- Virginia Tech 5-Star helmet; ranked 1st among 34 helmets tested with a 0.19 score (Average 2024 5-Star youth helmet: 2.74 — lower score indicates better performance)
- Equipped with a titanium facemask; 30% lighter than steel
- Equipped with an Oakley Edge clear visor
- 15% lighter than the ZERO1
- Built on the revolutionary ZERO2 platform, but is tuned for the impact velocities commonly experienced by youth athletes
- Deformable outer shell absorbs impact forces at the point of contact and before reaching the athlete's head
- RFLX 2.0 allows for greater impact absorption performance at a lighter weight
- DLTA pod fit system personalizes comfort and fit for each athlete with virtually unlimited customization
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DESIGNED FOR THE FUTURE OF THE GAME
Game-changing helmet innovation, now available for athletes of all ages. The VICIS ZERO2 Youth is built on the revolutionary ZERO2 platform, yet is tuned for the impact velocities commonly experienced by young athletes (as tested by the Virginia Tech Youth Helmet Rating System).
TOP-RATED PROTECTION
The ZERO2 recorded the top rating in the Virginia Tech helmet rating system, outperforming every other helmet tested.*
ELEVATED ON-FIELD VISIBILITY
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Designed to provide optimized vertical and horizontal sightlines and give the athlete maximum situational awareness so they can perform at their best on the field.
A TRULY MULTI-LAYERED HELMET SYSTEM
Flexible outer shell technology, exclusive to VICIS helmets, allows the ZERO2 to respond like no other helmet on the market. By deforming like a car bumper, impact forces are absorbed at the point of contact, before they reach the head. The result is not only groundbreaking protection, but a helmet that feels like no other.
Optimized for the ZERO2, VICIS RFLX 2.0 continues to leverage buckling structures, but has evolved the design with an array of columns interconnected by thin, flexible walls. The result is greater impact performance at a lower weight, allowing VICIS to further tune impact performance in key locations.
The inner shell has been engineered through data collected from hundreds of head shapes to optimize fit accuracy, maximize player comfort, and accommodate a wider range of players.
Raising the bar for personalized comfort and secure fit, the VICIS DLTA pod system is comprised of two layers: impact on the RFLX side, and comfort against the player's head. Fully interchangeable pads across 6 locations in multiple thicknesses translates to virtually unlimited customization without the need for air bladders. Updated pod materials provide upgraded comfort and improved durability.
ZERO2 Youth Elite helmets come with extra DLTA Pods. The standard ZERO2 Youth does not come with extra DLTA Pods.
ZERO2 YOUTH FAQs
WHAT SIZES ARE AVAILABLE?
The ZERO2 YOUTH is available in sizes XS, S, M, L, and XL. For more sizing info, please refer to the size chart image.
DOES IT COME WITH DLTA PODS?
Each VICIS helmet has DLTA Pods pre-installed. The standard ZERO2 Youth does not come with extra DLTA Pods, while the ZERO2 Youth Elite model does. For more info on what DLTA Pods are pre-installed in each helmet size, please refer to the size chart image.
The ZERO2 YOUTH USED TO BE MORE EXPENSIVE. DID YOU MAKE ANY CHANGES TO THE HELMET TO LOWER ITS PRICE?
Despite lowering the prices for the ZERO2 Youth, the #1-rated protection (per Virginia Tech) remains unchanged. The changes made were increasing the standard size options, and only including extra DLTA Pods with ZERO2 Youth Elite models.
WILL A ZERO2 EDGE SHIELD FIT THE ZERO2 YOUTH?
Yes, the ZERO2 Oakley Edge visor fits all ZERO2 helmets, youth and varsity.
WHAT IS THE WARRANTY FOR THE ZERO2 YOUTH?
The warranty for ZERO2 shells is five (5) years. In order to honor the shell warranty (after the first year of use), reconditioning by a NAERA certified reconditioner is required every other year.
FACEMASK OPTIONS
Facemasks built exclusively for the ZERO2, available in both titanium and steel.
Availabe in our custom builder.
SO-212
SO-212E
SO-213E
SO-223
SO-223E
SC-223
SC-223E
SK-212