This pro shop carries a variety of brands and has accumulated a wealth of user feedback. It offers early access to see and try out next season's new models, and possesses a keen ability to discern high-quality products. Let's ask the shop staff about their "most noteworthy snow helmet" from the 26-27 new models
ARCUS | POC
ARCUS
Size: XS–S,M–L,X–XXL
Color: Pargasite Green (Hydrogen White, Uranium Black Matt, Mineral Gray Matt, Prismane Red Matt, Apatite Navy Matt/6 colors in total)
¥50,600
◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/poc/
helmet boasts a stylish look and undeniable safety
. Its design, inspired by ice hockey helmets, is incredibly cool! As someone who's hooked on the NHL, I absolutely love this design. With MIPS technology, safety is guaranteed, making it the perfect combination of looks and peace of mind.
FORNIX MIPS | POC
FORNIX MIPS
PC Shell
Size: XS-S, ML, XL-XXL
Color: Blixten Blue Matt (8 colors in total)
\37,400
◆Official Website:https://www.full-marks.com/poc/
its improved fit and wide range of colors
, this helmet prioritizes safety while also boasting a design that prioritizes comfort and lightness. The 360° fit system gently wraps around the head, ensuring comfort even during extended use. The 26-27 size comes in a wide variety of 8 colors, making it easy to find your favorite.
HSF-241 MIPS | SWANS
HSF-241 MIPS
Size: M (53-57cm) / L (58-61cm)
Color: MBK Matte Black
(OW Off-White, IVO Ivory / 3 colors total)
Weight: M (450g) / L (470g)
￥30,800
◆Official Website:https://swans.co.jp
As expected from a Japanese-made product, the fit and reliability are
guaranteed. Swans, being a domestic brand, fits Japanese heads very well. This model is lightweight and equipped with MIPS, making it highly safe, so I highly recommend it.
Junichi Sato, Staff member at outdoor shop Permark
LINER (LOGO)｜OUTOF
LINER
Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Color: LOGO (Black, Dark grey, White, Military green, Night blue, 6 colors in total)
\19,800
◆Available at:https://www.hasco.co.jp/
Backed by a proven track record
, OUTOF offers the best value helmets. OUTOF is a brand used by riders such as Marcus Cleveland, who placed 4th in snowboard slopestyle at the 2026 Milan Olympics, and Alex Hackel, a 1000ski rider and X-Games medal winner, and is steadily gaining popularity in Europe.
Mt.Peaks has been carrying this brand since its inception, and it's known for its lenses that change light in 0.9 seconds (ELECTRA) and lenses that incorporate both photochromic and polarized properties in the outer lens (THE ONE)
Out of has finally created a helmet from scratch. And it's incredibly affordable at just 19,800 yen (tax included). Weighing in at a mere 350g, it's one of the lightest helmets in the industry, and comes in a wide range of sizes from XS to XXL. The chin strap buckle is also magnetic, making it the best value helmet available! We highly recommend this ultra-lightweight helmet set up with Out of's high-performance goggles for anyone who wants to ski or snowboard comfortably at all times
MACON2.0｜Bern
MACON 2.0
Sizes: S-XXXL
Color: MATTE MOSS GREEN
(MATTE BLACK/LIME, MATTE AMAZON BLUE, MATTE BLACK, MATTE NAVY, MATTE SAND, MATTE MINT, MATTE WHITE, SATIN DEEP PURPLE, MATTE RETRO FOREST GREEN/11 colors in total)
Average weight: 310g
¥12,100
◆Official Website:https://bernjapan.com/
Lightweight and offering an exceptional fit,
the MACON 2.0, with its selectable specifications for different uses, is a true classic helmet! Its classic status suggests it's highly regarded by many. Lightweight and a great fit! That's the main point. Furthermore, the availability of summer, plus, and team models to choose from is a welcome feature. As a shop that encourages off-season training, we highly recommend Burn helmets, which can be used both in summer and winter.
Methods Pro | SMITH
Method Pro
Size: SL (Asia Fit)
Color: Matte Black
(Matte White, Matte Granite Blue, Matte Dusk, Matte Komodo/5 colors in total)
¥37,950
◆Official Website:https://smithjapan.co.jp/
has been redesigned to fit the head shape of Japanese people, with the mold
updated from scratch for Japanese and other Asians. The current model was already quite comfortable to wear, but the 26-27 model has evolved even further. It adopts a Round Contour Shell that has been redesigned to fit the head shape of Japanese people.
This allows for a more compact overall mold size for the helmet, resulting in a sleeker silhouette. The interior space is still ample, providing a comfortable and gentle fit that envelops the entire head. The design also makes the helmet appear less bulky and more compact
STASH｜K2
STASH
Size: S, M, L/XL
Color: black, smoke (2 colors)
\25,300
◆Official Website:http://www.k2japan.com/brand/k2_ski.html
Simple and incredibly lightweight at just 380g,
the STASH helmet boasts a simple design, making it ideal for freestylers. Its most striking feature is its light weight of 380g, which is immediately apparent when you hold it in your hand. If you prioritize a lighter head, this is a helmet you should definitely check out.
SWITCHER 2Vi MIPS｜SWEET PROTECTION
SWITCHER 2Vi MIPS
Size: SM, ML, LXL, XXL
Color: FLAOR /Flame Orange (DPTEA/Deep Teal, DTBLK/Dirt Black, GSWHT/Gloss White, PLAGR/Platinum Gray, WARTH/Warm Thunder/6 colors in total)
Weight: 600g
\57,200
◆Official Website:https://sweetprotection.jp/
evolved, with improvements in lightness, durability, impact resistance, and fit
. Now equipped with 2Vi technology, it boasts significantly improved lightness, durability, and impact resistance. The fit has also been improved with a wider width than previous models. Even those who previously couldn't wear Sweet Protection helmets because they didn't fit their head shape may now be able to wear this one! Be sure to try it out at a store.
