The best ski helmets 2022: top models for a safe descent

Created: 01/10/2022Updated: 01/10/2022, 2:56 PM

For many, skiing in imperial weather is the highest of emotions.

With a ski helmet you also ensure safety.

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Thousands of skiers cavort on the slopes in winter.

Serious falls are not excluded.

If you wear a ski helmet, you can prevent worse things from happening.

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What a beach vacation is in summer, a skiing vacation is in winter.

Thousands of winter vacationers cavort on the slopes in southern Germany and neighboring countries.

It's not just skiing and snowboarding that are popular, tobogganing with wooden sleds * is also very popular.

The following applies to everyone: safety first!

Serious accidents with dire consequences occur time and again, especially on the ski slopes.

Not only beginners fall, it is often also advanced riders who fall at high speed.

Worse can be prevented with a ski helmet.

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Here you can find out what you need to consider when buying a ski helmet.

Ski helmet compulsory: In which countries is helmet compulsory?

While wearing a ski helmet is only compulsory in this country, helmets are compulsory in some European countries.

Here is an overview:

• Austria:

  In our neighboring country, helmets are generally compulsory for children up to 15 years of age.

  However, the implementation is left to the federal states.

  In the regions of Salzburg, Upper and Lower Austria, Styria, Carinthia, Burgenland and Vienna, helmets are compulsory when tobogganing and skiing.

  However, there are no controls or penalties.

• Italy:

  Here, helmets are compulsory for children up to 18 years of age.

  This duty is also checked by the police on the slopes.

  Those who are out and about without a helmet face a fine of up to 200 euros and the withdrawal of their ski pass.

• Slovenia & Croatia:

  Even in south-eastern European ski areas, ski helmets are mandatory for children up to 14 years of age.

  Anyone caught in Slovenia without a helmet may have to dig deep into their pockets.

  Three-digit fines are possible.

• Poland:

  In our Eastern European neighboring country, helmets are compulsory up to the age of 16.

  As in Italy, there is also a high penalty in Poland and the withdrawal of the ski pass.

  The controls are carried out far more frequently than in other countries.

• Slovakia:

  Here, helmets are compulsory for children up to 15 years of age.

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The best ski helmets 2022: what to look out for when buying

• Helmet shape:

  Helmets hardly differ in shape and look.

  All have the typical half-shell shape.

  However, there are differences in the facial area.

  Some models have an integrated visor, which is particularly suitable for people who wear glasses.

• Material:

  Ski helmets should of course be made of light but stable materials.

  The weight influences the comfort, the materials ensure safety and prevent serious head injuries.

• Ventilation:

  Every ski helmet has a ventilation system.

  Most systems are individually adjustable and ensure a constant flow of air.

• MIPS

  stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System.

  Specialists have developed this system so that the brain is better protected in the event of an oblique impact.

• Closure:

  Most ski helmets have a click system.

  However, some models also have a BOA system.

  The fit can be individually and quickly adjusted using a rotary knob.

• Features:

  Many top models also have integrated ear pads.

  In addition, the inner lining can be removed and washed.

  Another useful extra is the integrated ski goggle holder.

The best ski helmets 2022: Smith Vantage MIPS

Smith Vantage MIPS ski helmet © Amazon product image

Smith Vantage MIPS: now from 93.90 euros!

The best ski helmets 2022: Oakley Mod5 MIPS

Oakley Mod5 MIPS ski helmet © Amazon product image

Oakley Mod5 MIPS: now from 127.04 euros!

The best ski helmets 2022: ALPINA Grap 2.0

ALPINA Grap 2.0 ski helmet © Amazon product picture

ALPINA Grap 2.0: now from 64 euros!

The best ski helmets 2022: Uvex P1us

Uvex P1us ski helmet © Amazon product picture

Uvex P1us: now from 49.43 euros!

The best ski helmets 2022: Black Crevice Gstaad with visor

Black Crevice ski helmet Gstaad with visor © Amazon product picture

Black Crevice Gstaad: now from 94.25 euros!

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