However helmets seem to be a lot more popular amongst skiiers than snowboarders, in this respect I believe we have become more safety oriented. A lot is definitely thanks to the pro skiiers that show through their media exposure, edits and movies etc. that they use their helmets not just for competition, but also for cruising, backcountry and park etc.
This trend seems to be the opposite within snowboarding. I've seen several snowboard movies and there is hardly a helmet to be seen outside of competition shots.
So pros, keep wearing those helmets, you are the guys that inspire the next generation and basicly tell them what to wear.
Danny's injury serves as one of the sad truths of our sport. Given the risks we take, injuries are a common occurrence. Athletes deal with them on a seasonal basis, people heal, and despite gravity's best effort to thwart our progress, we persevere and continue participating in the sports we love. During difficult times of healing, it is important to embrace the positive, and wish the best for all those who have fallen participating in activities they love. While Danny heals, rest assured our thoughts and prayers will be with him throughout the process. After all, one of the greatest weapons athletes have against suffering is our sense of community.
Get well soon Danny T, you're the man the world needs your company!!!!!
PS...your handmade face masks are incredible and I can't wait to see the fresh colors in Hood this summer!
Been seeing danny around the mountain for so long always a really cool guy always happy to shred, such a tragic thing to happen Danny get better soon bud!