Best ski helmets of the season

A good ski helmet has to meet two key requirements: protect you in the event of a fall and look the part. Yes, helmets are no longer just a safety accessory; they are fully part of your outfit and should work with the rest of your kit. Just like your jacket or trousers, a helmet can say a lot about your style and identity. You will very rarely see a freestyle snowboarder wearing a racing ski helmet, and vice versa. Beyond matching the helmet to the rider’s discipline, it is also simply more appealing to have a helmet that coordinates well with the rest of the outfit.

When choosing your ski or snowboard helmet, you are faced with a wide range of different models, sometimes with significant price differences. Whatever your choice, remember that even the cheapest helmets today already provide warmth, comfort and protection. However, by increasing your budget slightly, you can gain even more in comfort, ease of use, safety level, and so on.

Among the hundreds of ski helmets available in our range, those presented below have particularly caught our attention. Safety, style, comfort: they have it all, so you can make the most of your days on the hill.

Salomon Driver Pro Sigma Mips

The Driver Pro Sigma Mips ski helmet with visor from Salomon stands out for its hybrid construction and cutting-edge technologies, which guarantee optimum protection and lasting comfort. Its interchangeable category 3 visor, fitted with Sigma technology, enhances contrast and delivers excellent vision in sunny conditions, while effectively shielding you from UV rays. This premium model is aimed at skiers looking for safety, precise fit and superb optical clarity.

POC Obex Mips

The POC Obex Mips ski helmet is designed to offer a good balance between protection, light weight and comfort on the slopes. Its In-Mould construction combines a polycarbonate shell, an EPS liner and an ABS Top Shell reinforcement to improve strength and durability. MIPS technology helps protect the head better in case of multi-directional impacts, while the 360° Fit System allows you to fine-tune the fit precisely. Its adjustable ventilation helps manage heat, and the front vent reduces fogging on the goggles.

Cairn Android

The Android ski helmet from Cairn is built to handle day after day at the resort. It relies on an injected ABS shell for rigidity and an EPS foam liner to dissipate impact energy in the event of a fall. The rear adjustment dial ensures quick fitting, while passive ventilation maintains a steady airflow.

Cairn Electron Visor

The Electron Visor from Cairn is praised for its excellent value for money. With a lightweight In-Mold construction, it features a category 3 visor, ideal for sunny days. The visor is removable and can be replaced with goggles. It includes all the essential features: a dial adjustment system, removable and washable lining, and adjustable ventilation. It is also available in a version without a visor.

Salomon Driver Prime Sigma Photo Mips

The Salomon Driver Prime Sigma Photo Mips visor ski helmet combines a high level of protection, precise fit and optimal vision whatever the conditions. Its ABS/In-Mold hybrid construction blends strength and lightness, while Mips, EPS 4D and Smart Safety 360 technologies enhance impact absorption. The Boa 360° system and MaxFit construction provide a comfortable, even fit. For vision, the Sigma Photo Sky Blue photochromic visor automatically adapts its tint to the light and improves contrast on snow. Its magnetic system finally allows the lens to be changed quickly and without fuss.

Giro Ledge Fs Mips

This Giro helmet is part of the Ledge family and stands out for featuring Mips technology, providing protection against multi-directional impacts. It is distinguished by its high-performance EPS foam and its tough, durable ABS shell, ensuring excellent impact resistance in the event of a fall. For a precise fit and stability, it is equipped with the In Form fit system, while the Stack Vent ventilation system ensures effective management of condensation, for consistently clear vision. Weighing just 500 g, the Ledge Fs Mips combines lightness and robustness, delivering comfort and safety throughout the day.

Rossignol Arcade Mips

The Rossignol Arcade Mips ski helmet is aimed at skiers looking for reliable protection, refined comfort and a precise fit. Its Hardshell construction offers excellent resistance, while Mips technology helps to better manage impacts. Harmony technology allows the helmet to adapt more closely to the shape of the head, the 360° R-Fit adjustment system ensures even support, and the adjustable ventilation helps maintain a good level of comfort throughout the day.

Smith Rodeo Mips

The Rodeo Mips ski helmet developed by Smith combines safety, comfort and durability for skiers who ride aggressively. Its durable ABS shell, paired with MIPS technology, delivers effective protection, while the Dial Fit system and continuous ventilation ensure long-lasting comfort.

Smith Vantage 2 Mips

Smith is behind the Vantage 2 Mips ski helmet. Its hybrid construction combines the strength of ABS with the light weight of polycarbonate, while MIPS and Koroyd technologies provide optimum impact absorption. Thanks to the Boa 360 Fit System and Fidlock magnetic chin strap, it adjusts easily for long-lasting support. With AirEvac ventilation, it keeps your head cool so you can enjoy every run with complete confidence.

Smith Method Pro Mips

The Method Pro Mips ski helmet from Smith delivers dependable protection thanks to its lightweight In-Mould construction, which incorporates MIPS and Koroyd technologies for enhanced safety in the event of a crash. The Dial Fit system ensures a precise fit, while AirEvac 2 ventilation maintains constant airflow. With removable audio-compatible ear pads and a magnetic chin strap, it combines practicality, comfort and performance.

Which helmet should you choose for skiing or snowboarding?

Looking for the ideal ski helmet for your winter adventures? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned expert, our comprehensive guide is designed to help you find the helmet that perfectly suits your needs and ability level. We’ll take you through the essential criteria step by step, covering size, construction, ventilation and adjustment systems. Leave nothing to chance and maximise your safety and comfort. Discover our dedicated page now and kit yourself out like a pro!

The best ski helmets are at Glisshop

Whether you ski or snowboard, and whether you prefer a model with or without a visor, you’ll find the very best ski helmets at Glisshop. We hope our selection helps you make your choice. If you need advice, don’t hesitate to contact our experts or pop into the shop.