Heads Up On Hockey Helmets...
Three hockey helmets from Bauer, at three prices, meet a variety of player needs.
Hockey safety is a top-down deal—players have to start with the right protection for the head with a helmet that gets the job done but also fits the shopper's budget. Today, you can look for helmets certified by several independent standards
organizations, an industry indicator of the helmet's effectiveness. The helmets featured here are each certified by the Hockey Certification Equipment Council (HECC), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and Conformité Européenne
(CE, the European health and safety product label), so you know you're getting quality head protection—the label on the helmet tells you so. After that, it's a matter of what fits the budget. Let's look at three helmets from Bauer, a leading
maker of ice hockey equipment.
Bauer 4500 Helmet + Combo
- Classic design with interior protective padding
- Two-piece plastic shell with sleek design
- Vented on all sides so air circulates through the helmet
- Affordable price
This popular, classic design has cellflex dual-density foam padding and a triple-density foam liner for a snug fit, with a dual-ridge crown for added comfort and protection. The two-piece plastic shell has a sleek, aerodynamic design. Vents in
front, back, and on the sides allow air to circulate throughout. The wearer adjusts screws in the plastic shell to change the size to fit. The face cage has a floating chin cup and an angled profile for optimal vision. One year manufacturer's
warranty. Helmet available from Pure Hockey for $69.99 or as a combo with face cage for $89.99. In sizes XS to XL. Certified by
HECC, CSA and CE.
Bauer 4500 Helmet + Combo
Bauer Re-AKT 75 Helmet + Combo
- Top protection at a nice price
- Impact management throughout the helmet
- Buy as helmet alone or combo version with face cage
Bauer offers top head protection with the Re-AKT 75, designed to offer leading protection, with a range of impact management systems, and at a budget-friendly price.
The Re-AKT 75 manages impacts of all types, directions, and velocities. Lined with multi-density impact management foam, the helmet absorbs shock waves through compression. Starting near the front of the helmet, the company incorporates their
multi-density Poron XRD foam in the temples to offer extra protection at the sensitive temple area. On the sides, the two-piece slide adjustment systems let the wearer tailor the perfect fit. The back of the helmet is loaded with Seven+ Tech,
composed of plastic cylinders that absorb shock and return to form more quickly than other foams; an occipital pad stabilizes and secures the back of the head. The helmet is CSA, HECC and CE certified. In small (head circumference 20.4" to 22.4"),
medium (22.2" to 23.6") and large (23.6" to 25.2"). From Pure Hockey — helmet shell only $119.95; helmet and face cage combo $159.95
Bauer Re-AKT 75 Helmet + Combo
Bauer Re-AKT 100 Helmet + Combo
- State-of-the-art, comprehensive head protection for top-tier players
- Custom fit with Poron XRD foam liner, angled ear loops for secure fit of chin strap
- Customize with YourFIT occipital lock at the back of the helmet
- Offered in several color choices to go with your team colors
- Top protection calls for an investment—$319.99 for helmet-and-face-cage combo
The Bauer Re-AKT 100 helmet provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art protection in a good-looking design. The Re-AKT 100 boasts superior impact absorption thanks to the FleXorb technology and multi-density Poron XRD foam in spring-loaded side
panels, while the Suspend Tech2 liner with multiple points of attachment manages rotational impact and compresses and stretches to minimize movement of the wearer's head. This liner guards against high- and low-energy linear impacts.
Spring-loaded side pads offer further protection against impacts and the high-density ear covers protect ears while angled ear loops provide a tight fit with the chin strap. On the back of the helmet, an occipital lock secures the helmet tightly
but comfortably on the head, which is a key feature of the Bauer YourFIT custom technology used to customize a comfortable fit. Ventilation ports improve air flow within the helmet and a Moisture Management liner wicks moisture away from the
wearer's eyes. Also, microban antimicrobial protection inside the helmet resists odor and mildew. The Bauer Re-AKT 100 is CSA, HECC and CE certified. It comes with a full face-cage option and is available in a variety of colors; from Pure Hockey,
$269.99 for the helmet only and $319.99 for the helmet and face cage, in small (head circumference 20.4" to 22.4"), medium
(22.2" to 23.6") and large (23.6" to 25.2"). One-year manufacturer warranty.
Bauer Re-AKT 100 Helmet + Combo