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Riddell warranty for helmets

23/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 3 of 15 brands
The short version

Riddell doesn't cover everything, but keeps varsity helmet shell and youth helmet shell covered to 5 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 15 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Riddell's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to 5 years
  • Partial coverageVarsity helmet shell5 years
  • Partial coverageYouth helmet shell3 years
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Cracks
Good to know before you buy
  • Have the helmet reconditioned by a NOCSAE-licensed reconditioner at least every 2 years or the warranty is void.
  • Using another brand's face mask, parts, cleaners or paint voids the warranty.
  • Keep your receipt; coverage runs from the original purchase date.

How other brands compare for helmets

  • 1. Bern56/100 · Full: 1 year
  • 2. Xenith35/100 · Full: None
  • 4. Schutt23/100 · Full: None
  • 5. Bell21/100 · Full: 1 year
  • 6. Giro21/100 · Full: 1 year
Compare all 15 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for helmets.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
  3. BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. TargetMost items90 days
  6. WalmartMost items90 days
Show all 11 stores
  1. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
  2. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  3. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
  4. Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesMost items30 days
  5. Play It Again SportsMost items7 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for helmets where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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