Charles Owen has incorporated an energy absorbing peak into their popular hat range, making it safer than most jockey skulls. This technological breakthrough has enabled riders to retain a smart and traditional appearance, whilst remaining safe.
The Showjumper XP has a slightly lower profile than previously with a shallower peak yet retains the classical deep fit. The supersoft headband is embedded with high tech silver ions, providing built-in antimicrobial protection, keeping the helmet hygienic and free from smells.
Kitemarked to PAS015, BSEN1384. Also Certified by SEI to ASTM F1163 in sizes 63/8 - 8.
Riding Hat Standards:
BSEN1384: 1997 - This standard replaced both the Riding Hat and Jockey Skull British Standards. It is exactly the same as EN1384: 1996 published by the Centre for European Normes in Brussels. This European Standard is a major leap forward over previous British standards. Although the height from which helmets are dropped has been reduced, injury to the brain has been reduced by nearly 40%, an bottom edge protection is now required. Chin cups are no longer allowed.
PAS015: 1998 - With the official publication of EN1384, certain differences occurred between PAS015 and EN:1384 which were not forseen in 1994. This revision removes those differences as well as addressing new areas of protection which existed in most approved PAS015 models. Namely, crush resistance and prevention of brain injury where landing on an edged surface. Due to initial problems with more rigid, chin-cup-less helmets, a stability test is included to limit excessive movement during wearing, or a fall. Most British organisations recommend this level of protection.
ASTM: F1163 - This is a U.S. Standard the main differences being helmets are allowed larger ventilation slots and they are tested with a greater impact, but the allowed injury is also greater.
The Kitemark - The Kitemark is the registered trademark of the BSI and can only be affixed to products certified by them as meeting and being continually tested to the required standard.
SEI - This is an American organisation, similar to BSI, which was set up to endorse the products that meet the claimed standard and that which is constently maintained.
Available in Colour - Navy, Black,
Available in Sizes - 6, 6 1/8, 6 1/4, 6 3/8, 6 1/2, 6 5/8, 6 3/4, 6 7/8, 7, 7 1/8, 7 1/4, 7 3/8, 7 1/2, 7 5/8, 7 3/4, 7 7/8, 8,
Toni: 25 Jun 2010
Love this hat. Just bought my second one of these feel really nice on and very classic. Doesnt let me get too hot either
