Besides adding comfort and boosting performance on the slopes, helmets provide an all-important safety element. Here are the basics to help you choose the styles best suited to your activity and the prevailing weather conditions. Always go to a reputable snowboard shop to be properly fitted for your helmet.
Most helmets designed for winter sport use are appropriate for both skiing and snowboarding whether it's recreational or competitive participation--as well as the terrain and your own personal preference should determine the snowboard helmet that best suits your needs. Make sure you get one that is comfy so that you keep it on your head. It doesn't do any good in the car!!!!!
Ventilation
If you plan to snowboard in warm spring conditions or in temperate locales, or if you tend to work up a sweat, consider a helmet with good ventilation that will provide airflow and thus add to your overall comfort. Non-ventilated snowboard helmets restrict airflow and are generally preferable for wet, snowy, or extremely cold conditions
Shells
Most snowboard helmets have a UV stabilized polycarbonate shell that provides high strength and light weight. The helmet interior is usually made of expanded, double-density polystyrene (18mm) with additional lining for comfort and protection www.getvertical.ca
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