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Helmet Safety 101

Your complete guide to how riding helmets work, why horseback riding impacts are unique, and the golden rules every equestrian should follow.

Decoding Riding Helmet Certifications

A breakdown of top equestrian helmet brands, their featured models, and the specific safety certifications and testing protocols backing them up.

Helmet Shapes Across Top Brands

Helmet size is just a number, but fit is about geometry. A guide about head shapes, how to diagnose yours, and how to pick the right shell geometry for your ride.

Rotational Protection: Why KASK Uses WG11 Instead of MIPS

Instead of relying on a third-party add-on MIPS liner, KASK utilizes an integrated design approach verified by the KASK Rotational Impact WG11 Test Protocol.

Helmet Lifespan & Maintenance

Even the most beautiful helmet has an invisible expiration date. Here's what you need to know about its lifespan, fall physics, and maintenance.

MIPS Technology

Learn what MIPS actually is, and why are equestrian safety organizations and riders paying so much attention to it.

Virginia Tech Helmet Study

The Virginia Tech ratings are a great educational tool, but they aren't the end-all, be-all of helmet safety.

Helmet Accident Replacement Policy

Replace your helmet after any impact. The internal materials are designed for a single impact only. Olson's Tack Shop and all helmet manufacturers recommend replacement for your safety.

Custom Helmet Configurators

Design your dream helmet with brand configurators. Choose the details to create a helmet that perfectly reflects your unique style and fit. Start customizing now and make them truly yours!