The recent tragedy of actress Natasha Richardson stands as a shining example of the importance of women’s ski helmets. Unfortunately, her story had an unbelievably tragic end, but it serves as a reminder to women all over the world that they must take safety precautions before hitting the slopes to have a fun day of skiing. While we may never know, it is possible that wearing a simple ski helmet may have saved this wonderful woman’s life.
It does not take much force to cause a head injury, especially if someone is hit in just the wrong spot. This is what often happens when someone bumps their head and later dies. The bump often seems like a non-event, but hours later can develop into a crisis. People can have bleeding in their brain and not even know it, which is what happened in the case of Richardson.
There are some safety tips that women must consider before buying a ski helmet:
When looking at used helmets, it is imperative that you take some time to research whether there have been any recall notices about the helmet in the past. Many times a person will sell an old ski helmet online without realizing that it was the subject of a recall, so you must do your due diligence. Make sure that the outside of your helmet is made from polycarbonate material which is very strong and sturdy. Try on the helmet if at all possible. It needs to feel lightweight (to avoid straining your neck) and comfortable. You will be wearing it for hours at a time, so comfort is an important factor. Know what the venting system of the helmet is. This will tell you how cool or warm your head will feel, and will give you an idea whether the helmet will help you maintain your body temperature while you are out in the frigid temperatures. There are fashionable helmets available that appear to be just a regular snow hat, but underneath feature a full ski helmet. For those who are fashion conscious, this is a great option to have! Look for helmets that have been designed specifically for women. There are some helmets that have fur built in the inside, so this may be an option for you if you are more cold natured. Some helmets feature visors built in that will help shield your eyes from direct sunlight as well as keep you from being temporarily blinded by too much reflection from the sun.
As you can see, there are all kinds of options when it comes to women’s ski helmets. There is no reason to choose the very first one that you find, but do spend some time researching different brands, prices and features. In the end, your safety is very important so it pays to take a little extra time to make sure that you are protecting your most important feature – your brain.
By: Gary Rogers
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When skiing, one of the most important pieces of equipment you can invest in is a ski helmet. Many serious head injuries have occurred from falls on a ski hill when not wearing a ski helmet.
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