Keep the following factors in mind when choosing your new baseball helmet:

Size: It’s fairly easy to find your helmet size at home. Grab a measuring tape and wrap it once around the head, making sure to stay above the ears and eyebrows. This will give you the circumference of the head, which is how most manufacturers list their helmet sizes on our product pages. When you receive the helmet, make sure it fits securely and does not move when swinging a bat or running.
Helmet Type: As mentioned in the Selection section above, DICK’S primarily carries three types of baseball helmets: helmets with face masks, helmets with flaps, and open-face helmets. Make sure to check league regulations to ensure the helmet is legal for play. If the league allows players to wear any type of helmet, choose the style that provides maximum comfort and confidence in the batter’s box. Some players appreciate the additional coverage that face masks provide, while others prefer the feel of a flap — including an increasing number of MLB players. Still, others insist on the unobstructed view offered by open-face helmets.
Safety Standards: To help ensure you get the highest quality equipment, choose a helmet that meets NOCSAE standards.

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