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I'm a designer at a protective gear company. I want to get some input from the riders so I can design better products for us all. I've been out doing tons of interviews with shops and riders, but I want to start a community conversation conversation to see how the people feel about protective equipment.I've noticed tWhat you've noticed about people buying as they progress is true for me. I now always wear a helmet but initially did not invest in one. The main reason I started wearing a helmet is that I insist that my son wears one, when I got good enough to keep up with him he was like “well why should i wear a helmet if you areThat's so good to hear. Progression through protection is our motto.How old was your son when he first started snowboarding? They're getting younger and younger. We're hearing 3 years old in some cases. What did you look for when you bought a helmet for him? and yourself? Pro riders not wearing helmets is a crazy issHe was around 8 when he started riding, we live very close to a resort and our school partners with them- about every 2 weeks throughout the winter the kids that participate take the day off to ski and ride. (so at 13 he already has 5 solid years of riding under his belt) A requirement of the program is that helmets are mandatory
I'm a designer at a protective gear company. I want to get some input from the riders so I can design better products for us all. I've been out doing tons of interviews with shops and riders, but I want to start a community conversation conversation to see how the people feel about protective equipment.I'
It is very cool looking, which helps in him wanting to wear it. Same with me, this is very superficial but I don't want one that makes me look like a “bobblehead” haha 8)
This is a very important point. Kids only care about looks. Parents care about comfortable protection, but the helmet
Thanks for this important thread. I wear a helmet a lot. Not only for protection, but for comfort as well. I have to say that if the helmet does not offer proper ventilation, waterproofing, and ear coverage options, I will not buy it. If it is not comfortable I will not buy it. The last consideration I have lo
Regarding your question- we didn't have too much trouble finding a good fit, actually. Tried several sizes of this helmet at a chain store (dicks sporting goods, I think), after finding the right size I ended up ordering one off the internet as the store didnt have many styles in stock. We have gotten a new replacement aboutdude. knee pads that are very stealthish. i wear big bulky skateboard kneepads when im riding on hard ice pack days and they're annoying, sweaty, and they restrain you enough to where you notice. if you could design something that covers the cap of the knee, and just some cloth or nylon mesh that supports the leg above and belSnowboarding knee pads are moving away from skate style pads. We don't really need the cap, so they're lower profile. I'm interested in trying them out this season. I usually wear a knee brace to help support my knee. Seems like snowboarding knee pads aid in that area too. Check them out and let me know if that'
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