How often should lacrosse helmets be replaced?

How often should lacrosse helmets be replaced?

If a helmet has not be re-certified annually, and it is older than 3 years, it is no longer certified. An authorized re-certification entity can re-certify this helmet at any time up to 10 years from the date of manufacture of the helmet. Helmets 10 years of age or older cannot be re-certified or reconditioned.

Is Cascade coming out with a new lacrosse helmet?

The Cascade S helmet is the first new helmet offering from Cascade in six years, and it replaces the R as the best lacrosse helmet in the game. I think this helps explain why it took Cascade around three years to introduce their newest lid, the S helmet, to the lacrosse market.

Where are Cascade lacrosse helmets made?

A: ALL Cascade orders are built within 48hrs of receiving the order from an Authorized Retailer. All Cascade products are built in the USA and shipped from Syracuse, NY. A: To return a helmet for certified modification, you can begin the process by clicking this Certified Modification link.

What happened to the Cascade R?

The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) has announced that the Cascade R model lacrosse helmet no longer complies with NOCSAE standard ND041 and that Cascade’s certification of compliance on that helmet model only is invalid.

What is the NOCSAE warning?

The warning label requirement has long been a part of each standard and is intended to warn participants of the possibility of head or neck injury despite the fact a certified helmet is being worn. The helmet is designed to help protect the head.

Should I buy a used lacrosse helmet?

Used Lacrosse Gloves: Lacrosse gloves are a little trickier to purchase used, since gloves tend to wear out quickly. Used Lacrosse Helmets: If your son does not need a specific team helmet, it’s a great idea to buy a used lacrosse helmet. There are youth and adult helmets, so make sure you are getting the right one.

Which lacrosse helmet is the best?

The Best Senior Lacrosse Helmets

1. Cascade S – The Safest Lacrosse Helmet and Best Lacrosse Helmet For Concussions.
2. STX Rival – Best Fitting Lacrosse Helmet.
3. Warrior Burn – Most Innovative Lacrosse Helmet.
4. Cascade CPX-R – Best Budget / Value Lacrosse Helmet.

How often should you replace a batting helmet?

You want to recertify the helmet and use it this year. So long as the helmet is presented to a licensed recertification entity and the helmet is not more than ten years from the date of initial certification, then it is eligible for recertification.

What is nocsae approved?

NOCSAE is the only athletic equipment standards development organization that mandates independent third-party certification of compliance, in accordance with ANSI/ISO 17065 international guidelines. NOCSAE has designated Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) as the certifying body for this purpose.