Snowboarding specific helmets are awesome. They keep your head comfy and warm, even on the coldest days. I started out with an old Pro-tec skateboarding helmet that had no insulation, and nearly froze my head off.

As a new snowboarder, you will likely spend a lot of time on the ground. Just make sure that you have some sort of waterproof layer below the waist.

Good luck and have fun. You’ll be hooked once you link a few turns and can make it a good way down the mountain.