The Ski Helmet Debate

tino_11 wrote:This thread has reached new depths in a manner reminiscent of the Kursk.

I think there's a way to go yet :mrgreen:

bandit wrote:

tino_11 wrote:This thread has reached new depths in a manner reminiscent of the Kursk.

I think there's a way to go yet :mrgreen:

Yes, I totally agree. No-one has re-mentioned nits yet (that was me last time we were discussing this topic). :shock:

AllyG wrote:

bandit wrote:

tino_11 wrote:This thread has reached new depths in a manner reminiscent of the Kursk.

I think there's a way to go yet :mrgreen:

Yes, I totally agree. No-one has re-mentioned nits yet (that was me last time we were discussing this topic). :shock:

Tino, told ya so )

:lol:

Rah. I feel sick. Am suitably convinced that buying is the way forward!

Well, I have finally succumbed to the helmet brigade and bought a new helmet on my trip to Flaine last week. Having worn the helmet for most of the week, I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised at how comfortable it was in both hot and cold conditions (though adjustable vents would be advised). I also did feel a little bit better protected, especially when skiing on any hard packed areas where a fall could hurt!

Having had a mild concussion after a very gentle fall a couple of years ago, I guess it makes sense, though obviously will not protect you from all possible dangers.

Interesting today that I would say 70% of people skiing today wore a lid, but still none of those were instructors :shock:

I wonder why the instructors don't wear helmets? Do you think they have any individual say in the matter, or is it all down to management?

AllyG wrote:I wonder why the instructors don't wear helmets? Do you think they have any individual say in the matter, or is it all down to management?

So far as I know, all the ski schools based in Grindelwald made it compulsory for their instructors to wear them. Only exception was 70+ year old Walter who was a law unto himself and nobody dare argue.