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What helmet do you need a facemask for? 
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| How does my position or positions affect my choice of facemask? | |||
| Each facemask
offered by any company is built with a different configurations of metal
bars. One facemask might utilize three vertical mouth guard bars, while
another may only have two. One facemask may have a narrow eye opening,
while another may have a wide one. Depending on your choice, different
facemasks can offer different levels of protection and visibility.
Typically, as one increases the other decreases. For instance, you may
have a very protective facemask with a dense configuration that
restricts your visibility, while a minimally protective facemask would
offer wide and unobstructed visibility. Personal preference has a lot to
do with your final decision, but it's also important to choose a
facemask that compliments the skills you use in your position on the
field.
For example:
It's important to understand the needs of your position, and your own personal preferences, weighing protection and visibility, to find the right facemask with the right bar configuration for you. |
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| What are the various configurations of facemasks and how do I know which position suits each configuration? | |||
| When looking for
facemasks, you may ask yourself "What are all these acronyms in the
facemask name, and what do they mean?" These may be confusing at first,
but once you understand their meanings, they can really help to
determine which facemask is right for you. Each acronym explains what part of the face that particular configuration favors, or protects more. Each acronym also favors particular positions on the field, offering exactly what that position needs. Consult the chart below to help determine which configuration is right for you: |
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ROPO |
RJOP |
JOP |
EGOP |
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EGJOP |
NJOP |
NOPO |
OPO |
| How does my age affect which facemask I should be looking at? | |||
| Facemasks, like any piece of football equipment, are sized to fit the people using them. Young players, typically considered those under the age of 13 or 14 (middle school age), should only look for "youth football facemasks." Adult players, typically anyone over the age of 15 (high school age), should look for "adult football facemasks." | |||
Schutt Youth Flex Bulldog BD-ROPO Facemask |
Schutt Adult Super Pro EGOP Carbon Steel Facemask |
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| What are the differences between the metals each facemask is made from, and what does that mean for me? | |||
| Facemasks are made from various types of metals, ranging in weight and price. Your choice of metal should depend on your skill level, age, budget, and personal preference. | |||
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Carbon Steel Facemasks are the industry standard. Moderately weighted and strong, these facemasks are well suited for younger players and those new to the game. Since they are relatively inexpensive, they are great for anyone who wants to get into the game. |
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Stainless Steel Facemasks are lighter than carbon steel, and also more expensive. These facemasks are great for high school football players, or serious youth and teen players. They may also be well suited for casual adult players. |
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Titanium Facemasks are far and away the lightest, and highest performing faceguards on the market today, since they are:
Titanium is also the most expensive of the facemasks, but thanks to modern processes and advancements, their costs have been steadily coming down. Due to their performance and price, these facemasks are suggested for serious high school, college, and professional players. |
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| Which facemask is right for my helmet? | |||
| Companies like Schutt produce facemasks that are specially designed to fit their football helmets. When looking for a new facemask, it is important to know that it will fit correctly onto your helmet. Consult the chart below to determine which helmet your facemask is compatible with: | |||
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Be sure to choose your facemask carefully and consult your trainer for additional guidance or advice. If you have further questions be sure to call our resident football expert Jamie at 1-800-693-6368 |
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