Ears Pricked; UNIT 1 Brings the Noise โYouโve really got to check these guys out,โ the mountain marketing manager points excitedly to promotional signage arrayed around the base area. โUnit 1 has taken the helmet to a whole new level.โ I read the demo day signs with respectful interest while in truth Iโm thinking, Iโm the classic skier with a loud beanie, outdated iPod, and earbuds–but that […] Gear Review Paulie | January 13, 2020 0 Comments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. Whatโs to decide right, if it fits and you like the colorโฆ you take it home with you. Me, not so much. I donโt 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 Review 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.ย The inner layer […] Gear Review 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 โsmartโ 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:ย Your Helmet Buyerโs Guide for the 2018/19 Ski Season The […] Gear Review 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 Review 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 wasnโt 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. ย 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