Ski & Snowboard Helmets – Page 2 – Heads Don’t Bounce

With winter fast approaching, now is the perfect time to buy a new ski or snowboard helmet before the season’s rush pushes prices up. Having a quick look at what’s available shows that there are some great bargains right now. In this article we’ll be looking specifically at ski/snowboard helmets with an attached visor. There is a good reason for buying a ski helmet with visor attached, which I will come to in a moment. Image courtesy pexels.com As an Avantlink and Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Disclosure Statement. First and foremost, it is worth noting that there is no difference between a ski helmet and a snowboard helmet. They are both covered by ASTM F2040 in the US, and EN-1077 in Europe (see ‘Are ski helmets Safety Certified?’). Whether you're looking for a snowboard helmet with visor or a ski helmet with visor, you're in the right place! ...there are no laws in the United States requiring skiers or snowboarders to wear helmets . . . . . . ASTM F2040 is a voluntary, self-certifying standardhttps://www.helmetfacts.com/standards/astm-f2040/ Snowmobile helmets are not covered by ASTM F2040, but that’s a story for another day. Top ↑ Ski Helmet with Visor Comparison Table On Mobile Devices, drag Table left to see more, if necessary. Bollé Might Visor Uvex Helmet 400 SINNER Titan Visor Salomon Driver S Giro Essence MIPS Size52 to 62 cm Size53 to 61 cm Size53 to 62 cm Size53 to 62 cm Size52 to 59 cm Injected ABSShell In-Mold PCShell In-Mold PCShell Injected ABSShell In-Mold PC Shell Click-To-Fit™ IAS fit system Rear Dial Custom Dial fit Form Fit VLT Cat 1 - 2 VLT Cat 2 VLT Cat 1 - 3 VLT Cat 2 VLT Cat 1 & 3 ? PrescriptionGlassesFriendly PrescriptionGlassesFriendly PrescriptionGlassesFriendly PrescriptionGlassesFriendly EN-1077 & EN-174 EN-1077 & EN-174 EN-1077 & EN-174 EN-1077 & EN-174 EN-1077 Unisex Unisex Unisex Unisex Women's 590g 600g+ ? 620g+ ? JUMP TO : Ski Helmet with Visor Comparison Table Why Buy A Ski Helmet With Visor? The Best Ski Helmets With Visors +++1. Bollé Might Visor Ski Helmet +++2. Uvex Helmet 400 Visor Style +++3. SINNER Titan Visor Ski & Snowboard Helmet +++4. Salomon Driver S Ski Helmet +++5. Giro Essence MIPS Women's Snow Helmet What should I look for when buying a visor helmet? +Visible Light Transmission +Safety Certification For Goggles and Faceshields +Correct Size Is Everything Frequently Asked Questions Top ↑ Why Buy A Ski Helmet With Visor? When you look around the snowfields, you’ll see many others just like you who are wearing a ski/snowboard helmet. You will also see some people that don’t bother with a helmet, but all of them are wearing ‘eye protection’. Interesting, yes? They wear eye protection, sunglasses, goggles or a ski helmet with visor because of the glare from the snow. Even when it is snowing, or the sky is overcast the brightness of the snow can damage your eyes. Skiers who wear a helmet with visor will never have to worry about losing or misplacing their goggles or sunglasses because the visor is part of the helmet. Another good reason for buying a helmet with visor is that it is a lot more convenient to simply flip up or down the visor than trying to remember what you did with your sunglasses. Not only that but you will always know where your visor is, even when your helmet is packed away for the summer. Top ↑ The Best Ski Helmets With Visors 1. Bollé Might Visor Ski Helmet Bollé was founded in Oyonnax France in 1888, yes you read that right, 1888, over 130 years ago. Bollé had been a leader in the manufacture of sunglasses, safety glasses, and goggles before entering the ski helmet market in 2007. Not being content to follow existing technologies, Bollé has been innovative in exploring creative options to satisfy not only weekend skiers but competitive professionals as well. The Bollé Might Visor ski helmet is available on Amazon. The Bollé Might Visor ski helmet includes those technologies to make the Might Visor the robust helmet that you would expect. Starting with the ultra-resistant ‘injected ABS’ shell with EPS foam lining for extra safety. The integrated ventilation will keep your head cool while you're sweating it out on the slopes. Achieve a personalized fit using Bollé’s Click-To-Fit™ system with its rubberized adjustable dial which you can fine-tune even with your gloves on. Soft and comfortable ear pads to keep your ears warm while still allowing you to hear are removable for washing or replacement. For additional comfort, the visor has