It then monitors and alerts sideline staff when a player sustains a significant impact during a game or practice. InSite is designed for all levels of the game and is a unique technology that is integrated seamlessly into the liner of the helmet. The SpeedFlex is also the first helmet built from the ground up with Riddell’s InSite Impact Response System – the company’s latest head impact monitoring technology – in mind. Removable padding system designed for ease-of-use when switching pads New interior liner that conforms to the shape of a player’s head as well as fits the contours of the helmet shell (crown, back/side, occipital lock, face frame) for improved comfort and fitĬradles the head for a secure and customized fit Technology feature consists of side shell extensions combined with side liner systems Patented Side Impact Protection is research-based, mandible protection that helps reduce the forces from side impacts. Strategic combination of padding materials inside of the helmet absorb impact energy and retain their position and purpose over extended durations of playįace mask removal has never been easier or faster Thinner and lighter, high performance face mask improves sightlines and field vision for the athlete HIGH STRENGTH SPRING STAINLESS STEEL FACE MASK Other features unique to SpeedFlex and other Riddell helmets include:įlexibility engineered into the helmet’s shell, face mask and face mask attachment system reduces impact force transfer to the athleteĪ new ratchet-style chinstrap attachment system developed based on elite player feedback and designed for easy, efficient adjustments that can keep up with the game’s faster pace and offer a new way to help secure proper fit each playįive areas for air inflation (crown, back/side, occipital lock, jaw pads) for a custom fitĬool, aggressive, streamlined shell design with fully integrated components and innovations for peak athlete performance and state of the art protection Modern aesthetic modifications coupled with Riddell’s vast engineering capabilities and deep-rooted knowledge of the game bring about a helmet that not only boasts a bold new look, but carries the protection benefits to match. Riddell understands players’ desire to look and feel confident when they strap on a helmet. MODERN AESTHETICS MEET ENGINEERING EVOLUTION We incorporate direct feedback from the playing field so athletes will have the best possible experience with the product.” “We don’t simply stop at the information we find in the research field.

“At Riddell, we base our helmet innovations and advancements on science and research,” said Thad Ide, Riddell’s senior vice president of research and product development, and BRG Sports Advanced Concepts’ division lead. This scientific data coupled with years of dedicated research, repeated on-field testing, and in-depth player feedback resulted in unique features like the new chinstrap system and interior liner that conforms to the shape of a player’s head for greater comfort. It also guided the strategic combination of composite energy materials used throughout the helmet.

Information gathered from the systems directed where and how Riddell engineers built flexibility into the shell and facemask. SpeedFlex boasts a significant design story built on more than 2 million points of data captured from Riddell’s head impact monitoring technologies. We’re confident these new features will quickly become design standards for Riddell, and raise the bar for football helmet performance and protective technologies across the industry.” “With this helmet we sought to improve player protection while delivering tangible benefits to the athlete. “We’re excited to formally introduce the SpeedFlex as the next milestone in Riddell’s rich history of football innovations,” said Dan Arment, president of Riddell. The latest offering from the world’s leading helmet manufacturer also boasts improved sightlines, a new ratchet-style chinstrap attachment system and a cool, modern design for unparalleled performance. Riddell today officially introduced the SpeedFlex, a new helmet that reduces impact force transfer to the athlete by selectively adding flexibility to key helmet components.

– Aug– The future of football helmets has arrived. World’s Leading Helmet Manufacturer Combines Flexibility and Functionality Latest Offering Aims to Enhance Player Performance and Protection

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