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. RELATED LINKS: Blister Recommended Shop: Boone Mtn Sports Get Covered: BLISTER+ VIDEOS: Blister YouTube Channel 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) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas Blister Podcast Off The Couch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.