Episode Details

In the fourth of this winter’s equipment specials, Iain is joined by Al Morgan to look at two really important areas of your winter wardrobe – helmets and goggles. 

Previous episodes in this series have included the Best Skis, Best Ski Boots and Best Ski Jackets for winter 2025.  

This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham. They are the winter sports specialists, with 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this winter. Alternatively, simply go to their website at ellis-brigham.com where you can buy online now.’

SHOW NOTES

‘Fit is King’
 Safety Standards (6:00)
 ‘Multi norm’ helmets (6:30) 
 EPS foam (8:45)
 MIPS (9:30)
 Fidlock buckle (11:45)
 Venting (12:00)
 Visor Helmets (14:15)
 Sustainability features (16:00)
 UV Protection (28:45)
 Fogging (29:45)
 How to use a lens cloth (30:45)
 When to change your lens (32:30)
 Photochromic lenses (33:45)
 Colour handling (34:30)

The Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets for 2025 

·       Giro Tor Spherical Helmet, £250 (17:45)
·       Atomic Savor Visor Helmet, £180 (19:15)
·       Bern Watts 2.0 MIPS, £160 (21:15)
·       Salomon Brigade Index Helmet, £110 (23:15)
·       Oakley Mod1 Helmet, £85 (24:30)
 
ELLIS BRIGHAM’S CHOICE (26:30)

Chrissy from Ellis Brigham in Braehead Garden chose the Smith Method Pro MIPS helmet 

The Best Ski and Snowboard Goggles for 2025

·       Julbo Launcher Reactiv, £280 (36:30) 
·       Oakley Line Miner Pro, £259 (39:30)
·       100% Snowcraft, £179 (41:30)
·       Smith Squad S, £125 (42:45)
·       Bloc Boa Recycle, £48 (44:30)

ELLIS BRIGHAM’S CHOICE (45:30)

Chrissy from Ellis Brigham in Braehead chose the Dragon DX3 Plus