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Offline jt

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helmets and protective gear
« on: November 07, 2007, 09:54:33 AM »
I dont have any procective gear except for glove protectors what do I need to get
 

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2007, 11:55:51 AM »
That is really a personal decision.  It is up to you.  Some people never go out without a helmet on.  Then again some people do not use helmets or anything.  Helmets, knee/butt pads, wrist guards etc are all optional.  Stuff like Goggles and sun block are considered more necessary.

Additionally, conditions may dictate the importance of protective gear.  For example if you are a total beginner and learning on a very hard-packed / icy hill in Virginia, you may want more protective gear on that if you are an intermediate rider doing slower riding on soft-pack groomers in Utah.

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2007, 09:35:50 AM »
ok cool I broke my arm last year so i'm alittle sceptic thanks

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2007, 12:19:34 PM »
If anything, get a helmet.  Don't worry about a fashion statement.  Too many of my friends have been concussed while snowboarding without a helmet.  It's not cool to not remember the day.  You only get one brain!

If you're on the east coast of VA like Frosty mentioned, I'd recommend wrist protection.  Catching an edge on the ice is a good way to break a wrist.

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #4 on: November 08, 2007, 01:04:25 PM »
I'm going to do that thanks :D

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #5 on: November 08, 2007, 05:51:39 PM »
I have gotten more than a couple concussions even with a helmet on -- though it DID reduce skull damage hold my brains in :)  I have a Gyro Nine Helmet and I really like it.

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #6 on: November 12, 2007, 09:50:02 AM »
do you know any chain stores that carry that?

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #7 on: November 12, 2007, 11:27:31 AM »
Any local ski shop should have them in stock.  You can also try Dick's Sporting Goods.  It's a major chain that has some decent deals in regards to snowboarding gear.  I actually own a Giro 9 helmet as well.  Great minds think alike?   :lol:

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #8 on: November 12, 2007, 12:35:30 PM »
then up my respect level

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #9 on: November 12, 2007, 07:17:25 PM »
I'd recommend one.  That big slam always comes when you least expect it.  They dont really look bad either.

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #10 on: November 13, 2007, 12:54:58 PM »
 ys it does how to you become an all mountin boarder 8)

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #11 on: November 21, 2007, 08:43:50 PM »
I've got an R.E.D skycap 2 and i've got to say i love it. It has saved my head so many times. In fact i just noticed this but last season i was doing a battleship rail and i caught the edge and flip off and ended up denting the side of my helmet. So I'd have to say to just spend the money on the helmet instead of head surgery.
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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #12 on: February 19, 2008, 10:41:28 PM »
east coast ice riding almost demands knee protection. ive never bonked my noggin
snowboarding, but ive landed on my face a few times. not fun. but i always regret
it when i forget the knee protection. my knees look like they have soft balls surgically
installed the next day.

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Re: helmets and protective gear
« Reply #13 on: March 17, 2008, 09:57:52 PM »
i dont wear a helmet... just ear protecters cuz i hate cold ears.... and i usually put a scarf around the bottom of my face below my googles..... that way my skin doesnt go raw......
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