Does this provide actual head protection? Can it be used in boys baseball? My son is a pitcher and I am looking for a pitcher's helmet- age 10
510169
This is only going to protect his face. There is no helmet component to it, although you may be able to find one that is compatible. Good luck.
510170
It can be used for head protection. It doesn't offer helmet coverage, but has a metal band across the forehead for protection
510171
This is nothing more than face protection. What you see here has a strap that goes around like a catchers mask. This is not a helmet of any sort, just face protection. Without out having it here I can't be certain but I think the upper opening is bigger than a little league ball. Definitely not the right product for your application but fantastic for the girls in the circle or on the field in softball where the ball is bigger and not quite as hard.
510172
It protects the face and forehead but not the whole head. It's definitely good for a pitcher to wear for protection. Easy visibility.
510173
My daughter pitches and uses this. I think it provides good face protection, but I wouldn't consider it a helmet.
1538501
I bought this for both of my girls. They can head the ball better. It gives me peace of mind knowing the impact is dispersed with the band. It's a good product. I would recommend getting one especially if your child has already had a concussion.
648542
I haven't tried a helmet. My child is only 11 months. I believe it would work though.
699909
Yes, this fits kids. More of a toy then a helmet - would not use it for true "protection".
866740
It would allow space to fit some light padding and still fit. i also have a large head and its plenty roomy without the padding. the plastic is actually pretty stiff and durable. shouldnt bend unless you apply a lot of pressure. I would think it would crack if you tried to bend it. but its decently strong. not safety helmet strong, but strong for a look alike helmet.
1090965
It is just right for a 10 or 11 year old, so much safer than the others. Our son loves it but he does not like the helmet, knee braces and elbow braces but hopefully he will get over it, just do not let him ride it without the protection and any age!!! goes fast
860253
I'm not sure. I've never seen an baseball players wearing them. I don't see why a boy couldn't wear one though.
998
You can purchase this helmet with or without a shield.....same helmet but cheaper w/o shield.Fabulous helmet with great air flo and very comfortable. I think it was originally designed for the track. I use it for training as do many of my friends. I love it.
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My ten year old son uses it for defense. Great for defense but I don't believe the ball will return at pitching distance. If it doesn't return completely it's still better than throwing at a five gallon bucket.
860247
I am the catcher on a softball team and haven't had a problem at this point in time. However, baseball is different. The balls are smaller and the holes on the mask are larger. You might want to shop around for a youth baseball face mask.
282985
You could use one of these helmets but it might be to heavy for him so I would recommend a lighter weight one for him like a dirt jump lid I hope this helps you out
2268579
I got it for my 4 year old and it fits great. It comes with extra inside padding, so you can add/remove the padding of the helmet for the best fit.
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I would say the padding makes the helmet tolerable for the 95% of the time it is not protecting from an impact. Understandable it is the 5% of the time you are concerned but, Personally I would get the larger helmet and add in pads to make it fit more snugly. These pads do make it possible for a larger helmet to fit and you can adjust pretty well by using them. Also, this will allow you to maintain the helmet longer simply by removing pads as the child gets bigger.
170683
Wish I could help. I purchased the mouthguard for my 8 year old that plays basketball and baseball. It works great for that!
170682
This works great! My son is an avid baseball and basketball player. He says it is comfortable to wear. Although he looks mad when he has it in, because it pushes his lips out. I feel very comfortable he will be protected.
2128907
My 7 year old grandson wears a 10/12 shirt and the helmet fits fine. When he was in ball last season the batting helmets would not fit on his head, we had to get a small adult size. So if you have a child with a larger head it will fit.
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Yes, we bought this last year for our 9 year old son who pitches in tournament baseball. He is 10 now (4'8" 80 lbs) and it's plenty big to last him into his early teens.