New Helmet?

Jontrem · 01-17-2011, 12:21 PM

From Espn

Bulwark football helmets aim to improve concussion safety without compromising style - ESPN

Not sure about you guys but I think it looks pretty cool. Not sure about the face mask but if it helps protect these guys brains than I am all for it. Certainly better looking than the other two options the article mentions.

Defensewins · 01-17-2011, 12:40 PM

After seeing the helmet industry not make any real improvements to their design in 30 years or more (70's-90's), it is good to see some work is going into making a better helmet. I also like that there are small companies out there trying to make a difference.
Now the NFL has to mandate the use of some of the new technology.
Last night the NFL TV booth official mentioned that the NFL may demand all players have to use some type of knee, elbow, thigh and hip pads. I always wondered about why they did not do this years ago? It should not be up to the player.

Monkeydad · 01-17-2011, 01:10 PM

Doesn't look as ugly as some of the safety concepts I've seen. It still looks like a football helmet, so if it's really safer, use it.

Here's another article and other ideas: Building a Better Helmet for a Dangerous Game | Playbook
Home | Xenith

Definitely beats Mark Kelso's look.

Some less-than-great ideas:

Tech Innovator: A Soft-Sided Football Helmet - BusinessWeek

SolidSnake84 · 01-17-2011, 02:33 PM

What the hell is that thing that the 49er guy is wearing?? It looks like an old rusted out helmet sitting on top of another helmet. Did the league actually use that thing??

BaltimoreSkins · 01-17-2011, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Defensewins

After seeing the helmet industry not make any real improvements to their design in 30 years or more (70's-90's), it is good to see some work is going into making a better helmet. I also like that there are small companies out there trying to make a difference.
Now the NFL has to mandate the use of some of the new technology.
Last night the NFL TV booth official mentioned that the NFL may demand all players have to use some type of knee, elbow, thigh and hip pads. I always wondered about why they did not do this years ago? It should not be up to the player.

I was listening to the Ravens-Steelers on the radio and they mentioned that owners where upset about players missing games that could be avoidable due to mild knee, thigh etc injuries and having to pay the players for not playing. I'd be curious if the owners have a monetary figure that they feel they are loosing due to players not using pads. I agree though you can't let players decide on the amount of protection.

Mattyk · 01-17-2011, 03:07 PM

Looks good, whatever works

Dirtbag59 · 01-17-2011, 04:01 PM

Lol, no wonder the Gladiator never caught on. They choose some random engineer that was an undersized CB in high school to model for the cover. Get a bad ass Linebacker and maybe your product will have a chance.

mooby · 01-17-2011, 04:02 PM

He's got a long way to go before that helmet makes it to the NFL, but if this is the design that will help reduce concussions I'm rooting for him.

Dirtbag59 · 01-17-2011, 04:04 PM

The NFL should consider the ultimate Concussion Proof Helment.

I guarantee you no one will lead with their head if they have to wear this.

Slingin Sammy 33 · 01-17-2011, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

What the hell is that thing that the 49er guy is wearing?? It looks like an old rusted out helmet sitting on top of another helmet. Did the league actually use that thing??

Yep, think the Great Kazoo from the Flintstones.

SBXVII · 01-17-2011, 05:43 PM

Has any of the helmets stopped concussions? God I've seen so many changes since the 70's, yet as the helmets change and the promise of less concussions are made, have we really seen a decline in it?

It almost seems like becaues the helmet is supposed to be better, and stronger, the players feel they should be able to hit harder and the players continue to get concussions due to the lack of properly rapping up opponants and tackling them. It seems it's all about just throwing your body at the opponanat and trying to knock them the "F" out.

But thats why I and millions of people tune in to watch football. Otherwise we might as well watch flag football.

Mattyk · 01-17-2011, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

What the hell is that thing that the 49er guy is wearing?? It looks like an old rusted out helmet sitting on top of another helmet. Did the league actually use that thing??

It's a foam shell

BDBohnzie · 01-17-2011, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

What the hell is that thing that the 49er guy is wearing?? It looks like an old rusted out helmet sitting on top of another helmet. Did the league actually use that thing??

