Tomorrow Free Ski Helmet Fitting and Giveaway Held By Children's Hospital



 

Tomorrow from 10:30 - to 12:30 p.m., in the Seattle Children's Administration Building  (6901 Sand Point Way NE), there will be a  free ski helmet fitting and giveaway for children  4 years old to age 18. 

The information says:

Get your kids 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. Quantities are limited. First come, first served. No appointments needed.

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)