thing to consider before you hit the slopes. If the fit is wrong then it may not perform properly in the event of an impact.
To find the correct size, simply wrap a fabric tape measure around your head, slightly above your eyebrows and above your ears. Measure your head circumference in centimetres. Don't have a tape measure? Use a piece of string and measure that against a ruler!
Once you have your size, pick a helmet based on the fitting guide and try it on. The helmet should be firm and snug on your head and the front of the helmet should be just above your eyebrows. Tighten the chin strap and try to gently roll the helmet.
Gently roll the helmet from side to side and forward to back. The helmet should stay in place and not drastically move around. If the skin on your forehead moves with the helmet, you've got a good fit.
KIDS - When buying a helmet for your kids, ensure that you're not buying one that's too big for them to 'grow into' as that won't offer the protection that the helmet is designed to provide. Plenty of kids' helmets now feature adjustable liners and fit systems so you should get a few trips out of the same lid!