Topic: Cricket Helmet Safety (Read 6429 times)

jamielsn15 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 23, 2017, 11:44:05 PM »

Yes - its my head, I've only got one if them and medical science is somewhat lagging behind in brain injury compared to the rest of the body.

Yes. See above. For those that say no. IT'S YOUR HEAD!!!! Its not just about village bowling being slower. With local cricket, there's more propensity for wayward run out attempts, beamers, lack of sightscreens, top edges into your face, people generally doing stupid things, i.e. throwing the ball in when there's no chance of a run out, etc. Not sure I'd want to gamble on a run oit attempt from 10nyards away where the guy ends up hitting my melon instead of the stumps...

No. Has to meet the above requirements and be comfortable, wearable and practical.

adb club cricketer · « **Reply #16 on:** September 24, 2017, 12:00:14 AM »

To me if helmet meets or just exceeds safety standard, it is good enough but the lightest weight is top priority once min. safety is met..

Secondly, helmets today are too oval that even with 58 and rouder head, we cant fit some of the large sizes at 63 cm due to the narrow sides..would be good to have rounder shape options..

Lastly, the current regulation restricts ability to move grill up and down but why restrict forward and backward grill adjustment at fixed gap. If folks can adjust forward and backward at fixed grill-peak gap, would be really good option to have..

Biggie Smalls · « **Reply #17 on:** September 24, 2017, 09:46:19 AM »

Quote from: adb club cricketer on September 24, 2017, 12:00:14 AM

To me if helmet meets or just exceeds safety standard, it is good enough but the lightest weight is top priority once min. safety is met..

Secondly, helmets today are too oval that even with 58 and rouder head, we cant fit some of the large sizes at 63 cm due to the narrow sides..would be good to have rounder shape options..

Lastly, the current regulation restricts ability to move grill up and down but why restrict forward and backward grill adjustment at fixed gap. If folks can adjust forward and backward at fixed grill-peak gap, would be really good option to have..

What's with all these round/basketball headed people these days ? Is this some form of recent Darwinian evolution (devolution? ) that I'm unaware of ?

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #18 on:** September 24, 2017, 09:58:23 AM »

Head shape and size varies massively, this is where the Air liner was so beneficial IMO. It will mould to the shape of your head as the cells are intercepted nnecyed so air flows between them to fill the voids and obtain a snug fit.

With the more traditional EPS type liners we took the cross section of the head and designed it in line with the average have shape and size in order to provide a solid starting point.

sachin200 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 27, 2017, 07:15:24 PM »

1. I would like the helmet to pass the standard or what is the point in wearing it. it will bother me if it isn't safe enough.
2. Absolutely! I want the safest product but also lightest weight.
3. Very important for me that the helmet has passed the safety standards.

The concerns are - weight (don't want it to e too heavy), ventilation (I sweat crazy) and price - the current prices are manageable but I don't want the prices to go even higher up!

smilley792 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 27, 2017, 08:15:01 PM »

2 things I want from a helmet.

Visibility. Give me the best view I can.

Weight. As light as it can be so I forget quickly I'm wearing it.

Price is not of issue.

Current standard of helmet is fine with me, I've seen many professional take a blow and be generally fine, currently bat without a lid as the current crop have poor visibility at mo in my opinion. So anything would be better.

And as a bonus.
I want a manufacturer or manufacturers to start making neck guards as standard with there helmets, weather that being included in the box. Or built into the helmet as standard.

The way they are cashing in by charging what they do for them, has currently out me off sending any money there way

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #21 on:** September 28, 2017, 08:58:09 AM »

Quote from: smilley792 on September 27, 2017, 08:15:01 PM

I want a manufacturer or manufacturers to start making neck guards as standard with there helmets, weather that being included in the box. Or built into the helmet as standard.

The way they are cashing in by charging what they do for them, has currently out me off sending any money there way

Totally agree with this, putting the Ayrtek and Masuri guards aside, the rest of these neck guards must cost literally pittance to manufacture - in the case of the foam guards probably at best a quid?

To charge �20 for something that is potentially life saving is a bit of a joke, especially when it basically puts people off buying it (I haven't bought one yet purely on price - would happily wear it if it was cheaper/included with the lid).

Ayrtek Cricket · « **Reply #22 on:** September 28, 2017, 09:15:33 AM »

I�ve had mine made in the UK which comes with an associated cost of, retailers then wanted to stock it which mean factoring in a cost-trade-retail margin.

I�m in the process of carrying out R&D into further improvements to make in thinner and lighter whilst still offering the same level of protection. Looking at including one with a helmet purchase is something also on the agenda if it�s viable Commercially.

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #23 on:** September 28, 2017, 11:50:01 AM »

Quote from: Ayrtek Cricket on September 28, 2017, 09:15:33 AM

I�ve had mine made in the UK which comes with an associated cost of, retailers then wanted to stock it which mean factoring in a cost-trade-retail margin.

I�m in the process of carrying out R&D into further improvements to make in thinner and lighter whilst still offering the same level of protection. Looking at including one with a helmet purchase is something also on the agenda if it�s viable Commercially.

That's why I excluded you haha - fully understand the work that's been put into it!

Not entirely sure the same could be said for Shrey's bit of foam mind...

Vitas Cricket · « **Reply #24 on:** September 28, 2017, 12:31:56 PM »

Quote from: Neon Cricket on September 28, 2017, 08:58:09 AM

Totally agree with this, putting the Ayrtek guard aside, the rest of these neck guards must cost literally pittance to manufacture - in the case of the foam guards probably at best a quid?

To charge �20 for something that is potentially life saving is a bit of a joke, especially when it basically puts people off buying it (I haven't bought one yet purely on price - would happily wear it if it was cheaper/included with the lid).

The Masuri one is a pretty comprehensive product, way ahead of a bit of ropey old foam from Shrey. I agree it's pushing the envelope at �50 but i don't think it has cost a couple of quid to make, especially being UK made.

Neon Cricket · « **Reply #25 on:** September 28, 2017, 01:23:41 PM »

Yeah my bad - wasn't thinking of the Masuri one, will amend the OP - it was aimed at the likes of Shrey/Ganador etc etc

And god forbid, even our favourite friend Lekka seems to have created his own. Still sends me pointless emails trying to get me to sell my own branded version lol.

Woodyspin · « **Reply #26 on:** September 28, 2017, 02:14:03 PM »

Quote from: smilley792 on September 27, 2017, 08:15:01 PM

The way they are cashing in by charging what they do for them, has currently out me off sending any money there way

Did me too. But it wasnt until i was batting against the machine outdoors and the ball hits something or just rears up out of nowhere amd hits me on the side of the face in the grill. Didn't think twice about buying one then!

I have been hit close to the area before. top edge off a sweep and didnt think about it. But the neck guard weren't a thing then.

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