The SpeedFlex can also be equipped with Riddell's InSite Impact Response System. This incorporates sensors located in the helmet's lining, that detect significant impacts to the wearer's head.

The SpeedFlex helmet from Riddell burst onto the scene in 2014. Its safety features and unique design were a big hit among the initial players that made the switch.

Riddell sporting goods' SpeedFlex football helmet has gained a lot of attention this year. Riddell has tried to set a new standard with the headgear, incorporating a new facemask, shell, chinstrap ...

So far, the reaction from around the football world has been very positive. "We're hearing a lot of great feedback around SpeedFlex," said Erin Griffin, senior communications manager for Riddell.

Arkansas guard Brey Cook wears a Riddell SpeedFlex helmet during a preseason NCAA college football practice in Fayetteville, Ark. in this file photo, Aug 16, 2014. Gareth Patterson/AP Photo ...

SpeedFlex introduces a new innovation in helmet technology that could greatly disperse the force of impact ...

SpeedFlex builds upon technology used in earlier helmet models. Some of its features: Selected parts of the helmet flex, in order to reduce impact-force transfer to the athlete's head.

Study after study in recent years have said there is no football helmet that can stop concussions. However, Riddell is getting a lot of media attention for its new Speedflex helmet and some have ...

Several college football programs will wear new Riddell SpeedFlex helmet with InSite Impact Response System for the 2014 season. Skip to Article. Set weather. Back To Main Menu Close.

When one object meets another with significant force—say a strong safety missiling into a receiver—something’s got to give. The sports equipment company Riddell ...