Hello!

Recently, I have starting taking riding lessons and have been renting a helmet from my school. Now, I am eager to purchase one. On the market, there are so many different models, varying in price range. Can anyone suggest or advise me on a good quality helmet that isn’t too pricey, please. Also, which are the best brands?

Thanks for your help!

Hi,

I dont know where abouts you live but i went to decathlon to get my riding hat. They had a massive range and much much cheaper then buying from a tack shop. i think i paid about £30 for my hat. the two i had previous to that cost me nearly £70 from the riding school!

Just make sure it fits you correctly. someone in the shop will be trained to fit riding hat so make sure you ask!!

Hi, as with many things, the style of hat will largely be down to personal preference and also the use that you'll be getting out of your hat.

I woud ALWAYS recommend that you go to a saddlery where you can have a hat/helmet fitted by a BETA qualified hat fitter, the fit of the hat and the chin strap are imperitive in protecting you if (when) you fall off! For a beginning/novice, the general recommendation is for a 'Jockey Skull Cap', the styles of these are getting better and better, both Charles Owen and Champion make some really good looking/comfortable helments, as do Gatehouse (these 3 brands, I'd say are the market leaders - and for good reason!).

Have a good look on the web to have a look at various styles, but PLEASE don't buy online as you really do need to have a helmet fitted properly.

Good luck in finding the right helmet for you!!