How long is a football helmet certified for?

The rule that prevents recertification for helmets after 10 years is set by NAERA, the National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association.

Do football helmets have an expiration date?

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 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 do you certify a football helmet?

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.

Football Helmet Certification and Recertification TeamSafeSports

Does painting a football helmet void warranty?

Usage of non-compatible parts, polishes and/or cleaners will render the helmet shell unsafe for further use and will void warranties.

How much does it cost to recondition a football helmet?

"Typically for individuals reconditioning their helmets, they're anywhere from $60 to $100. Whole team reconditioning can differ, but average cost per helmet is around $40 to $50 and can be less for entry-level youth helmets."

How often do football helmets need to be recertified?

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.

What do you do with expired football helmets?

Re-purposing Old or Expired Helmets

If the helmet is old and tattered, or old and ugly, or has been crashed or damaged in some way, it would probably be best just to cut the straps off, hit it a few times with a sledge hammer and put it in the trash or recycle bin (maybe they do recycle locally).

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 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.

How long does it take to recondition a helmet?

Individual reconditioning orders average 4 weeks turnaround.

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.

Do helmets really expire?

In general, yes: Helmets have an expiration date. That's because exposure to sunlight, heat, and other elements degrades the foam and other parts of the helmet. Plus, helmets tend to get knocked around with use. You don't want to mess around with something designed to save your life.

How long are helmets good for?

The government testing body in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recommends replacing a bicycle helmet every five to 10 years. The Snell Memorial Foundation, which also certifies helmets for safety, states a firm five years.

How can you tell how old a football helmet is?

Note the demolition/removed from service date on your inventory*. Keys for determining the manufacturing date for a 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).

How often should riding hats be replaced?

Should I replace it? Most manufacturers recommend replacing your riding hat after 2000 hours. Roughly, this equates to around 5 years for the average rider, but if you ride professionally you may want to try to calculate your usage more accurately.

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.

Can you recycle football helmets?

The helmet shell and liner are both recyclable, and just to be sure that it's done right, Dashel will oversee the recycling process themselves.

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.

What does NOCSAE approved mean?

NOCSAE standards are created, revised and approved by the NOCSAE Standards Committee, which serves as a consensus body in accordance with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) due process requirements for standards development bodies.

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.

How much does a real NFL helmet cost?

Each helmet costs $950.

Can Riddell recondition Schutt helmets?

Helmet Reconditioning by AHR

Football helmets are usually good for up to 10 years, but they should be reconditioned every 2 years to keep them safe and reliable. We can recondition helmets of any manufacturer including Riddell, Schutt, and Xenith, and are committed to providing the highest level of customer service.