a foam lining along the base of the visor giving a more comfortable seal against the face, as well as a padded chin strap to reduce chafing. The Bollé Might Visor ski helmet comes with an adaptive cat 1-2 photochromic visor. This Bollé ski helmet with visor comes in 3 sizes ranging from 52cm to 62cm. Prices for this unisex helmet range from around USD150 to USD220 dependent on size and color chosen. Complies with European Standards EN-1077 (helmet) and EN-174 (visor). The Bollé Might Visor ski helmet will have heads turning as you enjoy your day's skiing or snowboarding. BUY THE BOLLÉ MIGHT HELMETNOW ON AMAZON Amazon United States Amazon United Kingdom RECOMMENDED: BOLLÉ helmet size chart.IMPORTANT: How to Know Your Helmet Size Top ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewpCzY2RPWU Courtesy SNOW Magazine on Youtube. 2. Uvex Helmet 400 Visor Style ‘Ultra Violet Excluded’ was abbreviated to Uvex to begin the brand name in 1964, thirty eight years after the original optical company was founded in Fürth, Bavaria in Germany. Nowadays, known internationally for quality optics, goggles, and helmets, Uvex has won many innovation awards including "Brand of the Century" in 2010 for their ski goggles. It’s little wonder that Uvex products are the choice of Winter Olympics champions. The Uvex Helmet 400 Visor Style helmet is available on Amazon. Utilizing in-mold technology the polycarbonate shell and the EPS foam inner layer are inseparably bonded to create a lightweight helmet with high impact resistance. With the Uvex IAS system, you can adjust the helmet width to the shape of your head, whether that be round, oval, or any other shape. On the inside, the lining is completely removable and washable. Now combine the IAS system with the Uvex FAS (Fast Adapting System), the webbing can be easily customized to your exact head shape for the ultimate fit. The chin straps then will always be in the perfect position for your head shape and size, with the monomatic comfort lock which can be opened and closed with one hand well within reach. On warm days, adjustable vents at the front of the helmet allow for cool air to enter, while warm air is channeled to the exhaust ports at the rear to escape and your head stays cool. The front vents can be closed when the temperature drops. The front of the helmet sports the very trendy Uvex litemirror visor to protect your eyes from infrared rays all the while allowing plenty of room for your prescription spectacles. The Uvex supravision® anti-fog coating ensures clear vision at all times for your totally replaceable lenses. The Uvex ski helmet with visor can be worn with prescription glasses and comes with one Cat 2 lens and is available in 2 sizes ranging from 53cm to 61cm. Prices for this unisex helmet are in the vicinity of USD200. Complies with European Standards EN-1077 (helmet) and EN-174 (visor). The Uvex Helmet 400 Visor Style helmet combines safety, comfort, and style making it a real eye-catcher on the slopes. BUY THE UVEX HELMET 400NOW ON AMAZON Amazon United States Amazon United Kingdom RECOMMENDED: UVEX helmet size chart.IMPORTANT: How to Know Your Helmet Size Top ↑ Review & Specificaties UVEX hlmt 400 Visor | Wintersport Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oN7nztywy8 Courtesy Wintersport Live on Youtube. 3. SINNER Titan Visor Ski & Snowboard Helmet This Dutch company started in 1996 following their dream and drawing inspiration from their travels around the world. From humble roots in Amsterdam, SINNER has grown into an international lifestyle and sports brand and can be found in more than 3000 stores worldwide. The SINNER Titan Visor Ski & Snowboard helmet is available on Amazon UK. The Titan Visor Ski & Snowboard helmet is ideal for freeride skiers and snowboarders due to its light weight. Constructed with In-Mold technology, the polycarbonate shell with EPS liner contains an under chin quick-release buckle. The soft fleece inner padding provides comfort and warmth when needed and is removable and washable. When it gets too warm, the adjustable vents located at the front of the helmet can be opened to allow cooler air to flow through to the rear exhaust vents for optimal air circulation. With 5 sizes ranging from 53cm to 62cm, you can use the adjustable dial at the rear of the helmet to further personalize the fit to suit your head size. The visor is prescription glasses friendly and features a TRANS+® photochromic lens, from Cat 1 to Cat 3 with 100% UV protection, anti-fog treatment and soft foam around the nose of the lens. Prices for this unisex helmet range from USD120 - USD210 dependent on size and color chosen. Complies with European Standards EN-1077 (helmet) and EN-174 (visor). The SINNER Titan Visor Ski & Snowboard helmet looks great on the slopes, and the brand name may even be a great conversation starter. BUY THE SINNER TITANNOW ON AMAZON Amazon United Kingdom Amazon Canada IMPORTANT: How to Know Your Helmet Size Top ↑ SINNER lens technology photochromic TRANS+ (The lens, not the frames). