In need of Helmet advice

[deadheadskier]

Prior to the end of the season, I want to take the plunge and join the ranks of helmet wearers. I know that it really is stupid to not wear one. This said, I know nothing about them. Obviously I'd never purchase a helmet without trying one on first.

I'm just curious about people's opinions on helmets.


What brand(s) are the most reputable?


A big concern of mine is that the helmet affects my hearing as little as possible. I had a pretty severe accident while young, ever since this incident, being able to hear skiers around me is very important. Are some better designed for this than others?


What is a 'good' price for a helmet from said brand?


Do you know of any online sites that offer great prices to order from once I find one that fits properly?

[andyzee]

I've had a couple of Giro Fuse already, good fit and very comfortable. The one thing I like about it besides the fit and one thing to take into consideration is the vents. In this case, it's very easy to open or close them, there's a little lever on top that you just slide back and forth. With some, it's not as easy.

[deadheadskier]

Question why you've had a couple already. Was the first not all that comfortable or lack features you desired? Did you crack it getting in a wreck? Or perhaps you had to dispose of it due to intolerable head stink, .

What was the price you paid?

[andyzee]

Originally Posted by deadheadskier

Question why you've had a couple already. Was the first not all that comfortable or lack features you desired? Did you crack it getting in a wreck? Or perhaps you had to dispose of it due to intolerable head stink, .

What was the price you paid?

Crash, good thing I had a helmet on. Got knocked out, but at least I didn't crack my skull:

[deadheadskier]

I'm sure you were happy that the helmet protected your skull. Did you think your crash was severe enough to warrant the helmet becoming trash in need of replacement?

[twinplanx]

[quote=andyzee;234472]Crash, good thing I had a helmet on. Got knocked out, but at least I didn't crack my skull:

Ya me too. When ya get knocked out while wearing a helmet that must be some indication that it's time is up. Sorry no pics

[SKIQUATTRO]

I have the Giro9, great lid, light weight, 3 setting vent system, soft ears so it wont affect your hearing....about $130 ish

[skibum9995]

I currently use a POC Skull that I got for christmas and love it. By far the most comfortable out of the 4 helmets that I have had.

[andyzee]

Originally Posted by deadheadskier

I'm sure you were happy that the helmet protected your skull. Did you think your crash was severe enough to warrant the helmet becoming trash in need of replacement?

At first I didn't. A week later Iooked at the helmet and noticed the cracks. I think the helmet cost me like $120 on sale. I was a no brainer.

[Hawkshot99]

I own my third Giro G10.

I am on my 3rd because i fall hard a lot! It is a little insurance that it will still be good when I need it. Also I can sell the year old one and get a new one, for around $10-$15

The G10 has very good venting, and is controllable by a switch like Andy's Fuse, but they are different head shapes. My current one is the MX model, and has a visor on it. The main reason I like it is that when bashing through the woods I just lower my head when there are branches, and it protects my face. I can hear very good with the soft ear pads.

I also own a Giro Talon for racing.

It provides more protection and is race legal(I was going to be racing in college).
It is not nearly as comfortable as my G10, and I can not hear as well. I would only recommend a full helmet if you are racing.