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How long do you keep your helmet?

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Mister.F
Posts: 1206 - Karma: 169
I've had mine for 3 seasons plus I use it for longboarding, biking, etc. Had a few falls to the head skiing but not longboarding or biking. I think it's still safe...?
Mar 14 2012 8:11PM
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Amadeus.
Posts: 3050 - Karma: 382
I had mine for like 5 years then I went aerials to the head.

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Mar 14 2012 8:13PM
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Elmo.
Posts: 4317 - Karma: 662
it might not be... depending on the helmet.... a true helmet not a hardhat is useable for 2 years but after a few bad hits to the helmet you should replace it.... also check for cracks and soft spots. if you have some i recommend a new helmet. if not then i would still recommend one because of the 2 year rule...... what you learn working one summer at a ski shop lol
Mar 14 2012 8:13PM
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Mister.F
Posts: 1206 - Karma: 169
Damn, that crack^^is gnarly. I have a Giro Encore. The shells ok but the styrofoam has like a 3in. crack in it. I think she'll do for the rest of this season, considering its apparently spring already. New one next season though
Mar 14 2012 8:22PM
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Drail
Posts: 14012 - Karma: 10,011
I'm pretty sure that helmets designed for a one impact life. It sucks, but it's the reality if you want 100% out of a helmet. One good hit to the helmet, you should get a new one. Obviously that is totally unrealistic, but them's the facts.

My helmet is in the tail end of it's second season and I've definitely taken two or three good hits to the head while wearing it. I was talking the other day about having to replace it. I'll probably wait till the fall though.
Mar 14 2012 8:25PM
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Film.
Posts: 2649 - Karma: 2,296
Had my POC receptor bug for around 4 seasons now! Still as good as new!
Mar 14 2012 8:25PM
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250r
Posts: 2276 - Karma: 1,013
yea my dad used to race cars somewhat professionally, and he said that if you were to even drop your helmet on the ground once, youd replace it.

im not really planning on replacing mine but do you think it matters much when the foam becomes disconnected from the shell and becomes able to move around? like i said not to worried about it, but its no longer attached on my poc
Mar 14 2012 9:23PM
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OCM
Posts: 1276 - Karma: 975
ive had mine for two seasons, im probably getting a new one for next year. i think any more than 2 or 3 seasons youre probably pushing its safetywise.

ps you have the best name
Mar 14 2012 9:34PM
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japanada
Posts: 13785 - Karma: 1,956
There are very few MULTI IMPACT helmets on the market. Most are meant for racing, ie the poc skull comp x with its air bladder padding. I think Boeri makes a soft eard multi impact helmet too.
Mar 14 2012 9:37PM
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ohboy
Posts: 1177 - Karma: 2,528
Until mine breaks.
Mar 14 2012 9:39PM
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japanada
Posts: 13785 - Karma: 1,956
I forgot to ad, Ive had my helmet for a few seasons and probably should replace it, but thats $100 into new skis. Plus I dont usually wear it unless Im out west or getting my progression on.
Mar 14 2012 9:48PM
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Dhane
Posts: 3866 - Karma: 1,722
i bought this hat at marshalls 3 years ago for 2 dollars and still have it.
Mar 14 2012 9:52PM
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DIX~
Posts: 4695 - Karma: 6,502
4th season on my first helmet ever
Mar 14 2012 11:40PM
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rareison
Posts: 10263 - Karma: 219
Until it breaks or until I decide to buy a new one
Mar 15 2012 1:21AM
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Balto
Posts: 25985 - Karma: 4,404
till i hit my head hard enough or enough times that i feel unsafe
Mar 15 2012 1:24AM
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ILLinoisance
Posts: 3527 - Karma: 5,398
i think i have six seasons on mine. i only get out 10-15 days a season, but that bucket takes a ton of abuse. I'm picking a new one up next season.
Mar 15 2012 2:31AM
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.Annydrew.
Posts: 749 - Karma: 38
my dad has had his ski helmet for 7 years
Mar 15 2012 10:03AM
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B_K
Posts: 723 - Karma: 1,293
ive had mine for 4 seasons and its been through some pretty gnarly crashes and still holding strong
Mar 15 2012 10:20AM
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FUUUCK
Posts: 18426 - Karma: 4,888
you should replace your helmet every 3 seasons at least, and after a crash.
Mar 15 2012 1:34PM
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Casual.
Posts: 1125 - Karma: 28
lolhelmets
Mar 15 2012 1:38PM
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Crankset
Posts: 1176 - Karma: 497
8th year of using my helmet!
Mar 15 2012 1:48PM
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That_One_Dude
Posts: 1050 - Karma: 760
I usually make it about 2 seasons, or whenever I crack the foam or dent the inside.
Mar 15 2012 2:03PM
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Cincher
Posts: 3403 - Karma: 535
Ehh I have had my Bern Hardhat for 3 seasons, and apart from one major crash resulting in a mild concussion and a broken shoulder blade, I haven't had any major crashes. The foam isn't cracked so I don't see a need to replace it yet..
Mar 15 2012 2:44PM
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WI_Personallty
Posts: 881 - Karma: 161
My helmet is five years old. It still works, but it may be time for a new one.
Mar 15 2012 3:19PM
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