Should Helmets Be Mandatory at Ski Resorts? It wasn’t very long ago that ski helmets were more of an obscurity then the norm like they are today. Though ski helmets were initially invented in the 1950s with the use of technology from World War II, they didn’t really began to see wide spread use until the early to mid 2000’s. A study from ScholarBlogs found that in the […] Industry News Joseph Kaufmann | July 10, 2025 2 Comments
Skier Without Helmet Dies at The Highlands at Harbor Springs Resort, MI A skier died on Friday evening, February 23, at The Highlands at Harbor Springs Resort, Michigan, following an accident in expert terrain. At about 8:42 p.m., ski patrol received a call to assist an injured skier. Upon arrival, they found a male skier with a severe head injury. Ski patrol administered first aid and CPR and the man was taken […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 28, 2024 0 Comments
[GEAR REVIEW] Finding the Right Fit in SCOTT’s Flow Pro Mips Helmet It wasn’t a bluebird sky day on the mountain, but my soft blue SCOTT Flow Pro Mips helmet brought all the comfort and color while I enjoyed elusively good early-season conditions here on the East Coast. I must reveal a secret about myself in order to accurately describe how much I liked the Flow Pro Mips helmet. My head is […] Gear Lindsay Hayden | February 17, 2024 0 Comments
Pro Surfer Kai Lenny Saved by Surf Helmet Extreme sports are defined by high speeds and/or high risk and usually are done outside of mainstream sports. Surfing may not be considered extreme by some but that depends on what and where you surf. When you’re surfing at Banzai Pipeline on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii, you get a sport with high risk due to the shallow, volcanic […] Samantha Gates | January 18, 2024 0 Comments
POC and Marco Odermatt Unveil Future Partnership With Signature Goggle Ahead of the new World Cup season starting in Sölden, Austria, POC and Marco Odermatt are proud to announce their continued partnership with a new long-term agreement. The new four-year partnership is celebrated with a limited-edition signature series goggle, designed exclusively by Marco and POC, and which will be used for the first time in Sölden. Related: Looking to Upgrade […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 20, 2022 0 Comments
GIVEAWAY: Enter to Win Brand-New Giro Gear: Men and Women’s Helmet + Goggles View this post on Instagram A post shared by SnowBrains (@snowbrains) GIVE AWAY: In partnership with Giro we are giving away one men’s giveaway with the Grid helmet and the Contour goggle along with one women’s giveaway with the Terra helmet and the Contour RS goggle. Entering is easy: 1. Like this post on Instagram 2. Make sure […] Offer SnowBrains | December 23, 2021 1 Comment
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 Lucas Gauthier | 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 Mike Bartholow | March 12, 2021 0 Comments
“Love Your Brain,” Says Kevin Pearce a Decade After His Near-Death Experience [arve url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1hxtjlbTHI&feature=emb_logo"] Alex Camerino | July 17, 2020 Likes Tweets 0 Comments
Ears Pricked; UNIT 1 Brings the Noise “You’ve really got to check these guys out,” the mountain marketing manager points excitedly to promotional signage arrayed around the base area. “Unit 1 has taken the helmet to a whole new level.” I read the demo day signs with respectful interest while in truth I’m thinking, I’m the classic skier with a loud beanie, outdated iPod, and earbuds–but that […] Gear Paulie | January 13, 2020 0 Comments
Young Children Are More Likely to Experience Ski Related Head Injuries Most parents who are avid skiers or snowboarders want their children to partake in the sport as well. It is a great way to keep kids active and introduce them to a sport they will love for the rest of their lives. However, the risks involved with winter sports, especially for young children, should be taken into consideration. Injuries, whether […] Industry News Taliana Potts | November 22, 2019 0 Comments
Looking to Upgrade Your Gear: POC Obex SPIN – A 2018/19 Ski Helmet Review For some, choosing a ski helmet is easy. What’s to decide right, if it fits and you like the color… you take it home with you. Me, not so much. I don’t just want a helmet because they keep your head warm, and protect you from tree branches or falls. I want to know that it has features with real […] Gear Guest Author | July 12, 2019 0 Comments
This New Beanie Is Actually A Helmet Students at the University of Queensland in Australia have designed the future of helmets. Rob Joseph, a biomedical engineer, and Brodie Robinson, a product engineer have just designed the A1 helmet. Except, it’s not really a helmet. it’s more of a beanie. The A1 is basically a beanie comprised of several different layers that all serve a purpose. The inner layer […] Gear Jason Ringenberg | December 14, 2018 0 Comments
Do We Need Another ‘Smart’ Device in Our Lives? | Swagtron Releases ‘Smart Helmet’ Swagtron, a leader in electric rideables, has just released its Snowtide ‘smart’ ski and snowboard helmet. One of the only snow helmets on the market to offer a full suite of smart connectivity, the Snowtide integrates class-leading safety and features with immersive sound and advanced two-way communications. You might also like: Your Helmet Buyer’s Guide for the 2018/19 Ski Season The […] Gear Steven Agar | October 26, 2018 1 Comment
Your Helmet Buyer’s Guide for the 2018/19 Ski Season A helmet can be the most essential piece of ski gear you purchase this winter. It’s important to know the latest technology and what you need to make sure your head is safe, warm and comfortable. Here’s some information on things to look for when purchasing a helmet: Some helmets have a strong outer shell, made from mouldable plastic, called […] Gear Kristen Strom | September 28, 2018 0 Comments
North American Resort Operator Introduces New Policy that all Mountain Workers Must Wear a Helmet Michigan based Boyne Resorts, who operate nine resorts across the U.S. and Canada, now require all employees working on the mountain to wear a safety helmet. The new policy follows the death, in March, of Alexander Witt, who wasn’t wearing a helmet whilst working on a steep trail at Sugarloaf, ME. The resort was fined $11,400 by the Occupational Safety […] Industry News Steven Agar | November 13, 2017 3 Comments
17-Year-Old Skier Walks Into Medical Clinic With “Knife-Shaped” Rock Punctured & Embedded in His Helmet A 17-year-old boy was skiing powder at The Remarkables ski resort in New Zealand last week when he crashed headfirst into some rocks. One rock punctured his helmet and stayed embedded in his helmet. He walked into the ski patrol shack with this rock sticking out of his helmet and scared the crap out of the staff there. It’s believed […] Industry News CrashBrains | July 17, 2017 0 Comments
Doctors Says Xavier De Le Rue’s Head Impact Would Have Been Fatal Without Helmet Professional big mountain snowboarder Xavier de le Rue hit his head on a rock last week. His doctor thinks the impact would have killed him had he not had a helmet on. Ride with a helmet, people. “Today I was lucky, riding really mellow powder I hit a rock and then hit more rocks really hard with my head and […] SnowBrains | March 6, 2017 2 Comments
UNIT 1’s SOUNDSHIELD | Keeping You Safe While Revolutionizing Your Action Sports Audio Experience this article is sponsored by UNIT 1 You probably love riding while listening to music. We all do. But for most of us, it is hard to deal with a fiddly interface (or no interface at all) to control it. Especially when it’s below zero, we are wearing our warmest mittens, and we have to open our jacket to pause the music or take a call. Luckily, a team of riders and […] Matias Ricci | February 24, 2017 2 Comments
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