Review of studies says helmets reduce head injuries among skiers...

Courtesy Outdoor Recreation News  Tue, 02/02/2010 - 11:15

Putting on a helmet before skiing or snowboarding down the slopes reduces the chances of a head injury by about 35 per cent without any risk children will hurt their necks from the added weight, suggests a review of scientific studies.

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