What is a football speed helmet?
A common question I often get is what is the difference between a speed helmet and a regular football helmet? A speed helmet refers to the holes you see on top of the helmet. Certain players started wearing this style of helmet. Riddell, who makes the NFL helmets, made a retail version available.
How much force can a football helmet take?
It was found that the helmets could withstand 2,500 Newtons or about 562 pounds of force.
Is the Riddell Speed good?
The Speed continues to test well in every major study and is still popular at all levels, but it’s over 10 years old at this point. An older helmet does not equal a bad helmet by any means, but the newer helmet received the #5 spot. Get the Riddell Speed for $340, Riddell.com.
How does the SpeedFlex helmet work?
When a player is hit, a five-point sensor (called a player unit) located in the helmet liner measures the impact. If the impact (or series of impacts) falls outside of an acceptable range, the sensor issues a wireless alert, which is received on a monitor by a coach or staff member on the sideline.
When did the Revo Speed come out?
2008
It is the latest advancement to follow major helmet releases by Riddell in the last decade – including the Revolution Speed (2008), and Riddell 360 (2012) – and is designed to reduce the impact of head-to-head collisions so dangerous in America’s favorite sport.
How many hits can a football helmet take?
These force detecting sensors showed that an average high school player is taking about 650 impacts to the head each season, and some players topped out at 2,000.
How many G’s is a football hit?
Summary: A head injury expert says that most concussions deliver 95 g’s to the human body upon impact. G-force is a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity. In addition, the average football player receives 103 g’s when hit during a game.
Why is the SpeedFlex so popular?
The Speedflex has a unique “flex” panel on the crown of the helmet that actually flexes to absorb contact. On top of the top notch safety, the Speedflex is also one of the best looking helmets on the market. When it debuted in 2014, it quickly became a player (and fan) favorite because of it’s sharp look.
Why is a SpeedFlex helmet so good?
The SpeedFlex helmet features a bold new look with a cool, aggressive streamlined shell design. The stainless steel facemask offers better field vision for the player while the padding materials inside the helmet help to absorb impact energy while retaining position and purpose over extended durations of play.
What is the hexagon on football helmets?
That Hexagon you’re referring to is part of the Flex system found on the Riddell Speedflex. It is a movable piece that moves upon impact by a very small amount and is supposed to disperse the hit throughout the helmet. This is what the stock helmet looks like and here are some pictures of players using the helmet.
What is the Riddell Revolution Speed authentic NFL football helmet?
The Riddell Revolution Speed Authentic NFL Football Helmet is the exact same helmet worn on the field! Tru-Curve aggressive shell constructed of polycarbonate material, polyvinyl-coated steel facemask, full interior snap-out padding, 4pt chin strap and official team colors/decals.
Who does the reconditioning of the helmet?
Typically, the manufacturer of the helmet does the reconditioning. I see that there is no difference in weight between a adult size helmet & a youth helmet. Is there any difference between the helmets other than the plastic material for youth?
What’s the best football helmet to buy?
So whether you’re looking for a top of the line option like the Riddell SpeedFlex or Schutt F7, or you’re just getting started with a Riddell Speed Youth or Schutt Recruit Hybrid, we’ve got you covered. If you’ve got questions about football helmets, you’ve come to the right place.
Can I return an old football helmet?
Football helmets are returnable within our standard return policy as long as they have not been used at all.