Steve Wallace is the guy in that picture. He used that helmet and it probably extended his playing days at the end of his career. Here's a brief article about him using it: Steve Wallace and NFL Concussions: The Solution Was Found Years Ago | Bleacher Report

Monkeydad · 01-18-2011, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattyk

It's a foam shell

Yep, Kelso made it famous first.

CrustyRedskin · 01-18-2011, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buster

Doesn't look as ugly as some of the safety concepts I've seen. It still looks like a football helmet, so if it's really safer, use it.

Here's another article and other ideas: Building a Better Helmet for a Dangerous Game | Playbook
Home | Xenith

Definitely beats Mark Kelso's look.

Some less-than-great ideas:

Tech Innovator: A Soft-Sided Football Helmet - BusinessWeek

They both look like the Gazzooo offf the old Flintstone shows.

01-17-2011, 12:21 PM	#1
Jontrem Impact Rookie Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 608	New Helmet? From Espn Bulwark football helmets aim to improve concussion safety without compromising style - ESPN Not sure about you guys but I think it looks pretty cool. Not sure about the face mask but if it helps protect these guys brains than I am all for it. Certainly better looking than the other two options the article mentions.

01-17-2011, 12:40 PM	#2
Defensewins Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 2,753	Re: New Helmet? After seeing the helmet industry not make any real improvements to their design in 30 years or more (70's-90's), it is good to see some work is going into making a better helmet. I also like that there are small companies out there trying to make a difference. Now the NFL has to mandate the use of some of the new technology. Last night the NFL TV booth official mentioned that the NFL may demand all players have to use some type of knee, elbow, thigh and hip pads. I always wondered about why they did not do this years ago? It should not be up to the player.

01-17-2011, 01:10 PM	#3
Monkeydad Gamebreaker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 33 Posts: 14,884	Re: New Helmet? Doesn't look as ugly as some of the safety concepts I've seen. It still looks like a football helmet, so if it's really safer, use it. Here's another article and other ideas: Building a Better Helmet for a Dangerous Game \| Playbook Home \| Xenith Definitely beats Mark Kelso's look. Some less-than-great ideas: Tech Innovator: A Soft-Sided Football Helmet - BusinessWeek __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

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SolidSnake84 The Starter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 1,716	Re: New Helmet? What the hell is that thing that the 49er guy is wearing?? It looks like an old rusted out helmet sitting on top of another helmet. Did the league actually use that thing?? __________________ Time to nut up or shut up

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01-17-2011, 04:01 PM	#7
Dirtbag59 Naega jeil jal naga Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Atlanta, Georgia From: Silver Spring, Maryland Age: 27 Posts: 13,952	Re: New Helmet? Lol, no wonder the Gladiator never caught on. They choose some random engineer that was an undersized CB in high school to model for the cover. Get a bad ass Linebacker and maybe your product will have a chance. __________________ Flacco is 1337 Fanclub President

01-17-2011, 04:02 PM	#8
mooby MVP Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NoVa Age: 24 Posts: 11,173	Re: New Helmet? He's got a long way to go before that helmet makes it to the NFL, but if this is the design that will help reduce concussions I'm rooting for him.

01-17-2011, 04:04 PM	#9
Dirtbag59 Naega jeil jal naga Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Atlanta, Georgia From: Silver Spring, Maryland Age: 27 Posts: 13,952	Re: New Helmet? The NFL should consider the ultimate Concussion Proof Helment. I guarantee you no one will lead with their head if they have to wear this. __________________ Flacco is 1337 Fanclub President

01-17-2011, 05:43 PM	#11
SBXVII Pro Bowl Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 7,498	Re: New Helmet? Has any of the helmets stopped concussions? God I've seen so many changes since the 70's, yet as the helmets change and the promise of less concussions are made, have we really seen a decline in it? It almost seems like becaues the helmet is supposed to be better, and stronger, the players feel they should be able to hit harder and the players continue to get concussions due to the lack of properly rapping up opponants and tackling them. It seems it's all about just throwing your body at the opponanat and trying to knock them the "F" out. But thats why I and millions of people tune in to watch football. Otherwise we might as well watch flag football.

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