Schutt warranty for helmets
The short version
Schutt doesn't cover everything, but keeps varsity helmet and youth helmet 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 Schutt'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 helmet5 years
- Partial coverageYouth helmet3 years
- Partial coverageHelmet internal parts1 year
Good to know before you buy
- Return the whole helmet, with all inside parts, plus proof of the purchase date.
- Varsity helmets must be reconditioned by a NAERA-certified reconditioner every other year to keep the shell warranty.
- Non-factory parts, polishes or cleaners can void the warranty.
How other brands compare for helmets
- 1. Bern56/100 · Full: 1 year
- 2. Xenith35/100 · Full: None
- 3. Riddell23/100 · Full: None
- 5. Bell21/100 · Full: 1 year
- 6. Giro21/100 · Full: 1 year
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for helmets.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- REIMost items90 days
- TargetMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
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- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesMost items30 days
- 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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