Why You Should Always Wear a Helmet

Regardless of the sport, safety is as simple as ABC - Always Be Careful! But when it comes to snow sports, your head is particularly important to protect. Most skiers and snowboarders are brought to the hospital for head injuries more often than for any other injury. While falling is the number one cause of head injuries in snowboarding and skiing, collisions with stationary objects can also cause serious injuries like skull fractures.

You might think that only swashbucklers are at risk, but that’s not the case. Here are our top two reasons why you should always wear a ski helmet on slopes!

Minimize the Risk of Injury

Research shows that helmets reduce the risk of head injuries by up to 35% when you ski or snowboard. A helmet protects your head from serious injury in case of a collision with another skier or snowboarder or any stationary object. The snow may look soft and fluffy - however, on the slopes it’s often hard.

It is a generally accepted view that one should always put safety first for any kind of sport. This is the reason we wear helmets when riding a motorcycle, bicycle or skateboard. The rule is no different when it comes to skiing and snowboarding. So, when you are all set in your gear to ski or snowboard, put on your crown and begin your dance through the mountains with an extra boost of confidence - knowing you’re protected.

Warm Your Head

It is true that wearing a helmet is an essential part of your snowboarding safety gear, but that’s not its only use. A helmet is warmer than your usual hat, especially if it has ear flaps. It will keep your head from freezing on slopes and it will also prevent you from having an exercise headache due to strenuous activity. You can also find helmets with venting systems to keep your head from getting too warm.

If you are skiing or snowboarding at Lake Tahoe, stop by and see us - we have plenty of helmets to rent or buy!

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