Let your young football star personalize his style and protection on the field with the Riddell® SpeedFlex Custom Helmet. Patented Side Impact Protection (PSIP™) minimizes energy on impact to the mandible region, while the innovative Flex System throughout also helps reduce impact force to a player's head. The SpeedFlex Youth Painted Football Helmet also features a stainless steel facemask and matte/metallic options. BUILD YOUR OWN CUSTOM FOOTBALL HELMET AND CHOOSE YOUR: Helmet Size Helmet Color Facemask Model Facemask Color FEATURES: Patented Side Impact Protection (PSIP™) minimizes force of side impacts to the mandible region Flex System with hinge clips integrated throughout the shell, facemask and facemask attachment system reduces impact force Composite Energy Management padding system helps absorb impact and allows the pads to retain their position and durability Tru-Curve Liner System offers improved comfort and fit by conforming to a player's head and the contours of the helmet's shell Occipital Lock inflatable liner cradles the occipital lobe upon impact to increase player safety Non-removable Ratchet-Loc™ chin strap attachment system allows for easy adjustments in the heat of play Quick Release™ system cuts disengages the facemask from the helmet with the press of a button High-strength, stainless Steel HS4 Facemask is thinner and lighter than traditional models to improve athlete sight lines Inflatable Custom Fit FlexLiner conforms to various head sizes for a secure and comfortable fit Quick Change Liner Attachment System offers removable padding with screw-in caps For a secure fit, inflation may be required (pump not included) Glycerin recommended for use on all valves Certified to meet the NOCSAE® standard Assembled in the USA Manufacturer's Shell Warranty: 3 years Color NOTICE: Please note that photo may vary slightly from actual item in terms of color due to differences in monitors' displays. The painted helmet comes in matte or metallic colors. A matte helmet features a dull, flat finish with no shine. A metallic helmet features a shiny, glossy finish. 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 If measurement falls between helmet sizes, choose the smaller size Due to varying head sizes, the chart below is ONLY a recommendation 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 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