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A hat under a child's helmet mustn't change how the helmet sits, and nothing on it should be able to catch. On the lift and playing in the snow, the ears stay covered.
Key points
Under a helmet: a thin hat or balaclava, no bobble. Adjust the helmet with it on.
No cords or long ties that could catch on a lift or a branch.
A neck tube, not a scarf: loose ends can get caught on a drag lift.
Size by head circumference in cm. Heads grow slowly, so a hat often lasts two winters.
Which hat for which ski day?
Use
What matters
Your pick
Ski school with a helmet
What mattersHelmet sits firm and level
Your pickThin helmet liner or balaclava
Cold day on the drag lift
What mattersNeck covered, nothing loose
Your pickBalaclava or neck tube
Playing in the snow
What mattersEars covered, wind
Your pickKnit beanie with fleece lining
Spring skiing
What mattersSun, lots of sweat
Your pickOften the helmet alone is enough
What to look for
Question
In short
Why
Will it fit under a kids' helmet?
In shortOnly if thin and smooth
WhyA ski helmet certified to EN 1077 only protects if it sits firmly. Try hat and helmet on together and readjust the fit system before your child sets off.
Which size?
In shortMeasure the head
WhyAge ranges are only a rough guide. Measure just above the eyebrows and ears. Stretchy rib knit allows a few centimetres either way.
What is safe?
In shortNothing that dangles
WhyCords, ties and scarf ends can catch on lifts, chairs or branches. A hat with a snug edge plus a neck tube is the better choice.
Merino or synthetic?
In shortBoth work
WhyFine merino hardly itches and stays warm when damp. Synthetics dry faster and usually cope better with the washing machine.
Frequently asked questions
Does my child need a hat under the helmet?
Usually not, kids' helmets are padded. On very cold days a thin liner or balaclava helps. Then readjust the helmet: it shouldn't wobble when your child shakes their head.
Why a neck tube rather than a scarf?
A scarf has loose ends that can catch on a drag lift, a chairlift or branches and pull at the neck. A neck tube sits close and pulls up over mouth and nose.
How long will a kids' hat fit?
Often longer than jacket and trousers, since the head grows slowly from nursery age on. Don't buy a size up: a hat that's too big slips over the eyes or shifts the helmet.
How do I wash kids' hats?
As the label says, usually on a wool or delicates cycle. Take the bobble off if it unpops and dry the hat flat.
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