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A Nutty Idea? Convertible Helmets for Skiing and Biking Kids

April 10, 2013 by braveskimom

all season nutcase little nutty helmet ski bike
A Little Nutty ski and bike helmet from Nutcase. Shown in Swirl, one of 10 creative designs available.

brave ski mom logoLonger days, brighter sun, and slushy snow: it must be spring. If you’re like many skiing families, spring is when you transition from skiing or snowboarding to biking.

Today, I’ve got a review and giveaway of season spanning Little Nutty helmets from Nutcase. Designed for kids up to age 4, the Little Nutty easily converts from snowsports to biking and is safety certified for both sports.

One (Super Cute) Helmet Does It All

The idea behind the Little Nutty helmet is simple: active families can invest in one helmet instead of two and get double-duty and double the value (with less clutter!).

What Is It?

Available in 10 creative designs, Little Nutty helmets are made of a sturdy plastic outer shell, with a thick solid foam insert and padding (just like any helmet).

Kid-Friendly Features

The outer shell, has 360 degree reflectivity which is a nice touch, and a sliding magnetic clasp, which holds tight and is pinch proof. The chin strap has a soft cover, so you can adjust it to fit comfortably under your child’s chin and there is a dial on the back for overall sizing. There is also a goggle clip for skiing and snowboarding. So far, so good.

little nutty nutcase helmet in swirl with pads
Every Little Nutty Snow and Bike Helmet comes with ear pads and a liner for snowsports, as well as pads for biking. Also, a rubber bracelet that says “I Love My Brain.”

Why It’s Special

What sets the Little Nutty helmet apart is the ability to convert the helmet from biking to snowsports and back again. Also, the graphics are cute and unique!

The helmet I demoed came set up for snowsports. The snowsports pads include thick, furry ear pads that slide into a slot between the outer shell and hard foam lining. Elastic straps on the ear pads slide over each side of the chin strap to ensure they stay in place.

Once attached, the ear pads (at least when the helmet is new — I can’t say how they’ll well they’ll stay with use) stay tightly in place, no matter how hard you tug on the chin strap. I found them a little bit difficult to insert initially, mostly because I was trying to line  the upper edge of the ear pad flush with the lower edge of the helmet. While they line up closely, they are not a perfect match.

Quick Change 

To convert the helmet for biking, remove the ear pads completely, detach the soft fleece and mesh liner and replace it with the included foam pads. If you’re going to be biking in cold weather, you can leave the ear pads in place, but you still need to use the foam biking pads inside the helmet.

little nutty removing ear pads
To convert the helmet from snowsports to biking, detach the ear pads.
convert little nutty helmet
Pull out the mesh and furry liner.
little nutty bike helmet
Put the biking pads in place.
little nutty ski bike helmet
And voila! A ski helmet becomes a bike helmet!

The only downside? You have to keep track of the pads you’re not using.

And there you have it: one helmet, two sports, four seasons. A nutty idea? I think not.

Nutcase Helmets

In addition to the Little Nutty snow and bike helmet, Nutcase Helmets also makes a Little Nutty street sport helmet, as well as motor sport, street sport, snow sport and water sport helmets for all ages, including adults. If you bike and skate, they make a convertible skate and bike helmet for adults.

Little Nutty Helmet Giveaway

little nutty snow and bike helmets
Some of the designs available. Image courtesy Nutcase Helmets.

I am so excited to kick off spring (and biking season) by giving away one of these brilliant (and adorable) helmets! 

Little Nutty helmets will fit most kids up to age 4 (head size 18-20.5 inches or 46-52 cm).

To win your choice of a Little Nutty helmet, simply leave a comment here at Brave Ski Mom and follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or Pinterest.

For a bonus entry, follow Nutcase Helmets on Facebook or Twitter.

One winner will be chosen from all eligible entries on Thursday, April 18.

Good luck!

Related Posts: 

  • Kids, Safety and Ski Helmets: Some Questions and Answers, October 15, 2012. 
  • Ski Helmets: Should Kids Have a Choice, October 17, 2011.
  • Of Course You Should Put a Lid on Your Kid, November 18, 2010.
  • Tail Wags Helmet Covers: One Mom’s Mission to Stop Naked Riding, March 18, 2013.
  • Ski Fashion 2012-2013: Winter Styles for Cool Kids, October 17, 2012.

To facilitate this review, I received one Little Nutty Helmet in the Swirl design. As always, all opinions are my own and are exactly what I would tell my family and friends.

This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Emilie!

© 2013 – 2017, braveskimom. All rights reserved. Any use or publication of content, including photos, requires express permission.

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  1. Kimberly says

    April 10, 2013 at 8:29 am

    fantastic give away!!! thank for introducing me to this new helmet!!!

    • braveskimom says

      April 10, 2013 at 9:40 am

      You are so welcome! I think its one of the best products I’ve seen! Good luck !

  2. Kimberly says

    April 10, 2013 at 8:31 am

    I follow you on Facebook and pinterest….and nutcase on Facebook

    • braveskimom says

      April 10, 2013 at 9:41 am

      Thank you! You’re entered twice! Cheers!

  3. Sarah says

    April 10, 2013 at 10:41 am

    This is awesome! I’d rather keep track of the pads then have to store two helmets.

  4. Lindsay says

    April 11, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Amazing! This would be so great for our family!!! Those nutcase folks are so smart.

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:03 am

      They are so smart! And such good designers. Truly, this is one of my favorite products of the year! Good luck!

  5. Roberto says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:17 am

    Nice looking helmet and great idea. Follow you on FB and there are a couple of your stickers stuck somewhere in the Midwest.

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:26 am

      Thanks Roberto! You’re in twice and thanks for sharing the BSM stickers! Good luck!

  6. Peg says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:22 am

    Love these!!! I love the option for all my kids to have just one helmet too! I am all about less stuff! They can also wear these rollerblading!

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:27 am

      Thanks Peg! So nice to be able to consolidate gear — especially when it’s well made! Good luck !

  7. Emilie says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:24 am

    I’ve been looking for something like this!

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:28 am

      Good luck! And thanks for commenting! FYI, I just saw another Little Nutty helmet at REI yesterday — a watermelon! Adorable!

  8. Vivien Van Leeuwen says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:35 am

    What a cool giveaway!! I’d love one for my kiddos! I follow BSM on facebook!!

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:43 am

      Thanks and good luck!

  9. Vivien Van Leeuwen says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:35 am

    I follow nutcase helmets on fb!!

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 7:44 am

      Excellent! You’re in twice!

  10. Valerie says

    April 16, 2013 at 8:19 am

    It’s hard to find small helmets that are available in fun colors. I love that it can be used for multiple sports too! I follow both sites on fb.

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 9:46 am

      Thanks Valerie! You are entered twice. I appreciate the follow! Cheers!

  11. Adrienne says

    April 16, 2013 at 10:49 am

    Funny – Was just looking at these helmets the other day for my soon-to-be 3 year old who is getting a new KinderBike. LOVE the idea behind a helmet designed for multiple sports and she of course LOVES the fun designs/colors. Thanks for the review and we have our fingers crossed!

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 1:38 pm

      I love the designs, too! So creative. Good luck…how exciting to get your soon-to-be-3 on two wheels!

  12. Lisa Richardson says

    April 16, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    1 helmet, 2 sports, 4 seasons. Genius. Where’s the Grown Up version?

    • braveskimom says

      April 16, 2013 at 1:39 pm

      There’s a grown up version, but it’s skate/bike. So unless you’re riding a long board, instead of skis or a snowboard, you’re limited to 1 season (or 3). Still, great graphics. You and your baby can match! Good luck!

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