Helmet Reconditioning & Recertification Guidelines for Parents
As a parent, you play a vital role in ensuring your athlete’s safety on the field. One of the most important responsibilities is reconditioning and recertifying your player’s helmet. Please review the guidelines below to help you stay prepared for the upcoming season.
⏳ How Often Does Reconditioning Need to Be Done?
Helmet reconditioning and recertification must be completed every two years, unless you are purchasing a brand‑new helmet for the season.
This regular schedule helps ensure your child’s helmet maintains proper safety standards and remains eligible for pre‑game inspections.
📦 Turnaround Time
Once a helmet is sent in for service, the typical processing time is:
- 6–8 weeks, depending on the time of year
- During peak season (late spring–summer), turnaround time may extend to 8+ weeks
Plan ahead to avoid delays that could result in not having the helmet back before practices or games begin.
💲 Reconditioning Costs
Most helmet manufacturers charge a fee for reconditioning services. Below are common helmet brands and their reconditioning links for your convenience:
Riddell
Models: Speedflex, ICON, Victor I, Axiom
Reconditioning: https://content.riddell.com/reconditioning-new/
Schutt / VICIS
Models: F7 2.0, F7 LX1, F7 Pro, Vengeance
Schutt Reconditioning: https://schuttsports.com/pages/reconditioning
Vicis Reconditioning: https://vicis.com/pages/reconditioning
Light Helmet (Local to Carlsbad, San Diego)
Models: Apache, Apache Lightning, LS2
Reconditioning: https://lighthelmets.com/pages/reconditioning
🎨 Helmet Specifications
To meet league and uniform requirements, helmets must be:
- Color: Gloss White
- Facemask: Grey
⚠️ Important Safety Warning
We do NOT recommend purchasing used helmets from third parties, especially without valid proof of recertification.
Used or uncertified helmets:
- May fail the required pre‑game safety inspection
- Could expose your athlete to significant risk of injury
- May place your player in a liability situation
Your child’s safety is the priority — always ensure helmets meet certification standards.