Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SEATTLE (AP) — The NFL says the first position-specific helmet created for its players represents a major step in helmet ...

No human brains were hurt in the process ...

All of the current helmet safety standards, such as DOT, Snell, ECE, etc. test crashworthiness by dropping the helmet onto a flat surface to see how well it takes a direct hit. While this is an ...

This unique approach to helmet safety from a newly launched Canadian company has turned heads in the name of protecting them ...

Since 2012 the NFL has been running simulations to test helmets, which manufacturers submit to on a voluntary basis. Researchers on contract with the NFL mount the helmet to a dummy head (outfitted ...

Forewarned is forearmed, as they say, so read through this and watch the video, get curious, and before the next time you go helmet shopping you should know all about the safety certifications on ...

A. The NFL Helmet Challenge is an innovation challenge that aims to stimulate the development by experts, innovators and helmet manufacturers of a new helmet for NFL players that outperforms, based on ...

Ekoï 's R Aero helmet has received plenty of attention of late, being worn in Grand Tours and other high profile races by the Arkéa–B&B Hotels, Lotto–Dstny, Cofidis, and Israel–Premier Tech team.

NEW YORK — The helmet that performed best in NFL testing this year is being used by 50 players spread across only half of the NFL teams. Still, its developer is “thrilled” with that number, while ...