Do youth football helmets expire?

Football helmets should be replaced no later than 10 years from the date of manufacture. Many helmets will need to be replaced sooner, depending upon wear and tear.

How many years is a football helmet certified for?

Many manufacturers have set the reconditioning cycle at every two years. After every second season, the helmet needs to be recertified and reconditioned again, by an authorized reconditioner/recertifier—there are over twenty which belong to the National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association—NAERA.

How long is a reconditioned football helmet good for?

Assuming there are no cracks or other internal damage, The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) states that football helmets must be reconditioned and recertified every two to ten years. The NFL takes safety to the next level.

How long do Riddell helmets last?

A. Some football helmet manufacturers have a shelf-life for their helmets, others don't. Riddell has a 10-year shelf-life on its helmets. Once they hit the 10-year mark, reconditioners must disassemble helmets and send the shell back to schools showing they have been destroyed.

How often do Schutt helmets need to be recertified?

In order to honor the shell warranty (after the first year of use), reconditioning by a NAERA certified reconditioner is required every other year. Use only factory replacement parts to validate the warranty. The warranty for ABS shells is three (3) years.

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How much does it cost to recertify a football helmet?

Reconditioning typically costs $30 to $40 per helmet, a savings of $150 to $350 when compared to the cost of a new helmet. Saving money is just one of the many benefits of proper reconditioning.

Does Riddell recondition Schutt helmets?

Our RECON Process

All interior parts and faceguards are removed allowing better inspection, cleaning and sanitizing. Internal parts are reinstalled in the same helmet and rejected parts are replaced with new OEM parts. Shells are inspected, cleaned, sanitized and prepped for finish.

How do I get my helmet recertified?

A NOCSAE drop test is performed before and after reconditioning and facemasks are reattached with new hardware. Following the test and reassembly, workers label the helmets with a recertification logo indicating the year and recertifying firm. The helmet can then return to the customer.

How much does it cost to repaint a football helmet?

Repainting can also add to the cost. The average cost can range from $40 to well over $100 per helmet depending on the helmet and how it has been used and degraded since new or last refurbished.

What are the recommendations for reconditioning helmets for various sports?

Reconditioning/Recertification and Sanitization during Covid-19: NAERA recommends every football, lacrosse, baseball and softball helmet issued during the time of Covid-19 and prior to being reissued to another athlete be reconditioned and recertified for the 2021 season unless stated otherwise by the manufacturer.

How long do football pads last?

Helmets have a lifespan of about 10 years, while shoulder pads may last up to three years depending on the player.

Where does Riddell make helmets?

Made in Ohio

Riddell employees have been making helmets in the Buckeye State by hand since the 90s. For several years, the Riddell manufacturing plant was based on Sugar Lane in Elyria. The 220,000-square-foot plant housed a couple hundred employees.

Are NFL helmets reused?

Fans who have been begging for the NFL to bring back alternate helmets need only wait one more year. The NFL sent a memo to clubs Thursday announcing that it will allow teams to wear two different helmets beginning in the 2022 season, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

How long do Cascade helmets last?

Helmets 10 years of age or older cannot be re-certified or reconditioned. Replace the helmet if it is no longer certified. Do not pass it on.

Do batting helmets expire?

The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment, or NOCSAE, sets the standard that any helmet more than 10 years from its initial certification is not eligible for recertification. Simply put, if you have a helmet that is more than 10 years old, you should replace it.

What do you do with old football helmets?

What Do You Do With Expired Football Helmets? Contact your local recyclers if you find a recycled recycling symbol written inside the helmet. They will need to confirm that types of plastic have been recycled. Recycling can be done curbside or at a recycling center if possible.

Does painting a helmet weaken it?

Depending on the paint that you use, you may end up weakening the helmet's structural integrity. That happens because the solvents or other chemicals in the paint might make your helmet unsafe for the road.

How do you get scratches out of a football helmet?

Prepare a soap water solution by mixing a little dishwashing liquid soap with warm water in a bowl. Dip a soft cloth in the bowl, squeeze out excess water and wipe the helmet all over with it. Gently rub a scrub brush over the scratches to even them out and remove them.

Where is the serial number on a Riddell helmet?

Riddell—usually a sticker near/under the liner above either ear hole lists a 4-digit code or month & year (0104 means the helmet was manufactured in January, 2004). If no label or code is found on the helmet, contact your sales person for proper identification and before placing the helmet in service.

Is Schutt going out of business?

On December 18, 2020, Kranos Corporation, which had done business as Schutt Sports, filed for Chapter 7 liquidation.

How long does it take for a Speedflex helmet to come in?

All in-stock merchandise (stock shoulder pads, loose helmet parts, and collectible helmets) average 1-2 weeks from the date the order was placed for delivery. Custom Power Shoulder Pads and nonstandard face masks will ship average 4-6 weeks from the date the order was placed for delivery.

How do you polish a black football helmet?

Just a dip in warm soapy water may be enough to get the pads clean. If they are especially grimy, a quick wipe with a soft microfiber or cotton cloth should be enough. Once they are dry, use the disinfectant spray to kill any stubborn bacteria. Once all the parts are clean and dry, just reassemble the helmet.