Here at Ski and Board Online, we have a great selection of Giro kids ski helmets to meet every child’s personality enabling you to make safety a priority when at the snow.
A snow helmet for skiing and snowboarding is one of the most important items you can purchase for yourself and as a parent to keep your children safe when on the mountain. We often forget about getting ourselves the best quality helmet we can afford to protect ourselves while at the snow too.
Important Information:
The Australian Ski Area Association (ASAA) has recently reviewed and updated its guidance on helmet’s use in alpine and snows sport environments and recommends the wearing of helmets by Australian Skiers and Snowboarders. The ASAA recognizes that a helmet may make a difference in reducing or preventing injury. It's important to note that helmets are most effective at providing protection at speeds of 20kmph or slower. Helmets are now compulsory for all children participating in any Ski and Snowboard school lesson or seasonal program. Children not wearing an accredited helmet will not be able to participate in skiing or snowboarding lessons, race training or coaching.
Getting The Right Ski Helmet :
Ski and Snowboard helmets are specifically designed for skiing and snowboarding usage. Wearing another sports helmet, such as a bicycle helmet will not provide you with adequate protection at the snow. This includes safety and comfort considerations. One of the most important considerations when purchasing a helmet is the fit. A properly fitted helmet will be comfortable with no pressure points, and it’s best to try on with your goggles, because if there’s a gap on your forehead between eyebrows and hairline this exposure will get wet, cold and give you the worst kind of ice cream headache. Its important the goggles work together with the helmet, providing you with the correct amount of airflow for your goggles and your helmet.
How Does Ski Helmet Sizing Work?
Ski helmet sizing is measured similarly to your bike’s. Measure a tape or string around the circumference of your head and this will give you a centimetre measurement. Brands measure differently and have different adjustments on the helmet however a general guide goes like this:
Small Kids XS – S
Bigger Kids S – M
Teens S – M – L
Adults S – M – L
Most Women S – M
Most Men M – L
Men with big heads L – XL
Most kids heads are mostly grown by the time they are 9 years old, so don’t worry about them growing out of it as usually, they last a few years.
Can I Rent a Ski Helmet On The Mountain?
Some resorts rent snow helmets to those who don’t have one and want to have a lesson. This is certainly a budget option to consider however you should also know that linings are not removable and cannot be washed. Certainly renting one is a much better idea than going without.
What about a cheap helmet from a discount store?
As safety is paramount for your kids at the snow, we would not recommend budgeting for a discount store or a second hand one. Once majorly impacted, helmets should be replaced immediately as the structure and safety have been compromised. The risk is up to you.
Helmet quality and safety can be compromised by helmet age, how and where it has been stored, how many major impacts it has had, how it has been treated and travelled. Always protect your helmet when in storage and travelling as major impacts warrant a new helmet.
Giro Ski Helmet Technology
As a leader in the industry, Giro Snow have all the bells and whistles in their helmets to keep you comfortable and protected. Read our article for all the information you'll need to explain the latest and greatest Giro helmet tech and information.
When Should I Replace My Ski Helmet
We get it, helmets are expensive and your good old trusty ski helmet still feels and looks ok. But let us tell you, it's not. Internal helmet protections degrade over time, and helmets should be replaced after every major crash or impact because this has compromised the oversall structure and safety of the helmet system.
This can occur while skiing and snowboarding as well as in transit, travelling and when storage.
Always travel with your helmet in it's own protective case or padding to ensure they're not damaged or compromised while en route. The price of a new helmet is far outweighed by the protection it gives during a major head injury on the slopes!