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCDYjX8Y7ac Courtesy SINNER on Youtube. 4. Salomon Driver S Ski Helmet In 1947 the Salomon family made skis in Annecy, France. A region known as the "Pearl of the French Alps". Now, more than 50 years later, they are still making skis, as well as boots, bindings, bags, clothing, helmets and goggles with an annual revenue of over $1Billion! The Salomon Driver S helmet combines an injected ABS outer shell with an In-Mold inner shell creating a hybrid with better ventilation and improved Airflow Concept. The hybrid shell is enhanced by Salomon’s patented EPS4D technology which not only provides the channels for improved airflow but maximizes energy absorption and impact protection. The Salomon Driver S helmet is available on Amazon. Salomon's Custom Dial Fit system makes for a precise and comfortable fit with the easy dial adjustment which is now integrated into the liner for durability. The Advancedskin/Activedry inner lining is not only comfortable but quick-drying and is 100% removable and washable for better hygiene. For additional comfort, the chin strap is padded to reduce irritation caused by chafing. The Salomon Driver S helmet features the exclusive Salomon Motion Shield system that offers a perfect face fit and allows you to keep your prescription glasses on at all times. The visor is interchangeable to suit the weather conditions without any special tools needed to change the visor. The Salomon Driver S helmet comes with one Cat 2 visor and is available in 3 sizes ranging from 53cm to 62cm. Prices for this unisex helmet range from USD140 - USD210 dependent on size and color chosen. Complies with European Standards EN-1077 (helmet) and EN-174 (visor). Salomon has been playing in the French alps since 1947. As they say at Salomon, "Don’t wait any longer. Now, it’s time to play". BUY THE SALOMON DRIVER SNOW ON AMAZON Amazon United States Amazon United Kingdom Amazon Canada RECOMMENDED: SALOMON helmet size chart.IMPORTANT: How to Know Your Helmet Size Top ↑ HELMET DRIVER SERIES | Salomon Ski https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp6BE2oYuZE Courtesy Salomon TV on Youtube. 5. Giro Essence MIPS Women's Snow Helmet Giro was founded more than 30 years ago driven by attention to detail. Initially, their focus was on cycling helmets, but in 1999 the Giro Nine Ski Helmet hit the slopes. Amazingly, the Giro Nine Ski Helmet is still available today with added MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) technology. However, today we’re looking at the Giro Essence MIPS Women's Snow Helmet with integrated Visor. The Essence was specifically designed for women with its stylized earpads and trim detailing. Giro states that the Essence will protect you from the elements without interfering with your eyewear or smudging your make-up. Thank goodness for that! The Giro Essence MIPS Women's Snow helmet is available on Amazon. The Giro Essence MIPS Snow helmet uses the very popular in-mold construction whereby the polycarbonate shell is fused together with the EPS inner lining to make it sturdier, provide better ventilation, lighter and cooler than traditional helmets. The Essence also includes the MIPS brain protection system for maximum protection against rotational impacts. Incorporating Giro’s Stackvent technology, your visor will remain clear of fogging and you can custom tune the air-flow instantly with the control button. The In Form Fit System allows you to manually customize the fit using the adjustable dial fit system at the rear of the helmet, even while wearing ski gloves. Vertical tuning allows us to adjust for all head shapes! What’s more, the Essence earpads are also compatible with Giro Audio Systems (sold separately). Available in 2 sizes ranging from 52cm to 59cm. It has an interchangeable visor and comes with two lenses Cat 1 and Cat 3, and has soft foam around the bridge of the nose. Prices for this women's helmet range from USD110 – USD220 dependent on size and color chosen. Complies with European