Ski Helmets

Skiing, snowboarding and sledding are winter sports that require suitable equipment to practice them safely. Among the accessories, the ski helmet and the snowboard helmet is definitely the essential one. With high speeds on skis and lots of skiers sharing the same track, collisions can quickly happen, and the head is the first to take a hit. Today, the vast majority of kids wear a ski helmet, but the same cannot be said of adults. However, all health and sports professionals strongly recommend wearing a ski helmet to protect the head in the event of a fall.

Here at Decathlon, we offer a wide range of helmets: adult ski helmet, kid’s ski helmet, baby ski helmet and snowboard helmet. As you can’t put a price on head comfort, we strongly recommend that you come and try your ski helmet in store before buying. There are several sizes of ski helmet and snowboard helmet, but each of our helmets has a tightening wheel at the back to adjust it as close as possible to the skier's head. To get your helmet size, you just need to measure your head circumference. Prices vary from one ski helmet to another, but all will protect your head in the same way in the event of a fall. A ski helmet will be more expensive if it’s equipped, for example, with a ventilation system, or if it has a RECCO beacon for avalanche searches.

The role of a ski helmet is to protect skiers' heads in the event of a fall or collision. But for optimal safety, it’s also advisable to protect your eyes, especially in the mountains, where the light linked to the reflection of the sun on the snow is particularly aggressive. You then have 2 solutions: opt for the helmet/goggles combo, or opt for a visor helmet.

When choosing a ski helmet or snowboard helmet, you should always make sure you choose a model that fits your size. For this, you need to measure your head circumference before buying. To find out your helmet size, use a tape measure to measure your head circumference, passing well above the ears, eyebrows and the widest part of the skull at the back. The objective is to measure the largest circumference of the skull. At Wedze, we offer: 3 sizes of adult helmets: - S: 52-55cm, - M: 55-59cm, - L: 59-63cm. 3 sizes of children's helmets: - 2XS: 44-49cm, - XS: 48-52cm, - S: 53-56cm. To adjust your helmet, all our models are equipped with an adjustment system at the base of the neck. Note that the more your head is held and supported, the better the protection. To know if your helmet is the right size, the adjustment system should neither be fully tightened nor completely loosened so that you feel both comfortable and well supported.

If you practice snowboarding, freeride skiing (off-piste) or ski touring, it’s advisable to wear ski goggles, back protectors and protective shorts for the coccyx, shovel, probe, sun cream You’ll find what you need on our website to complete your outfit and enjoy your ski outings in safety.