Today we’re discussing current helmet technology, head injuries, and best practices for skiers & snowboarders with Blister reviewer (and physician assistant), Sascha Anastas; Sr. Director of R&D at Giro, Steven Kennedy; the CMO of MIPS, Frederik Kjellberg; and pro skier, Drew Petersen.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

MIPS Backstory & Purpose (4:28)

Skull Fractures & Concussions (9:10)

Helmet R&D & Various Testing Standards (14:50)

Athlete Perspective on Helmet Testing (19:56)

Advice for Buying Helmets (25:02)

Different Versions of MIPS (28:06)

Drew’s Take: Choosing Helmets (30:36)

Replacing Helmets: When & Why? (32:00)

Audience: Mental Side of Accidents (35:02)

Audience: Concussions & Long-Term Effects (42:57)

Audience: Helmet Replacement Cont. (44:28)

Closing Thoughts (46:20)

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