Louis Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Oh well, I must admit, I've been snowboarding for 10 years + and never wore an helmet.. I think I don't need to push my luck any further, and I'd like to get one this year, especially that it became a standard for snowboard instructors.. got to show the kids the example ! Okay now, I'm sure that you guys have good recommandation for me so I dont look like a clown ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexgforce Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 My Favorite helmets are Dainese and POC. Check out their websites: www.poc-ski.com www.dainese.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pebu Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I got a smith... Forget what model... It is comfortable though. Looks are a distant second to comfort. Make sure you get one that is comfortable, please, otherwise you will hate wearing it and you won't have it on when you need it. The only thing worse than not having a helmet and landing on your head is HAVING a helmet but not wearing it while you land on your head... For looks, being an instructor, if for jibbers you'll probably to get one of those skate-boarder looking helmets. Burton makes alot of those. If you're gonna be a carving instructor, it doesn't matter what the helmet looks like, cause you'll find people around here rarely care about how they look on the hill. (Besides technique of course.) I'd suggest going to multiple ski shops trying helmets on (cause from my experience, they'll only carry one or two brands). And I know how much people like to support their local ski shops, I like to as well, but check online, because it's hard to justify spending twice as much to support your local shop. Maybe it is, depends on price and stuff. Anyways, yeah, the jist of it is go for comfort most of all... Edit: I was going to add that I never thought I'd like a helmet. Then since I started hardbooting I figured I oughtta... A week later I used it... I probably would have been out for quite a while if I didn't have it. Man am I glad... Since then, I've used it a couple more times... Maybe I need to stop driving so hard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allee Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Most important to find one that fits you right. Giro and Red helmets fit me awesome, Smith fits OK, and everything else I've tried just feels weird. Try on as many as you can. I'm going with a Giro Talon, when I get my act together and order it. I wanted the Streif, which has carbon fibre and kevlar that you can see through the shell and looks uber-cool, but the Talon has vents and makes more sense for daily wearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncermak Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I've got a great smith that fits my oversized melon really well. you can also rip out all of the uinsulation, and it doubles as a skate helmet... But the most important thing is fit. Then style. I agree with Pebu, If you don't like it, you won't have it on when you need it. But if it doesn't fit right, a. it won't save you, and b. you'll be less likely to wear it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hans Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I like the (less) weight of my Sweet. Perfect fit with the extras that goes with the liner. You can even wash the liner. Before I had a Dainese helemet. But broke it when a skier went in my backside and when I landed on the back of my head, I threw the helmet with the garbage. Trooper fullcut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cail Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Those Giros are ski specific, we don't even carry those. I take it you are a snowboarder, then give the Omen a good look at. is there a specific difference between ski and snowboard helmets? aren't they protecting against the same thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allee Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Allee:Those Giros are ski specific, we don't even carry those. I take it you are a snowboarder, then give the Omen a good look at. Bola www.allboardssports.com 1-303-415-1600 Yep, I know, they're race helmets. That's why the Streif has no vents. I've tried the Streif on and it's a wonderful fit, so the Talon should be the same. I liked the Omen, it was really light and also fitted well, but the colours are so damn boring. Black, grey or white, woo hoo. Plus, having concussed myself twice with a helmet on ... the more bombproof, the better!! I have the same question as cail - as I don't wear my snowboard on my head, does it matter?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeW Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Grew up skateboarding, so I go with Pro-tec helmet -- snowboard version. it's comfty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfj04 Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Since look is the topic. What are some thoughts regarding full-face helmets? Perhaps a comment on the "look" of ones face post face-plant at speed may be of value? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncermak Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 personally, I fear the full face. let me give you an image: you're cruising at Mach Shnell and loose your edge. As you fall face first, your face desn't the snow, your helmet does. Then it grabs and tourques your neck. Personally I'd settle for a littel facial scarring over a broken neck; Of course, I'm not that good looking to begin with.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfj04 Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I don't like the "look" of neck torque. Actually, that is one issue I have been curious/concerned about. Anyone have experience with this issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Giro 9 I have a big dome, and this one doesn't make me look like a lollipop, like my old Boeri did. I'm like you, grew up without helmets, kinda don't really feel like I have to have one, but this helmet is so comfortable and light, there's no excuse not to wear it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex1230 Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I like the fullface. It makes the ladies think I'm mysterious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiveBomber Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I don't like the "look" of neck torque. Actually, that is one issue I have been curious/concerned about. Anyone have experience with this issue? Id like to see/hear concrete evidence on this, the helmet is going to give a little, nearly every other sport people wear a fullface. The helmet will not "dig in" it will bounce, so will your face if your not wearing one! My new helmets: and the one avatar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokkis Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 Giro 9, i already cracked one and thanks that i can now use another one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiveBomber Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 you could try these: they have a mouth gaurd you can add Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allee Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 That's the Talon. The red is pretty, but the matte titanium one is my fave. You're right in that they do have an optional chin bar, but I don't think I'll get it ... I have the same problem as Noah, I really worry about wrecking my neck. At least if I faceplant, I can be rebuilt better looking... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algunderfoot Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 I'll chime in with the big melon crown, as most helmuts make me look ready for space. I bought the new Smith 1/2 style last year, and am very happy with it. Comfort was important as was a removeable liner & ear flaps so I can rinse / wash as needed. Adjustable ventilation is also key as I heat up like a furnace. Also bring your goggles to be sure you get a seamless fit accross your forehead. Nothing looks as amuzing as a sun / wind / frost burned mud gap. Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carvedog Posted November 12, 2007 Report Share Posted November 12, 2007 That's the Talon. The red is pretty, but the matte titanium one is my fave. You're right in that they do have an optional chin bar, but I don't think I'll get it ... I have the same problem as Noah, I really worry about wrecking my neck. At least if I faceplant, I can be rebuilt better looking... Ditto on the matte Ti. That is what I have. Must be stealth. If they had it in radar absorbing, this helmet would indeed be perfect. Love mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Stevens Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Don't teach in a full face and if you do, make sure you wear your ipod for the full effect. For open face, I have a Bell Faction. Pads out and toque underneath. For real riding, I use a Troy Lee D2 full face. I'm not worried about neck torque. If that was a real possibilty, I think you'd see the MX'ers ditching them, but like snowboarding, the risk of other injuries you're far more likely to get, outweigh the one you probably won't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crucible Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I just ordered one of these: http://www.camp-usa.com/module/product/detail.asp?ID=262 It fits the applications that I need it for backcountry riding and racing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEJ Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I used to have the ten pound Jofa bowling ball model, but there wasn't much choice back then. After trying on about a thousand of them I found a Giro that felt great. I would not ride without one. That old Jofa is the only reason I didn't have to learn to feed myself again. I think the weight of helmets strains your neck a little more when you go down hard, but that beats the hell out of traumatic brain injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7stg Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I use the HJC AC-X3 and it fits well. The face protector is close to the face and I have had no trouble with it catching. It has a endent along the back that keeps the goggle strap in place. The liner & ear flaps are removeable so I can wash them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KrudKarver Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Since my head is jellybean-zeppelin shaped, I'm thinking about the 08 LSD model... I've heard they mold to your head after a couple of warm-ish days. No sharp edges to catch/dig in and the styling .....man, they're the #E$!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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