Saturday, November 8, 2008

Choosing the best lacrosse helmet?


Men’s Lacrosse is a brutal game, but that is what makes it so fun. It is a contact sport with a capital C. That is why choosing a durable lacrosse helmet is so important. (We recommend aluminum or other heavy duty materials.) Women’s lacrosse does not allow aggressive body checks, but they do require that you wear eye protection.
Lacrosse helmets protect the face and the head. More advanced helmet will also protect the chin. When an opponent hits you helmet with their stick it is called slashing. This is one of the most common penalties which make helmets important. The faceguard protects you from scratches, busies and cuts to your face and eyes.
A custom lacrosse helmet can be made out of chrome. Other helmets are made out of titanium, steel or aluminum. The first helmets were made out of leather and hard plastics. Metal helmets with Styrofoam inserts are actually quite a bit lighter.
Brine lacrosse helmets are well made and very durable. Other helmet manufacturers include warrior, Riddell, and cascade. If you want a used lacrosse helmet you could try a used sports store. However, there inventory is outdated but their prices are not. For a few dollars more you could buy something a lot better, new.Whether you are purchasing a lacrosse helmet in an adult or a youth size, you will find that buying the best quality generally worth the investment. It’s not like wearing a bike helmet, you may never need, because with lacrosse you will need it every time you touch the ball. Your helmet will get scratched and dented it is just part of playing the game.

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