Free Ski Helmet Fitting Tomorrow Morning At Children's Hospital

 

 

 

Tomorrow from 10:30 - to 12:30 p.m., Children's Hospital is having a free ski helmet fitting and giveaway.
 

The information says:

Get your kiddos' set for the winter ski season at this free ski and snowboard helmet fitting and giveaway! Wearers must be present and fitted to receive a helmet; supplies are limited.
 

And here are some tips posted on the Children's website about proper helmet fit:

• Choose a certified helmet made just for snow sports. Look for a helmet that meets ASTM F2040, Snell RS-98 or CEN 1077 standards.
• Bring the goggles that your child will wear on the slopes to make sure they work with the helmet you choose.
• The pads are flush against your child’s cheeks and forehead.
• The back of the helmet does not touch the nape of your child’s neck.
• It is snug, but not tight, with the chinstrap fastened.
• The helmet sits level, with the front edge being no more than 1 inch above your child’s eyebrows.
• The helmet does not roll forwards or backwards.
• It does not shift when your child shakes their head from side to side.

 

(photo courtesy of Hospital website)