This season's dubious record of 17 deaths at Colorado ski resorts raises questions about the safety of the sport. After all, hurtling down a mountain at breakneck speed can be dangerous. The introduction of helmets for skiers has been adopted to some degree, but not all skiers and boarders wear helmets. What do you think? Should skiers and boarders be required to wear helmets? Or is the adrenaline rush that comes with skiing or boarding without a helmet part of the thrill? Share your thoughts with the comments link below!

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