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Equipment => Helmets => Topic started by: LateBloomer on March 29, 2017, 10:49:56 PM

Title: Albion
Post by: LateBloomer on March 29, 2017, 10:49:56 PM
Can anyone recommend a supplier of Albion helmets, ideally from the uk?

Have used them for years as I prefer the fit but cant find a decent supplier through a google search, most only have limited or old stock
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: LateBloomer on March 31, 2017, 07:11:44 AM
Just going to bump this for any information! Is there something I should know about Albion? :o
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on March 31, 2017, 07:13:49 AM
I'm not sure if they are still producing helmets anymore, a few designs popped up that we're looking at complying to the new safety standard but nothing has been officially released it seems.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Chmaiden on March 31, 2017, 04:38:50 PM
used to wear Albion and swear by them...then tried a Masuri and havent looked back for comfort and weight
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Aussie on June 29, 2017, 09:05:38 AM
Depends what you're after mate. I've just bought a few off eBay. I'm the same as you, for comfort, fit and visibility, Albion for me is the best.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Mattsky on June 29, 2017, 02:18:39 PM
They underwent a change of ownership and management last year.
Contact them directly for a UK supplier:

Customer support
customersupport@albionst.com
 
Sales:
trevor@albionst.com

Or there are a few sellers on eBay supplying them.

I've a black Albion Elite Pro helmet; decent quality, and doesn't make you look like a jockey, like most do.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Biggie Smalls on June 29, 2017, 06:42:01 PM
There are some 'new' albion helmets ive seen at kingsgrove . They were just the old 98 model with a non adjustable grille and the screws were metalic colour instead of black . Disappointing for a company that used to be the bees knees to now just be rehashing old mutton dressed as lamb .  ;)
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: glutton on January 26, 2018, 08:31:27 AM
Having a look at their Facebook page it seems they are about to launch a new line of products at ISPO Munich (a sports trade fair) in a couple days, whether it has any relation to cricket remains to be seen though.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Aussie on January 29, 2018, 07:00:22 AM
They were selling all the current shaped models over Christmas for half price so I’m guessing a new model is either in the making or imminent. Personally I still rate the Ultimate 98 which I have been using for years as the best helmet for both fit, weight and comfort.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: glutton on January 30, 2018, 04:47:50 AM
Nothing announced unfortunately but looks like a new release is indeed imminent. Quite looking forward to it as I have always rated the shape of albion over masuri.

(https://i.imgur.com/ovqQyeD.png)
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Buzz on January 30, 2018, 09:10:11 AM
What is high impact protection apparel?
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: glutton on January 30, 2018, 09:35:54 AM
What is high impact protection apparel?

They are calling it sport-specific undergarment featuring custom points of impact absorption. Looks like they are focusing on rugby and cricket.

(https://i.imgur.com/BkWyNPp.jpg)
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: stevat on June 07, 2018, 06:14:38 AM
Anyone heard anything more about Albion. Loved the Ultimate 98, and their range in general. Becoming more and more difficult to get their gear.
Title: Re: Albion
Post by: Biggie Smalls on June 07, 2018, 12:52:49 PM
Nope.....im keen to see if their padding range ever comes out (unfortunately,  I'm skeptical re albion these days ....if their new helmets never eventuate i wouldn't be surprised ).