Keep your young football star primed for action and safe on the field with the Riddell(R) SpeedFlex Helmet. Patented Side Impact Protection (PSIP(TM)) minimizes energy on impact to the mandible region, while the innovative Flex System throughout the shell, facemask and facemask attachment system also helps to reduce impact force to a player's head. The SpeedFlex Youth Football Helmet also features a stainless steel HS4 facemask. A Composite Energy Management System helps absorb energy with pads that keep their shape over time, while the liner system improves comfort on the players head by conforming to the players specific shape. Designed with a variety of features to keep players safer, the SpeedFlex helmet is one of the most popular on the market because it gives everything athletes need to stay safe and perform their best FEATURES: Patented Side Impact Protection (PSIP(TM)) minimizes force from side impacts to the mandible region Flex System with hinge clips integrated throughout the shell, facemask and facemask attachment system helps reduce impact force Composite Energy Management padding system helps absorb impact energy while allowing the pads to retain their position and durability over time High-strength, stainless Steel HS4 Facemask is thinner and lighter than traditional models to improve athlete sight lines Occipital Lock inflatable liner cradles the occipital lobe upon impact to increase player safety Quick Change Liner Attachment System offers removable padding with screw-in caps Comfort Demanded By Elite Players: Tru-Curve Liner System offers improved comfort and fit by conforming to a player's head and fitting the contours of the helmet's shell Non-removable Ratchet-Loc(TM) chin strap attachment system allows for easy and quick adjustments in the heat of play Quick Release(TM) system cuts disengages the facemask from the helmet with the press of a button Inflatable Custom Fit FlexLiner conforms to various head sizes for a secure and comfortable fit Additional Details: Recommended for Youth and Junior High level players For a secure fit, inflation may be required (pump not included) Glycerin recommended for use on all valves Certified to meet the NOCSAE(R) standard Assembled in the USA Manufacturer's Shell Warranty: 3 years RIDDELL FITTING GUIDE: A properly fitted helmet is an important first step in player protection. To determine head size, wrap a cloth measuring tape around the circumference of the player's head. Measure approximately 1" above the player's eyebrows. Record measurement and refer to chart below: RIDDELL SPEEDFLEX YOUTH HELMET SIZE CHART: S : Hat Size = up to 6-1/2"; Circumference = up to 20-3/8" M : Hat Size = 6-1/2" - 7"; Circumference = 20-3/8" - 22" L : Hat Size = 7" - 7-1/2"; Circumference = 22" - 23-1/2" XL : Hat Size = 7-1/2" and up; Circumference = 23-1/2" and up If measurement falls between helmet sizes, choose the smaller size Due to varying head sizes, the chart above is ONLY a recommendation CHECKING FOR A PROPER FIT: Interlock hands on top of helmet and press down - player should feel pressure on crown of their head, not their brow Skin of the forehead should move with the front pad Front of helmet should be about 1" above the eyebrows Jaw pads should feel firm against their face There should be no room for twisting If the helmet slides easily over the forehead, inflate liners or try a smaller helmet To avoid injury or discomfort, never wear a helmet positioned too high or too low ADJUSTING THE CHIN STRAP: Buckle top and bottom chin strap into snaps Cup should be centered and snug over their chin Adjust chin strap until cup is firmly pressed against their chin When buckled, helmet should feel comfortable and snug Football Helmet Warning