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Skateboard helmets?

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.powder
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I have a brand new protec helmet and im thinking of using that instead of my usual sandbox helmet.. I don't see much difference between the two, so do you think it's safe to use skateboarding helmets when skiing park?
Jan 5 2012 12:02AM
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NinetyFour
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Why not? Might be a little bit cooler though. Try it out. If it works it works, if not switch back. I don't see why it would protect your head any less.
Jan 5 2012 12:06AM
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.powder
Posts: 166 - Karma: 10
true.. I guess hitting your head on concrete is as bad if not worse than ice... I"ll try it out, can't hurt.

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Jan 5 2012 12:09AM
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Njens.
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they usually say on the box that they're only designed for skateboarding
Jan 5 2012 12:09AM
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jamodeo
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im pretty sure it's just a matter of insulation, helmets are also rated by speed(biking to moto DOT)
Jan 5 2012 12:51AM
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razors-chaz
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Ive got a b2 skate helmet and have had some reasOable slams in it and im still ok. Its a lottle colder to wear out on the hill but if its too cold just wear a hat underneath or a low profile balaclava
Jan 5 2012 1:46AM
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Shireshredder
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If im using my go pro i tend to use my skate helmet as the mount is better on that.
Jan 5 2012 1:50AM
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