Jockey helmets
 

Hi folks,

Perhaps someone could help me with a couple equipment questions:

Is there a particular jockey helmet manufacturer that dominates that share of that market? (i.e. like Riddell dominates the football helmet market)

Do the jockeys get to choose their own helmets, or are they just assigned in the tack room with the proper colors mounted?

Thanks!

Otis

I am pretty sure that jockeys use "helmet covers" to change the color of the helmet and all jockeys have a large selection of covers that fit their helmet. LAS and Charles Owens are the popular brands, among others

Speaking of jockey helmets, just saw this post of Facebook. Another reminder of the dangers of this occupation. Wow, is my reaction for sure

https://m.facebook.com/jockeysfund/p...pe=1&source=54

Helmet lawsuit by suffolk jock

http://www.paulickreport.com/news/th...r-head-injury/

googled jockey helmet -

http://www.ridertack.com/Jockey_Helmet_s/28.htm

That photo of Prado's helmet is insane!!!

Thanks for those that replied. Much appreciated. I am working on a business project that may ultimately involve jockey helmets and would like to approach the company(s) that the top jocks use.

Surprised to see how much these helmets cost. My wife is CFO/COO at Riddell and they sell their most advanced football helmets with impact-sensor technology to schools for a relatively cheap $150. The difference is probably down to economies of scale, although football helmets are seemingly more difficult to customize (they must be painted in team colors rather than putting a cloth over the top).

Cheers,

Otis

I'm not sure if the jockeys do it, but Charles Owen advises that you replace your helmet after any fall in which you hit your head due to compression of the internal cushion, even if the surface is not cracked. They maintain an injury datebase and offer you a % off a new helmet if it is less than 2 (?) years since you bought the helmet that needs to be replaced.

Yeah I have a few thoughts...

the same one you wore on the short bus.