Replying to Dreads + Ski Helmets

I got dreads over the summer and it is my first ski season with them.  I've noticed how they are a lot less comfortable under a ski helmet than un-dreaded hair.  Someone with dreads, do you have any tips on how to stay comfortable while wearing a helmet?  Not wearing a helmet is a simple answer, but I do like to wear one just in case anything happens.  Any help is appreciated.  It's been getting to the point where I'm thinking about cuttin' them off.  But that would be truly sad.