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Olson’s Helmet Fitting & Safety Center
Finding the right riding helmet is about far more than style alone. At Olson’s Tack Shop, we specialize in professional helmet fitting and carefully curated brands for every rider — from first helmets to fully customized luxury designs. Explore trusted names including Samshield, KEP Italia, KASK, One K, Evoke, Tipperary, and more while discovering the fit, features, and technology that best support your riding goals.
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\ \ Command the judge’s eye\ \ Luxury Show Ring \ \ Pristine finishes, Swarovski crystals, and elite tailoring. Explore the pinnacle of equestrian elegance from Samshield, Kask, & KEP Italia.\ \ Shop Luxury](/content/collections/luxury-helmets/index.html) \ \ Traditional Elegance\ \ Classic Hunter Ring \ \ In the hunter ring, your style should never distract the judge. Collection of matte finishes and subtle tone-on-tone accents—honoring show-ring heritage with flawless, conservative elegance.\ \ Shop Classic Hunter Looks](/content/collections/classic-hunter-helmets/index.html) \ \ Bespoke elegance. Zero wait time.\ \ In-Stock Custom Masterpieces \ \ Skip the 4-8 week build delay. Shop our exclusive, hand-configured luxury helmets from Samshield and KEP Italia—ready to ship for your next show.\ \ Shop Ready-to-Ship Custom](/content/collections/in-stock-custom-samshield-kask-kep-helmets/index.html) \ \ Uncompromising safety, everyday pricing\ \ Value & Schooling \ \ Lightweight, highly ventilated helmets perfect for daily training, trail riding, and growing junior competitors. All under $300.\ \ Shop Everyday Fits](/content/collections/value-schooling-helmets/index.html)
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\ \ Under $300\ \ Everyday & Schooling \ \ Perfect for growing juniors, daily lessons, and rugged trail riders. Maximum ventilation meets uncompromising safety standards without the premium price tag.\ \ Shop Everyday Fits](/content/collections/helmet-guide/index.html) \ \ Under $600\ \ Mid-Tier Performance \ \ The sweet spot for competitive amateur and clinic riders. Step into advanced tech, sleek low-profile designs, and customizable comfort liners.\ \ Shop Mid-Tier](/content/collections/mid-tier-performance-helmets/index.html) \ \ Over $600\ \ Luxury Collection \ \ Command the arena with the pinnacle of equestrian elegance. Explore handmade masterpieces from Samshield, KASK, and KEP Italia featuring Swarovski accents.\ \ Explore Luxury](/content/collections/luxury-helmets/index.html)
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\ \ Advanced brain protection\ \ MIPS Safety Tech \ \ Engineered with multi-directional impact protection layers to redirect rotational forces during a fall. State-of-the-art safety.\ \ Shop MIPS Helmets](/content/collections/mips-ws11-helmets/index.html) \ \ Ultimate Sun Protection\ \ The Wide Brim \ \ Stay cool and shielded under a wider, polo-style brim without compromising on a seamless, sleek look.\ \ Shop Wide Brim](/content/collections/wide-brim-helmets/index.html) \ \ Dial in your comfort on the fly\ \ Adjustable Dial Fits \ \ Features integrated rear dial adjustment systems that let you fine-tune the tension in seconds.\ \ Shop Dial Fits](/content/collections/adjustable-dial-fit-helmets/index.html)
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\ Configure Your Signature Look Samshield Custom Lab \ \ Choose your top fabrics, crystal configurations, and metallic blazons. Build your rendering online and our team will manage the rest.\ \ Open Samshield Builder →](/content/pages/custom-helmets/index.html) \ Italian Craftsmanship, Tailored KASK Customizer \ \ Tailor your ultimate performance look. Configure premium gloss or matte shells, chrome grids, luxury leather chin straps, and elite Swarovski designs.\ \ Open KASK Builder →](/content/pages/custom-helmets/index.html) \ Bespoke Design Freedom KEP Italia Custom Suite \ \ The top matchy matchy choice to build the ultimate coordinated outfit. From custom panel textures to python detailing and personalization text & plates. Create a unique masterpiece tailored entirely to your show style.\ \ Open KEP Builder →](/content/pages/custom-helmets/index.html) \ Customizable Value Tech One K CCS System \ \ Modify your look instantly without buying an entirely new helmet. Explore interchangeable front shields, rails, and top panels to reflect your style. Mix and match these interchangeable pieces to create your own custom helmet.\ \ Shop One K System Parts →](/content/blogs/news/guide-one-k-custom-color-system-ccs/index.html)
The Ultimate Helmet Comparison Matrix
Every brand builds differently. Use our master fit guide to find the perfect shell shape, style, and security level for your head shape.
