While playing hockey, head injuries are known to occur from several different causes. It's not uncommon to take a blow to the head from an opposing player's check, stick or a flying puck. As necessary as a helmet is to hockey, having a properly fitted helmet is a must. Those with round heads tend to have a challenge in this area. Many hockey helmets have a narrow design and are uncomfortable for wider, rounded heads.
Nike Bauer 9500 Hockey Helmet
The Nike Bauer 9500 Hockey Helmet can be purchased with or without a protective cage. It has a large range of sizes, fitting a 6-1/2 to 7-7/8 hat size. Protection is emphasized in the construction of the Bauer 9500. It offers tool free adjustment and can be shaped to the head of the user by the internal temple pads made of memory foam.
CCM Vector Hockey Helmet
The CCM Vector Hockey Helmet is used by hockey players on all levels of competition. With an ergonomic, aerodynamic shell, this helmet was designed with input from professional hockey players, according to the company's website. Comfort and custom fit is achieved by the CCM Vector's heat activated memory foam padding. No tools are needed to adjust the fitting of the helmet.
8K Helmet
Reebok developed the 8K helmet with the help of some of today's newest technologies. According to ReebokHockey.com, "An easy to use micro dial provides true 360degree fit and comfort cushions provide a superb, soft and snug fit." The width of the 8K helmet can be expanded by simply turning the micro dial on the helmet. It also offers added protection with the internal EPP Liner.
The Nike Bauer 4500
The Nike Bauer 4500 has a foam liner that protects while giving this helmet a classic hockey-helmet feel. The Nike Bauer 4500 has the largest helmet size selection. It ranges from the extra small 6-3/8 helmet to the extra large 8-1/8 helmet. Using a single tool adjustment, the Nike Bauer 4500 can give a custom fit to hockey players with all head shapes and sizes.
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