Riddell Football Helmet Size Chart

• Wrap a cloth measuring tape around the circumference of head

• Measure with tape approximately 1" above the player's eyebrows

• Record measurement

• Use the Riddell circumference chart below to select proper helmet size. *If measurement falls between helmet sizes, choose the smaller size

Putting on the Helmet:

• Hold helmet with thumbs over bottom of jaw pads

• Place index fingers into ear holes

• Pull helmet down into position

Taking off the Helmet:

• Loosen lower chin straps

• Place index fingers into ear holes

• Press thumbs into bottom of jaw pads

• Lift helmet up and off the bed

• Adjustable inflatable pads using a Riddell inflation bulb and a well-lubricated Riddell inflation needle

• Insert needle

• Pump Riddell inflation bulb to achieve proper height

• Remove needle

• Front of helmet should be approximately 1" above the player's eyebrows

  

• Inflate for snug, comfortable front-to-back and side-to-side *Use glycerin to lubricate needle

• Jaw pads should feel firm against the face

• Insert needle into valve at exterior jaw flap

• Inflate jaw pad

• If non-inflatable jaw pads feel loose, change to a thicker size

• if non-inflatable jaw pads feel tight, change to a thinner size

  

• The skin of the forehead should move with the front pad. There should be no room for twisting

• If helmet slides easily over the forehead, inflate helmet liners or try a small helmet

• Ensure a proper fit: Interlock hands on top of helmet and press down. Player should feel pressure on crown of head, not brow. Pressure on brow indicates improper fit. Front helmet should be approximately 1" above eyebrows.

• To avoid injury or discomfort, never wear a helmet positioned too high or too low.

TO ADJUT CHIN STRAPS:

• The player should hold the chin cup against the chin. Cup should be centered and snug over chin. Adjust chin straps until cup is firmly pressed against chin.

• When secured, helmet should feel comfortable and snug.

• Chin straps are available in multiple sizes and styles.

**Varsity & Youth:**Riddell SpeedFlex, Speed, Speed Icon, Speed Classic Icon, SpeedFlex Youth, Speed Icon Youth, Speed Classic Youth

Youth: Riddell Victor-i

Youth: Riddell Victor