| Brand | Best For | Fit Shape | Shell & Liner System | Style Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samshield | Luxury show riders demanding premium airflow | Oval | Interchangeable Liners Customized foam thickness adapts to your head shape |
Fashion forward, high-end performance elegance |
| KEP Italia | Customization lovers & ultimate fit precision | Medium Oval | Modular Shell Sizing Separate round/oval memory foam liners available |
Editorial luxury, fully bespoke design options |
| KASK | Minimalist luxury & sleek profile seekers | Round-Medium | Click-In System Adaptive internal padding contours to unique cradles |
Elegant, Italian-crafted polished minimalism |
| One K | Best value premium with advanced safety | Multiple Fits | Convertible Padding Varying liner thicknesses accommodate standard/long ovals |
Practical tech meets traditional styling |
| LeMieux | Coordinated riders seeking modern, sleek styling | Oval | Dial-to-Fit Integrated micro-adjustment wheel for fine-tuning |
Sophisticated color matching, low-profile design |
| Freejump | Tech-driven riders looking for elite impact safety | Round-Medium | Multi-Density Foam Removable, highly impact-absorbent padding system |
Ultra-modern high tech, innovative carbon integration |
| Evoke | Modern, safety-focused everyday riders | Medium Oval | Interchangeable Liners Callisto crown pads fine-tune centimeter fits across 3 shell sizes |
Contemporary aesthetic, cutting-edge protection |
| Tipperary | Everyday schooling comfort & micro-adjustable fit | Round-Medium | Dial-to-Fit Featuring precision dial systems on Windsor, Caledon, & Clover |
Rugged, ultra-breathable, highly functional |
The Pacific Northwest's Premier Riding Helmet Destination
Since 1945, Olson’s Tack Shop has served the Seattle-area equestrian community as trusted helmet fitting experts. We curate advanced safety tech—including MIPS, lightweight carbon composites, and modular shell systems—from elite brands like Samshield, KEP Italia, and KASK to guarantee a precise, pressure-free centimeter fit.
Visit our Bellevue, WA showroom for a personalized, physical fitting, or shop our online catalog with complete confidence. All in-stock items ship daily direct from our storefront, reaching Pacific Northwest riders in just 1–2 business days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about helmets & helmet fit.
- How do I measure my head for a riding helmet?
Take a soft fabric measuring tape and wrap it horizontally around the widest part of your head—about 1 inch above your eyebrows and just above your ears, crossing the bump at the back of your skull. Keep the tape snug but not tight. Take the measurement in centimeters three times to ensure accuracy. If you land between centimeters, round up to the next full size.
- What head shape do I have?
Stand in front of a mirror or have someone look down at the top of your head from above:
Oval / Long Oval: Your head is distinctly longer front-to-back than it is wide side-to-side. (Look at brands like Samshield or LeMieux).
- Medium Oval: The most common shape—a slight oval that isn't excessively narrow or wide. (Look at KEP Italia or Evoke).
- Round / Round-Medium: Your head width side-to-side is almost equal to its length front-to-back. (Look at KASK, Tipperary, or Freejump).
What is a helmet "shell size"?
Premium brands like Samshield, KEP, KASK, and Evoke use a multi-shell sizing framework. Instead of manufacturing a different helmet for every single centimeter, they make 3 or 4 master outer shells (Small, Medium, Large). The exact centimeter fit is achieved using interchangeable, snap-in padded liners. For example, a Medium shell might accommodate a 56cm, 57cm, or 58cm liner. This means if your head shape changes or your hair is styled differently, you only have to swap a liner, not buy an entire new helmet.
- What if my helmet doesn’t fit when it arrives?
Don't panic—this is exactly why we use modular liner systems. If your new helmet pinches your forehead or feels slightly loose when it arrives, you do not need to ship the entire helmet back. Simply contact our fit team. We will help you diagnose the issue and ship you a thicker or thinner replacement liner to modify the internal shape and lock in your perfect fit, completely hassle-free.
- What is MIPS technology?
MIPS stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System. Traditional helmets are designed to protect against direct, straight-line impacts. MIPS introduces a low-friction layer inside the helmet that allows the shell to slide 10 to 15mm in any direction upon impact. This minor movement mimics the brain’s native protective fluid, redirecting and absorbing dangerous rotational (angled) forces that are common during a fall from a horse.
- How long do helmets last?
Even if you never have a fall, helmet manufacturers and safety organizations recommend replacing your riding helmet every 3 to 5 years. Over time, invisible environmental factors like heat exposure (leaving it in a hot tack trunk or car trunk), sweat acidity, UV rays, and hair products degrade the internal protective EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam layer, causing it to become brittle and lose its impact-absorption capabilities.
- Should I replace my helmet after a fall?
Yes, absolutely—even if you cannot see any damage. Riding helmets are engineered to be "one-impact systems." The protective EPS foam liner is designed to crush upon impact to protect your brain. Once that foam compresses, it cannot bounce back or absorb a second blow. A helmet that looks pristine on the outside can be completely fractured or useless on the inside. Always replace your helmet immediately following any impact where your head touches the ground.
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