New Brand Spolight: Giro Ski Helmets

It was 1985, and a Californian man named Jim Gentes with an independent mindset for the outdoors, realised he was in the intersection of surf and mountains from which he discovered the wonderful brand of Giro.

Giro became a manufacturer of ski and bike helmets, apparel, shoes, soft goods for cycling, and goggles for skiing and snowboarding. Founded in Santa Cruz, but now based in Scotts Valley, California, Giro focuses on unique technology in their products that are not found elsewhere.

New for the 2015-2016-winter season is MIPS technology. This technology will be found in one particular ski helmet known as the Giro Crüe MIPS ski helmet. MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) is the latest improvement in the level of protection this ski helmet will give to your child, as the goal is to further reduce any rotational forces. The Giro Crüe MIPS ski helmet is equipped with a liner that deforms on impact and reduces the transfer of energy to the brain.

The three components of MIPS technology are as follows: one interior foam liner, a low friction liner, and in-between is an elastomeric attachment. This means that in an impact, the elastomeric system stretches to allow the interior foam liner to rotate independently around the head. Although it only moves a few millimetres, we believe helmets equipped with MIPS technology can reduce the amount of rotational force that may be transferred to your brain in certain impacts. Just so you know, all this technology is based on a whopping 19 years of research, following extensive trials.

 “From the first lightweight, high-performance helmets from cycling and snow sports, to apparel that re-imagines what sportswear can be, Giro maintains a strong focus on creating products that enhance the feeling of freedom and independence that are at the core of a rider’s experience.”

May Johnson, November 2015

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How to measure and fit a skiing helmet correctly

Measure your head correctly:

The starting point for selecting the right size is measuring the circumference of your head, a finger width above the eyebrows (the head size range is given in cm)

Correct positioning:

Make sure that the helmet is positioned levelly on your head. The helmet should not sit too far back on your head, which leaves the forehead unprotected, nor be pulled too far down over the forehead, where it can affect your vision.

Adjust the size properly:

With the adjustable sizing system (IAS system), you can fully customize the size of your helmet. To do so, place the helmet in the proper position and turn the dial at the back of the helmet clockwise to make the helmet tighter, counterclockwise to make it looser. The helmet should basically fit, the size adjustment should only be for fine tuning.

Firm fit: 

You can test if your helmet sits firmly by shaking your head lightly with the chinstrap open. The position of the helmet should not change! An optimum fit is required for the helmet to fulfill its safety function 100%.

Adjusting the strap system: 
a) Remove the comfort cushion on the chinstrap.
b) Close the ratcheted closure.
c) Set the length of the chinstrap by pulling on the outer strap.
The chinstrap should fit tightly, but should not hinder your breathing or swallowing!
d) Reattach the comfort cushion.

Full range of mens skiing helmets, womens skiing helmets, girls skiing helmets and boys skiing helmets as well as infant skiing helmets available on-line at www.littleskiers.co.uk with fast worldwide shipping