How is the schutt ion 4d helmet?

Answer 1

I bought both helmets (one for each son) and this is what I found:

The comfort that the Revolution Speed helmet has is so much better than the Schutt Iod4d that my other son made me buy him one too. Not to mention it looks much cooler, and is less expensive.

It also has a quick release system that is used to remove the faceguard without risking injury of the player and cuts the time in half of getting to their airways. Schutt claims to have this same technology, but once you try it you will notice you have to pull and tug on the facegaurd to get it off. I recommend the Speed helmet. I have been watching TV and games to see how many players wear the Speed compared to how many wear the ION. You will see at least 10 players wearing the Speed until you see 1 wearing the IOD

The difference between the two is great. The Schutt Ion 4D is a different kind of helmet. The Riddell uses more traditional "foam" padding. If you've ever worn a Riddell VSR-4 and the DNA for example, you would have noticed that the DNA practically eliminates the "jarring" from helmet to helmet or the ground, this is primarily due what is called "large standoff" which means the helmet sits further from your head, this improves ventilation and leaves room for more effective padding like the "TPU" cushioning used in newer Schutt helmets.. The field of view is about the same depending on the face-mask you choose so dont believe the "hype" about the Speed's advantage in that sense. The Riddell is designed for style and easy accessibility, and in that respect it excels. But the Schutt (IMO) does more to prevent you from being in a neck, head and spinal injury situation in the first place. Try them on, every helmet is better than none, and for god's sake, keep your head up, THAT alone prevents more injuries than a helmet.(e.g. spearing, bull rushing) Also, most studies show the Schutt helmets (TPU Series) outperforming Riddell, Riddell will only compare their helmets to older, traditionally padded helmets.

Answer 2

The Schutt ION4D helmet is the newest helmet offered by Schutt Sports, the world's #1 maker of football helmets and faceguards. You can see more at the company's website: http://www.schuttsports.com/aspx/Sport/ProductCatalog.aspx?id=787 The ION4D is the latest helmet to move beyond the traditional foam padding you'll find in helmets made by other companies, like Riddell or Adams. The ION4D (along with the AiR XP and DNA Pro+ helmets from Schutt) used thermoplastice urethane (TPU) cushions inside the helmet, instead of foam. In game-like conditions, where the temperature inside a player's helmet rises to 100 or higher, outside laboratories have shown that TPU cushioning remains consistent in the amount of impact it absorbs from a tackle. Those labs also show the performance of foam padding gets worse as the temperature rises. According to the company, the ION4D will absorb up to 55% more impact in game-like conditions than the Riddell Revolution. In addition, TPU cushioning helps keep a player's body temperature down by better managing the heat inside the helmet. Air flow is increased around a player's head, as opposed to foam padding, which acts as an insulating blanket around the head. The TPU cushions are also more hygienic than foam, no matter how well the foam pads are maintained and cleaned. TPU cushions are highly resistant to the growth of mold, mildew, fungus and bacteria while foam padding can get gunked up and will eventually need to be replaced. Another new feature of the ION4D is the facemask - it's integrated directly into the helmet shell and acts as a shock absorber for the helmet. It absorbs up to 15% more impact than traditional style facemasks.

Answer 3

it is an extremely comfortable, protective, and insanely cool looking looking helmet, it also has superior temperature control from inside the helmet to keep you cool, it also has easy to dry padding which obviously means it dries very quickly on its own so that your helmet does not grow mold of any other harmful bacteria, the only problem is that the helmet looks large on your head and it is on the heavier side, but it is still an incredible helmet

Answer 4

DNA it is very comfortable and takes away a lot of the impact when you get hit

Answer 5

3.3 lbs without face mask