12th January 2016, 10:15 AM
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Apparently the foam in the "old" helmets was too dense, and while it protected the head, it resulted in neck trauma. So they are putting more foam in, with a layer of shock absorbing foam, which does make the helmet heavier, but still protects the head, but most importantly the neck. Too many jockeys were sustaining neck and spinal injuries from bad falls.
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