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If you are interested in bike helmets... 
In Response To: Serious question about sailing helmets ()
I would look at the POC helmets. While ventilation on most bike helmets is really good, coverage is not good for sailing. The helmet below is one that I recommend for kids on the MTB team that I help coach. Also look at skateboard helmets.
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- Serious question about sailing helmets
- You mean, a crew member with a hard head? Or a not very big, or a not very expensive helmet.
- You thinking of protection from falls? Or the boom?
- The Volvo crews have neat visors.
- http://www.sailingworld.com/gearing-volco-ocean-race
- Army surplus kevlar helmet?
- I'd go with a hockey helmet
- Thanks..we're cruisers but a skateboard
- If you are interested in bike helmets...
- There is only one choice for sailors
- Rafting Helmet?