The most important, advanced and technical piece of gear you own is your brain. From beginner to world champion, you have to keep it safe.
You are expected to wear a helmet from day one in all free-flight sports, and in many countries (although not all) it’s a legal requirement, even when groundhandling. Specific helmets are designed for specific activities. They must meet corresponding European Standards (EN) to be sold in Europe. Look for the CE mark inside your helmet. The requirements vary slightly by activity so it is a good idea to use a helmet certified for airborne sports according to the EN-966 standard.
Head first
The two most important properties for a helmet are the shock absorption (where you fall head-first onto something)...
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