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Your Guide to Choosing The Best Snowmobile Helmet

Jan. 14 2022 Buying Guide By Road Track & Trail

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Snowmobiling has become a popular winter sport for many people. Snowmobile helmets have evolved more over the years, so choosing the best one for you can be difficult. Visit Road Track & Trail in Big Bend, Wisconsin, to browse our inventory of snowmobile helmets and other accessories. Milwaukee, Waukesha and Wisconsin, and Chicago, Illinois, customers are welcome to check us out, too!

Full-Face Helmets

Full-face helmets provide the most support if you're involved in an accident. They're also the best for holding in the heat to protect your face and head from the cold. In addition, there are lower amounts of wind noise and buffeting since there's more coverage. Therefore, it's the preferred choice for some trail riders because it's versatile for multiple situations and offers the most protection. 

Modular and Snocross> 

Modular helmets have a unique ability that allows you to lift the chin bar while stopped. This makes it possible for riders to access their faces quickly without removing the whole helmet. More active riders enjoy the Motocross and Snocross helmets. In place of the face shield, the rider can wear google to protect their eyes. Because the goggles are closer to their face, they offer them a greater field of vision. In addition, to this ability, the motocross helmet provides more ventilation for the rider. There's more chance of sweat in more active riding styles, so this benefits the rider greatly. 

Dual Sport Helmet and Dual Pane Shields 

The dual sport helmet provides a face shield but still has the shape of the Motocross and Snocross helmets. While being more accessible to maintain than goggles, the shield still allows a good field of vision and ventilation. There is also the need for dual pane shields and lenses in snowmobile helmets. This is why a motorcycle helmet will not work for the snowmobile sport. Motorcycle helmets only have a single pane face shield, so there's less protection in the event of an accident. 

Other Features and Matters To Consider

In addition to the types of helmets, there are other items a rider should consider when buying a helmet. These features and items include:

  • Frames
  • Heated Electric Shield
  • Breath Guard
  • Ventilation
  • Safety Rating
  • DOT Ratings
  • Snell
  • ECE Ratings

Your riding style and preference often determine the type of riding helmet you should purchase. However, you should also be aware of these additional features and ratings to decide which helmet is right for you. Feel free to stop by Road Track & Trail in Big Bend, Wisconsin, for all your snowmobiling needs. We also serve the Milwaukee, Waukesha and Wisconsin, and Chicago, Illinois areas.