Ross 4 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Curious to see how many people wear helmets now I think its about a 60/40 for. I know I would not ski with out one. Mine feels more comfortable than a beanie.Up dated to a uxex this year from a etto helmet.like to hear your thoughts. rosco Link to post Share on other sites
Go Native 70 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Never have and doubt I ever will. Link to post Share on other sites
thursday 1 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Will. Link to post Share on other sites
skidaisuki 0 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Mochiron yo.... I'm a total convert. SdS Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Yep. I must admit to boarding Helmet free for the first time at Thredbo in September - it was SO HOT! I loved the freedom, but had a couple of moments where I thought - geez - I hope I don't stack it. No such issues (heat) in Niseko - so the helmet will be on! Link to post Share on other sites
SKI 15 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Yes. But not always. A leisurely day on the slopes on a weekday in fine weather I might leave it off. Link to post Share on other sites
SKI 15 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 (You need a poll there roscoe) Link to post Share on other sites
Ross 4 Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 Hi ski. I dont realy know how to do a poll.Have been reading the forum for some time but still finding my way . Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 There you go Roscoe Link to post Share on other sites
tripler 0 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 i always wear helmet, knee pads and wrist guards but never transceiver, probe or shovel. When I go backcountry it's just between me and God... Link to post Share on other sites
stemik 14 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Originally Posted By: SKI Yes. But not always. A leisurely day on the slopes on a weekday in fine weather I might leave it off. same as Ski...though i guess accidents can happen at anytime! Link to post Share on other sites
snowdude 44 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 dunno, never worn one up until now, but probably if I happen to look at them in the shop I may decide to! Link to post Share on other sites
Sciclone 2 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 I'm hoping to buy a helmet and wear it this year. In previous years its not been such an issue, as I was pretty slow. But as I said in the "Worst Injuries" thread, I was flying down Hoppo-Bundaira at SK this year, and took a high speed bail toward the bottom. I got a headache from it, but it convinced me enough it was time to protect the noggin.. Link to post Share on other sites
Thundercat 60 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Yep, only leave it off on hot days... pretty sure I boarded every time last year with one as well... Link to post Share on other sites
Metabo Oyaji 71 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Yup. Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Pow 52 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Hai. Total convert. Link to post Share on other sites
cram400 0 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Yes, for helmets. Link to post Share on other sites
kokodoko 67 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 yip, banged my head on the ice with the helmet on and that hurt really bad. Glad i had it on. I have been acting rather strangely lately, though.. Link to post Share on other sites
greg 4 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 I never used to wear a helemt but do now. When I do have a big stack now at least I don't have to climb back up the mountain looking for beanie and goggles (full of snow). Link to post Share on other sites
iiyamadude 6 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Bit of both. Link to post Share on other sites
Ross 4 Posted November 5, 2009 Author Share Posted November 5, 2009 thanks for the help Mamabear. Rosco Link to post Share on other sites
gareth_oau 2 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 tricky one, I havent got one, but am considering it. problem is the $100-$200 cost - my head's not worth that much! Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 When it's really cold, you betcha. Keeps my ears warm! Link to post Share on other sites
LachyD 0 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Definitely considering it. My sister swears by her helmet... does it make things hard to hear at all? Link to post Share on other sites
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