It is interesting to see how traffic on our humble ski blog starts growing right after August. Maybe people start thinking and reading about skiing as the weather starts getting colder. At least here in Finland autumn has arrived with showers and heavy rains. Yeah, nobody likes that, but the good thing is that winter is closer every day. Although it takes months until we Finns can go skiing, in many of the TOP 10 ski resorts people will soon enjoy fresh new powder.
Anyhow, ski season 2009-2010 is coming, so we better get ready. Let’s take a look at these 10 stylish and cool ski helmets that are available on Amazon. If you are still skiing without a helmet, you better check what we learned from Scott Macartney’s crash last winter. In case you go skiing in the backcountry a ski helmet is an essential part of your backcountry ski gear list.
Below I have provided you the name and model of various ski helmets with a link to the order page in Amazon, if you fall in love with one or more of these helmets, just click the picture or link and place your order in Amazon. Certainly there are dozens of cool, beautiful and stylish ski helmets, but here I have collected 10 ski helmets that I consider stylish and good looking. You may like them or not. You decide.
Oh, also remember the article on audio helmets we wrote last year!
10 cool and stylish ski helmets for the upcoming ski season
1. Giro Bad Lieutenant Snow Helmet
Offering military styling, this snowboard helmet features an injection-molded construction bonding a durable, high-impact ABS shell to an EPS liner. Removable, injection-molded earflaps lock directly into the liner, which can be removed for washing. An adjustable, padded chinstrap keeps the helmet in place.
The helmet comes in extra-small, small, medium, and large sizes. Depending on size, it weighs approximately 19.5 ounces. An extra-small helmet fits a head with a circumference of 20.5 inches to 21 inches. A small helmet fits a head with a circumference of 21 inches to 22 inches. A medium helmet fits a head with a circumference of 22 inches to 22.5 inches. A large helmet fits a head with a circumference of 22.5 inches to 23.25 inches.
You immediately know if this is the helmet for you just by looking at it. A true free-ride helmet for riders that session the park, and everything else on the mountain as often as humanly possible. Don’t run it if you can’t commit. The Bad Lieutenant is standard-issue gear for opening new frontiers on advanced maneuvers around the globe, and there will be no prisoners in this movement.
Features of Giro Bad Lieutenant ski helmet include
- High impact ABS shell with EPS liner
- Removable earpads and goggle notch
- Compatible with Tune-ups and Tune-ups II
- CERTIFICATION: ASTM F2040 & CE EN1078 (EU)
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
2. Giro Sestriere Snow Helmet
The Sestriere ski helmet features sleek style and comfort inspired by our top race models in durable design that delivers at a great price. A perfect helmet for juniors, beginners or anyone who wants a no-frills, alpine-inspired helmet. Sestriere has received good feedback from Amazon buyers. Here’s one comment from a satisfied buyer.
“Was a little concerned about buying a helmet online but I measured my head and ordered this helmet to use for skiing. It’s great! Fit like a glove. Not too tight around the chin and comfortable. It has a great grove around the middle of the helmet for goggle straps with a strap that buttons on the back so your goggles stay on your helmet and don’t slide around much when you’re out on the trail or slopes. They will also keep you from losing your goggle when you take a break. It feels pretty light when it’s on your head. Definitely one of my favorite Amazon.com purchases!”
Features of Giro Sestriere ski helmet include
- EPS Liners
- Audio: none
- Super Cool Vents
3. Giro G10 Helmet
Giro designed the G10 Helmet for riders who push their limits in wide-open freeriding terrain. The wide-angle cut and gapless goggle fit insure you can see your takeoff, spot your landing, and spy everything in between with out any paranoia-inducing blind spots. In-mold construction fuses the exterior polycarbonate shell with the interior EPS liner for ultimate durability without compromising weight. 14 vents with on-the-fly adjustability combined with snap-fit, super-plush removable ear pads keep you cool, comfortable, and levelheaded regardless of the conditions. The G10 is TuneUps compatible.
Features of Giro G10 ski helmet include
- Material: [Shell] polycarbonate; [Liner] EPS
- Ventilation: 14 vents with on-the-fly adjustable Thermostat control
- Adjustability: Chin strap with slidelock clip buckle
- Weight: 14.5oz (410g)
- Recommended Use: Freeride
- Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year
- Country of Origin: China
4. Giro Talon Snow Helmet
Offering alpine-inspired design and chinbar compatible, this sleek ski helmet features a full-coverage hardshell with padded earflaps to protect against run-ins with racing gates and tree branches. The helmet’s in-mold construction a tough polycarbonate outer shell fused to an EPS (expanded polystyrene) liner reinforces both materials. Aerodynamic Racing Covers lock in place to provide aerodynamic efficiency during a race and to hold in heat as temperatures drop. A passive ventilation system circulates cool air through the helmet and allows excess body heat to escape from seven vents. The cut creates a gapless fit with goggles and doesn’t compromise peripheral vision. A security loop and Giro’s Goggle Notch lock goggles to helmet.
The helmet comes in extra-small, small, medium, large, extra-large, and extra-extra large sizes. Depending on size, it weighs approximately 19.5 ounces. An extra-small helmet fits a head with a circumference of 20.5 inches to 21 inches. A small helmet fits a head with a circumference of 21 inches to 22 inches. A medium helmet fits a head with a circumference of 22 inches to 22.5 inches. A large helmet fits a head with a circumference of 22.5 inches to 23.25 inches. An extra-large helmet fits a head with a circumference of 23.25 inches to 23.75 inches. An extra-extra-large helmet fits a head with a circumference of 23.75 inches to 24.5 inches.
