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Ski helmet fit question
 Poster: A snowHead
Poster: A snowHead

Hi,

My head size is around 55/56cm so I am between small/medium in helmet size and I recently bought a small Oakley helmet. Compared with the medium, the fit is snug but not uncomfortable so I'm quite happy with it.

However what I've noted is that the helmet sits quite high on the back of my head? I wonder if this is simply the "cut" of the helmet? Or if the helmet is simply too small?

The model is the Oakley Mod 5 Blackout. Pics below. Thanks!

Behind with ear pads
https://ibb.co/1sJbL71

Without ear pads (the Boa adjuster is two notches lower here) https://ibb.co/nBP5ywZ

Side profile with ear pads
Https://ibb.co/KFX7wYh
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 Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person

Today I tried the size up and while it's less snug (boa does help) I feel it definitely has more coverage at the back.

Would you consider the below fit better for safety?

https://ibb.co/vBVFnbg

Thanks
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 Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?

It’s hard to say anything without the side view of the bigger helmet
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@Newbieskiier, not sure if the Oakley ski lid does it, but the Oakley road bike lid adjusts to sit lower in your head.
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 Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.

Well, as Al says in our 'Best Ski Helmets' episode 'Fit is King'. Possibly take it into a shop for advice.
Listen to the pod if you'd like to know what MIPS means... wink

http://youtube.com/v/cuLp5KQM520
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