Ski Helmet Maker Smith Files Lawsuit Against Competitor Anon In recent years ski helmets have seen a flurry of innovation that has helped prevent or decrease the severity of head injuries. One of the most notable advancements is introducing integrated rubber films that help spread out and dampen impacts to a rider’s head. Founded in 2010, one of the first companies to patent this technology, Koroyd, partners with various […] Industry News Andrew | July 20, 2021 0 Comments
Skier Who Fell 2,000-Feet Down Colorado 14er Says “My Helmet Saved My Life” The 37-year-old backcountry skier who was seriously injured after falling 2,000-vertical-feet in the Wilson Peak area outside Telluride, CO, on Tuesday told San Miguel County Sheriff deputies that “my helmet saved my life.” He also expressed his gratitude to rescuers and all involved in the mission. He was released yesterday afternoon from Montrose Memorial Hospital. The New Mexico man, and […] Backcountry SnowBrains | April 23, 2021 1 Comment
Backcountry Access Introduces BC Air Ski and Snowboard Helmets Backcountry Access recently introduced their new BC Air backcountry ski and snowboard helmet. If you’re like me, you do a lot of backcountry touring in terrain where you might want to be wearing your helmet on the way up while approaching your ski objective, as well as on the way down. I do a lot of Sierra spring and summer […] Gear Review Mike Bartholow | March 12, 2021 0 Comments
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