kamran Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 My friend asked me, why can't you use a motorcycle helmet instead of a ski/snowboard helmet? I told him something about the difference in weight and probably visual field difference. But I'm not sure,..so why can't we? thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Gendzwill Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 Weight would definitely be a problem. Venting is another. I also speculate that the plastics used in bike helmets might not be tested to temperatures much below freezing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarvCanada Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 are you talking about motocross helmets? liket his one? http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/item.aspx?style=11682&department=201&division=2# This type of helmet people use in motocross, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and boardercross. They are slightly heavier, and your field of vision isn't very limited. If you like the style then get one. They are very hot on spring days with lots of sun, but in mid-winter, it's just right and your neck-warmer doesn't freeze over like it usually does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsider Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 does anyone know an online store that sells the Giro full face helmit. I am looking for a full face that has a lower profile face guard than that of the majority of MX helmits i have seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Donnelly Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 try www.skihelmets.com - notice the photo of a carver on the home page another site is www.snowshack.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 You could use a motorcycle helmet, but it's overkill. Motorcycle helmets are getting lighter and lighter (the expensive ones anyway), but they're more than what you need on the slopes, and are still much heavier than good ski helmets. Contrary to popular cruiser-biker myth, there is no sacrifice of field of vision with any full face Snell approved motorcycle helmet. I can vouch for the Giro Nine.9 (seen here). It's very light, comfortable, and has great variable ventilation. I feel no different wearing that helmet than wearing a regular knit ski hat. I came from a Boeri Myto which was big and clunky. I didn't like it very much and therefore didn't wear it that much. I was also previously reluctant to wear any helmet at all. I grew up without helmets, so I didn't really feel the need. But I have no qualms about wearing this Giro every day I ride. (Well, except for those 60 degree t-shirt spring days of course) It's just as comfortable as any other hat I would wear, so why not wear it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted September 8, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 thanks everybody for the wise comments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Randy S. Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 I wouldn't wear one of my motorcycle helmets riding (why is it that all the sports I like require helmets - must say something about my adrenaline addiction). They are too heavy and not vented enough. Despite the fact that I wear a motorcycle helmet in 100 degree heat, it would be way too hot on the slopes. My first ski helmet was unvented. It was like wearing an igloo cooler on your head. I sweat so much that after one season I needed a new helmet. Now I only wear light, well-vented helmets. If its really cold, I'll put the ear flaps on. I do own a Giro full-face helmet for racing, but rarely wear it. Even with its vents, I find it too hot. Visibility is fine and if you get cold easily, its probably a good selection for you. I think its a model called Fuse SC. What I'd really like is the Giro full-face bike helmet they make (full bicycle venting). Unfortunately they only make it in size s/m or m/l and I'm an XL no matter what. BX riders really like full-face helmets. Also if you expect to be extreme carving, I'd think it'd be nice to have. I've scraped my cheek on the snow and its not a pleasant experience. BTW Choob, do you know about TahoeCarvers? Its a group of carvers from the Bay Area. Come hook up with us if you haven't already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted September 8, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 Randy! I know tahoecarvers and we have been on a trip together. You know me as Kamran ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted September 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 Does anyone know this "RED" helmets (attached pic.)? They say it's a subdivision of Burton. Anyone tried this helmet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsider Posted September 12, 2004 Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 if that is a picture from ebay (i assume it is) than i would not recomend buying the helmit. I have used a RED helmit for several seasons and it served its purpose well until i had fallen on it a few times. If you wanna gor for a red helmit, go for it, but i wouldnt buy any helmit used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gecko Posted September 13, 2004 Report Share Posted September 13, 2004 Originally posted by chooblaykhan thanks everybody for the wise comments. If you are set on full face look at BMX helmets...they are light and have good visiblity...Prymes are good and there are others...I prefer an open face but may pick up a full in the next year or so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted September 13, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2004 The helmet on that picture is indeed on ebay. But it's brand new in box. I'm gonna check the BMX ones,...thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted September 13, 2004 Report Share Posted September 13, 2004 is a sub-company of Burton's. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a RED helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnpig Posted September 14, 2004 Report Share Posted September 14, 2004 I was wondering if there was a possibility of a neck injury with the rigid extended chin guard. I saw some skiers using an flexable tighter, to the face type of chin guard that mounted like some BMX helmets. I'm in the market for a full face also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted September 14, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2004 "I was wondering if there was a possibility of a neck injury with the rigid extended chin guard". I'm in medical profession and I can't see how the chin guard can cause neck injury. One thing I know for sure is that once I am willing to carry a helmet along with the con's of its weight and everything else, I rather protect my jaws and teeth with the rest of my head! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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