What Jofa helmet did Gretzky wear?
Jofa 235
The Jofa 235 model preferred by Goulet, Gretzky and others exposes players to at least seven times the risk of serious brain trauma, plus a wide range of other head-related injuries, according to the CSA tests.
What is the most expensive hockey helmet?
RE-AKT 100
The company’s most expensive helmet, the RE-AKT 100, which sells for $269.99, earned a lower rating (one star), than its least expensive helmet, the Bauer 2100 (two stars), which sells for $34.99.
What helmet do NHL players use?
One of the most iconic helmets in hockey since the early 1990s, the Bauer 4500, is available at this price and is still used by several NHL players today. Many players swear that it is the best-looking helmet they’ve ever worn.
What is the safest hockey helmet?
- Bauer RE-AKT 150 Hockey Helmet. Best Hockey Helmet Overall (Editor’s Choice)
- CCM Fitlite FL500 Hockey Helmet. Safest Hockey Helmet.
- Bauer RE-AKT 200 Hockey Helmet.
- Bauer RE-AKT 95 Hockey Helmet.
- Bauer RE-AKT Hockey Helmet Combo.
- True Dynamic 9 Pro Hockey Helmet.
- CCM Tacks 710 Hockey Helmet.
- Warrior Covert PX+ Hockey Helmet.
What happened to Itech?
It merged with Itech in 2004, becoming Mission-Itech. On September 25, 2008, Bauer Hockey announced it had purchased Mission-Itech. [1] Since 2009, the Mission brand is used only for roller hockey gear; the company’s ice hockey products (Mission and Itech) were rebranded as Bauer.
How much does a NHL helmet cost?
The cost of hockey helmets ranges from $35 for an entry-level kids’ helmet to $400 for hockey helmets for elite players.
Are CCM helmets good?
Helmets that cost more than $250, such as the Bauer Re-Akt 100, Bauer Re-Akt 200 (pictured), and CCM FitLite 3DS, are at the pinnacle of helmet technology. They are extremely comfortable, thanks to the high-quality foams like Poron XRD® found in Bauer helmets and D3O® found in CCM helmets.
How many years is a hockey helmet good for?
Hockey helmets should be replaced no later than 10 years from the date of manufacture. Many helmets will need to be replaced sooner, depending upon wear and tear.