Standard EN-1077 (helmet), but compliance with EN-174 (visor) is not stated. If you're looking for a Giro ski helmet with visor, you can't go past the Giro Essence MIPS Women's Snow helmet, which is not only smart and stylish, but as the only MIPS helmet in this line-up offers additional safety features and excellent protection for any snow sports. BUY THE GIRO ESSENCE MIPSNOW ON AMAZON Amazon United States Amazon United Kingdom Amazon Canada RECOMMENDED: GIRO helmet size chart.IMPORTANT: How to know your helmet size Top ↑ GIRO ESSENCE MIPS DAMEN SKIHELM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0reu1u_kGU Courtesy Helmexpress TV on Youtube. What To Look For When Buying A Visor Helmet? Visible Light Transmission There’s more to the colored plastic lens of visors than meets the eye. The different colored lenses have what is called a VLT rating (Visible Light Transmission) which determines how much light is allowed to pass through the lens. That is, a different colored lens for bright conditions and another one for overcast conditions, and many others for every condition in between. A VLT rating is given to different lenses relative to the lighting conditions for which they are to be used. VLT ratings are measured in percent, however often you will see it represented as ‘Cat 1, Cat 2’, etc. Other times the VLT rating may be referred to with an ‘S’, like S2. The ‘S’ comes from the numbering system used by Smith Optics. The table below shows the Category number alongside the Smith Optics number, percentage values and a description of the lighting or weather conditions. VLT Ratings Table. Cat. No. Smith Optics value. % of light allowed through (Approx). Description of lighting or weather conditions. Cat 0 S0 85.00% It’s snowing, or after sunset. Cat 1 S1 50% - 65% Overcast. Low light. Cat 2 S2 23% - 36% Medium brightness. Sunny and cloudy. Cat 3 S3 9% - 16% Bright and sunny days. In addition to having lenses that are rated as above, there are also lenses called photochromic lenses which can automatically adjust to the varying light conditions. These are usually described as suitable for Cat 1 – 3. Some ski helmets with visors will come with interchangeable lenses which you can switch out as required. Other helmets with visors only come with one lens, which in most cases will be an S2 for average sunny/overcast conditions. Top ↑ Safety Certification For Goggles and Faceshields Just like the ski helmet itself, visors and goggles also have to comply with Safety Standards. The relevant standards for ski visors and goggles are the European standard EN 174 and the US ASTM F659. The British Standard, BS EN ISO 18527-1, is being tabled for approval at the present time, and an Australian Standard is also in the works based on ISO 18527-1. Copies of ASTM F659 can be bought from this link for $50.Copies of EN174 can be purchased from this link for 82.26 Euro for the English version, and 65.86 Euro for the German version. Consumers need to check that the helmet that they are considering purchasing complies with the relevant standards for visors as well as helmets (link to ‘Are ski helmets Safety Certified?’). Top ↑ Correct Size Is Everything As with any other helmet, bicycle, motorcycle, etc., the most important aspect of helmet safety is that the helmet must be the correct size for your head (not your friend’s, not your sister’s, but your head), and the helmet must be strapped securely to your head. Please take the time to measure your head correctly before you buy or order a helmet. See our guide ‘How to Know Your Helmet Size’. Top ↑ Frequently Asked Questions 1. Can the visor break and injure my eyes? Good quality visors and goggles shouldn't break as they need to comply with the correct safety standards for Skiing and Snowboarding goggles. That being EN174 in Europe, and ASTM F659 in the United States. 2. How can I know the VLT rating of the visor? The VLT rating should be clearly stated on the product that you wish to purchase. If it is not, then you should try a different brand which shows the VLT rating. 3. What does VLT rating mean? VLT stands for Visual Light Transmission, which tells you how much light is filtered through the visor (or goggles, or even sunglasses). You will have seen how some visors appear to be darker or clearer than others. That is due to the VLT rating. Top ↑ You Might Also Like:- What Is The Safest Ski Helmet [2021/22 season]- Snowboard Helmets With Bluetooth Audio [2021/22 season]- Snowmobile Helmets With Heated Shield- Low Profile Bike Helmets