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The Guardian Cap is the leading soft-shell helmet cover engineered for impact reduction. It brings a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of the decades old hard-shell helmet and reduces impact of daily hits. Perfect for interior position groups.
- Reduces HARM up to 40%
- Augments existing helmets to make them pliable and able to more effectively manage energy, addressing the impact severity of blows.
- Pads blows to knees, hands, abdomen, etc. during inside run and position drills.
- Reduces sound and vibrational frequencies.
- Reduces radiant heat up to 20°
- Preserves helmets & decals for gameday.
- Worn by youth - pro players
The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. The list of positions mandated to wear Caps include: OL, DL, LB, DB, TE, RB, FB, WR. Additionally, all NFL players are now permitted to wear Guardian Caps during games for the 2024 season.
No helmet, practice apparatus, or helmet pad can prevent or eliminate the risk of concussions or other serious head injuries while playing sports. Researchers have not reached an agreement on how the results of impact absorption tests relate to concussions. No conclusions about a reduction of risk or severity of concussive injury should be drawn from impact absorption tests.
Permitted by the NFHS.
The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. They have also added Wide Receivers and Defensive Backs to the list of positions mandated to wear Caps which now include: OL, DL, LB, DB, TE, RB, FB, WR.
Warranty:
We have a 6 month Limited Warranty on the Guardian Cap. Contact us for your available options.
The Guardian is a soft product similar to a jersey or arm pad. The durability of Guardian Caps depend on the size, skill, and position of the player and the number and severity of impacts. The Guardian Cap may rip if used on sleds or objects that can cut or damage the material. The Guardian Cap will not be replaced if cut on such equipment. Caps should be inspected before play.
If the cap is compressed, straps tear, or snaps break through normal wear and use*, the customer may reach out to Guardian regarding a damaged cap and Guardian will replace/repair or send replacement components, and at no cost within six (6) months from date of purchase. Replacement/repaired caps & components do not extend terms on original 6 month warranty. Warranty ends 6 months from date of purchase of the original Guardian Cap.
*Caps that are compressed, torn, or broken should not be assumed to have the same reduction in impact as a new Guardian cap.
Reduces impact of daily hits. One size fits all. Current Version.
The NFL Guardian Cap NXT version is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen and can be ordered through a rep only
Same materials. Same Performance. Sleeker Look. Coming 2025.
Price
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$69.99 USD
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Certifications
Certifications
Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
Had a hiccup with shipping. But they took care of it for.me very fast. The universal fit fits every size of helmet very well
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Jason Armstrong
Appreciation
Thank you for the opportunity to review this product. We absolutely love them. The service was phenomenal and quick!
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Darrin Klice
Amazing product. Incredible company. Super fast shipping.
Giving these to my cousins son. He plays freshman football in HS. Very excited.
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Ashley B
Perfect for our star player
This was a great buy for the star player in our life. When life safety and head injury are in question, we can never stop looking for additional protection and risk reduction. He also thinks it’s really cool, so that’s also a plus. He plays for 2 teams and I wish I could afford them for each player on his travel team. Buying them one at a time!
The Guardian Cap is a padded helmet cover that augments any existing helmet to make it flexible and soft, addressing the impact severity of blows for OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB.
Available in Black, Red, Light Silver/White, Vegas Gold, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Maroon, Orange, Green, Yellow and Purple.
*Helmet and visor are not included.
Product Info
Reduces impact up to 33%.
Perfect for interior position groups. Augments existing helmets to make them pliable and able to more effectively manage energy, addressing the impact severity of blows for OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB.
Pads blows to knees, hands, abdomen, etc. during Inside Run and position drills.
Reduces sound and vibrational frequencies.
Insulates heat in direct sunlight.
Preserves helmets & decals for gameday.
The NFL once again has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. The list of positions mandated to wear Caps which now include: OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB, DB, WR. Additionally, all NFL players are now permitted to wear Guardian Caps during games for the 2024-2025 season. Read here.
In Action
Used by: youth programs, high school programs, colleges and the NFL.
Check out our Instagram for in-action shots of Caps!
Team Orders
Contact usfor bulk discounts on team/organization orders, to receive a quote, or to pay via P.O.
Legal
Permitted by the NFHS.
Permitted by the NFL for 2021 practices after testing validated Guardian Caps. Read here
Mandated by the NFL for 2022 training camp. Read here
The NFL once again has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. The list of positions mandated to wear Caps which now include: OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB, DB, WR. Additionally, all NFL players are now permitted to wear Guardian Caps during games for the 2024-2025 season. Read here.
Warning
No helmet, practice apparatus, or helmet pad can prevent or eliminate the risk of concussions or other serious head injuries while playing sports. Researchers have not reached an agreement on how the results of impact absorption tests relate to concussions. No conclusions about a reduction of risk or severity of concussive injury should be drawn from impact absorption tests.