TIME FOR A NEW RIDING HAT

[ApacheWarrior1]

having had my hat for quite a few years now, and having had three falls in recent years resulting in concussion and loss of memory each time, what do people recommend nowadays as being the best headwear?

 

[Kaylum]

Really if you have had a fall you should change your hat straightaway as they are designed to spread the impact. Your very lucky that your hat kept working for you.

 

[Lipglosspukka]

Very naughty. I have had my hat too long, probably 6 years now and I really need to replace it, but I haven't fallen on it.

 

[AFB]

Something with the most up to date safety standard - then it depends on your budget, the shape of your head and whether you're looking for peaked or skull. The options are endless...

 

[OrangeAndLemon]

If it's been a while since your last hat fitting then you need to go to a shop with a good range and get fitted properly.

 

[ArklePig]

Sorry I have to ask, but when you hurt your head the second time did it occur to you you might have been better protected if you'd replaced the first time?

I second going to a shop, I'm a 57cm in one brand and 60 in another so always good to get fitted if you're buying something new. Where I am tack shops are open as essential service, is that an option for you?

 

[Meg_99]

To get back on topic, I like the HKM ones. Cheap enough and they all look good. Kask have a huge selection and are very nice but they're definitely an investment. Charles Owen are also a good one.

 

[awelshandawarmblood]

I've had my Champion ventair deluxe for 9 years & just replaced it with a Champion Revolve jockey skull - basically the same hat bit with the new MIPS technology. Its lovely & so comfy!

 

[throwawayaccount]

I have a samshield helmet which I love. it is so comfy and I feel completely protected in it.

personally, I found that the charles owen helmets gave me migraines- depending on your budget, I would definitely recommend a samshield.

 

[ycbm]

Look at MIPS rated hats.

 

[ApacheWarrior1]

Sorry I have to ask, but when you hurt your head the second time did it occur to you you might have been better protected if you'd replaced the first time?

I second going to a shop, I'm a 57cm in one brand and 60 in another so always good to get fitted if you're buying something new. Where I am tack shops are open as essential service, is that an option for you?

Sorry I have to ask, but when you hurt your head the second time did it occur to you you might have been better protected if you'd replaced the first time?

I did go and get my hat checked each time I fell and it was deemed safe.