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We pride ourselves by being helmets specialists, whilst others stock the odd few, we have a complete range to suit all pockets from £24.00 to £70.00
We stock helmets for all age groups and all head sizes, from the smallest toddler to the largest adult.
Over the last 2 years we have become aware that lots of countries and resorts have a "no helmet-no ski" policy. This is a good thing as there has been several incidents highlighted every year in the national newspapers regarding skiers with serious head injuries.
Whilst no helmet can offer 100% protection in all situations, it is a major step forward in skier safety.
Helmets are very comfortable and light. They keep your head warm too on a cold day and have air vents to keep you cool on a warm day. After a few hours you will not know you have got it on and after that you will never want to ski without one again. They give you a real sense of safety.
All our helmets conform to the European standard for Alpine ski helmets EN-1077
We stock helmets from 5 different companies.
SH+, UVEX, CANYON, SERIOUS AND ANVIL
In our helmet review below, we try to offer advise and highlight some key points. All helmets will offer the same protection, but some of the lower priced helmets offer less colours and less fitting options.
Below are some of our helmets.
Helmet by Anvil
Anvil helmets are a no nonsense entry level helmet sold at a ridiculous low price. It's tough outer shell offers the same protection as all helmets and the helmet is priced at just £24.00. It has many features too, including a goggle retainer and soft lining. £8 for 7 day rental .This helmet is metallic BLUE.
Advantages: Massive value for money. Very low price, EN1077 kite mark, Well padded.
Disadvantages: 1 colour. 2 sizes, Great if it fits, no good if it doesn't. Biggest size 58cms
HELMET by CANYON
Canyon helmets are fantastic helmets. They are in essence the same shell made by ANVIL but come in different colours and 4 sizes. Kitemarked EN1077. Different details and interior spec to ANVIL. PRICED AT £26.00 to purchase and £10 for 7 day rental
Advantages: Big value helmet, Low price, 4 sizes, XS-L, Kite marked, 2 colours, silver or black.
Disadvantages: Head size 54-55 cm is not well suited. Biggest size available is 60cms
"Serious Ski" helmets
New range this year. Made in the Far East to our specifications. Full EN1077 safety certificate. These helmets are made in 3 models and various sizes and in 3 colours. These helmet are not available to rent yet but are offered at a very reasonable prices. The helmet model " MAJOR" is a very close copy to a helmet made by "ALPINA", model TAIFUN that costs around £80, they may even be made in a nearby factory.
Major : £40 matt grey Force: grey or pastel pink £40 Trooper: camo, black or pink £30
Advantages: Lot of helmet for the money, nice styling.
Disadvantages: NO rental option yet, Major and Force sold in sizes 55cm - 62 cms, Trooper sold in 48 - 52 cms only. Poor fit for heads 52 - 55 cms
SH+ Helmets
SH+ are helmets made in Italy. They are all kite marked as usual, and come in many styles and colours. They range from £30 to £ 45. I consider them a superbly styled helmet with an excellent size range. I ski in this range myself. Rental available from £16
Advantages: Italian made, used by racers, EN1077 kite mark, 6 sizes from XXS -XL, many colours, great fitting mid priced helmet range. Something for everybody.
Disadvantages: None
Morpheus £65 rental £20 Galaxy £65 rental £20
EX1 PRO/EVO £50 purchase or £16 rental
Uvex helmets
Uvex helmets are our premium brand of helmet. Top quality styling throughout the range. Big choice of styles and colours. Kite marked 1077 of course. 6 sizes. Priced from £ 60-£70
Advantages: Well known ski brand, used by Austrian and Swiss ski teams. High specifications, good fit.
Disadvantages: None