Timeless alpine-inspired design combined with classic fit yields performance that covers the whole mountain with confidence. The choice of skiers who like it steep and deep. A nod to the deep lineage of skiing makes this the perfect helmet for any true skier’s kit. The Talon offers versatility, top-shelf performance and styling that are a full step ahead of the rest. If you live to ski, this is your helmet.
Features of Giro Talon ski helmet include
- High impact ABS shell with EPS liner
- Goggle Notch to keep your goggles secure even during wipeouts
- Chinbar Compatible for those little speed demons who push the envelope
- 1 year limited warranty – CERTIFICATION: ASTM F2040 & CE EN1078 (EU)
5. Giro Fuse Audio Series Snow Helmet
Progressive styling and technical features coupled with your music cannot be beat. TuneUps with Bluetooth Link offers incredible in-helmet stereo sound plus technology from Skullcandy that allows you to hardline into your music player while connecting to your Bluetooth enabled phone wirelessly.
Giro Fuse Audio ski helmet is a little bit pricy, but it provides something many other ski helmets can’t provide, and that is music to your ears. I’m not sure how many riders really enjoy music on mountains, at least I don’t, but there are numerous of those who really enjoy it. So, for you guys, here’s Giro Fuse Audio ski helmet!
Features of Giro Fuse Audio ski helmet include
- Audio: Integrated tuneups with Bluetooth link
- Wind Tunnel Ventilation
- In form fit system
- Super Cool Vents
6. Pro-Tec Ace Freecarve Helmet
Pro-Tec Ace Freecarve Helmet (for men) is one of the first, and most imitated snowboard helmets, the Ace’s low-key style and adjustable ventilation system make it one of the most popular helmets on the hill. On a powder day, close off the Ace’s four passive vents, or leave them open for a spring rail or pipe session. Protec gave the Ace Freecarve Helmet a high density, injection-molded ABS shell for durability and an EPS liner to absorb the impact of bigger hits. Audio Helmet: No, Helmet Type: ShortShell, Vented: Yes, Visor/Brim Helmet: No, Model Year: 2006, Product ID: 45651.
Features of Pro-Tec Ace Freecarve ski helmet include
- ASTM 2040 / CE EN 1077 Certified
- Can be used as a ski or snowboard helmet
- Goggle shelf
- Removable and washable interior fit pads
- Upgraded soft cupping detachable ear pads
7. Carrera Geisha Women’s Helmet
The Carrera Geisha is a hot new women’s ABS helmet that offers superb protection, ventilation, and comfort. The styling is set off by leather trim and super cool metal flake graphics. Superb helmet for free ride skiing or snowboarding. Pair it with the matching Carrera Lust goggle for women for the ultimate in comfort, fit, and superior vision.
Features of Carrera Geisha ski helmet include
- Light weight, exceptionally comfortable ABS ski/snowboarding helmet for women
- ABS material provides exceptional protection and light weight
- Fully adjustable ventilation for perfect temperature control
- Super soft “faux fur” lining and chin strap cover
- Women specific fit with embossed leather ear pad covers and super cool metal flake graphics
8. Carrera Viper Helmet
The Carrera Viper is a hot new ABS helmet that offers superb protection, ventilation, and comfort. The styling is set off by leather trim and metal mesh vent covers. Superb helmet for free ride skiing or snowboarding. Pair it with the new Carrera Stealth, Stratos, or Chopper SPH goggles for the ultimate in comfort, fit, and protection.
Features of Carrera Viper ski helmet include:
- Light weight, exceptionally comfortable ABS helmet for skiing/snowboarding.
- ABS material provides exceptional protection and light weight
- Accepts chin guard for face protection
- Fully adjustable ventilation for perfect temperature control
9. Smith 2007 Variant Brim Snow Helmet
Smith’s Variant Brim Snow Helmet features Hybrid construction and a sleek brim to produce an effective helmet with tons of style. The Hybrid construction includes an ABS/InMold PC shell and EPS liner to create a lightweight and high-impact-absorbing helmet. AirEvac 2 technology allows this helmet to work well with goggles by increasing air flow and reducing goggle fogging. The Smith Variant uses 16 vents for better climate control, so you don’t get a steamy noggin.
Features of Smith 2007 Variant Brim ski helmet include
- Material: [Shell] ABS / InMold PC; [Liner] EPS
- Ventilation: 3-Stage adjustable
- Adjustability: Slidelock chin
- Recommended Use: Snowboarding, freeriding
- Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime
- Country of Origin: United States
10. R.E.D. Trace Multi-Sport Snowboard, Skate, and BMX Helmet
R.E.D. Trace Multi-Sport Helmet takes you from Skateboarder to BMX Rider to Snowboarder. Go from warm weather to cold in a snap with the removable goggle clip and ear pads. ABS Shell takes the brunt of the hits from the concrete and the ice without damage to your brain! Use this helmet year round – get your money’s worth!
Features of R.E.D. Trace Multi-Sport helmet include
- Snow,Skate,Bike Crossover
- Injected ABS Shell
- Removable Goggle Clip & Removable goggle Gasket
- Front Vent Plugs
- Several colors to choose from!
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Your Comments, I really wanted item #9 the smith helmet in black and yellow. If you could help that would be great. Thanks Ted Geleta
I am currently watching a documentary on the US Ski Team focusing on skiers and their preparations for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. I am seeing a ski helmet that I have never seen before. It seems to wrap around the front of the face give fuller protection. I would like to know who it is that manufactures these helmets. They look Very Well DESIGNED.
Thankyou,
Cliff B.
Well, it’s a bit difficult to say what was the helmet as there are so many models, but if I see something that might be the one you saw I’ll drop a comment here.
I think Bright Greeen helmets should be mandatory so everyone can see you