View Full Version : New Cascade Helmet Release Date
Drew'sDad
09-11-2007, 07:44 AM
Does anyone have an update on this? The Cascade website just says summer '07. My son needs a new helmet for next spring (maybe even for the winter leagues) and I wanted to check them out before making a decision.
dougc
09-12-2007, 04:26 PM
I don't think its coming out any time soon--it was due out in winter of 2007 and then this past summer. I got tired of waiting and bought a CPX.
Paulvilax24
09-12-2007, 04:33 PM
Get him a Triumph, can't go wrong.
spyopticgoggles
09-12-2007, 05:48 PM
e-mail cascade about it. i know the hopkins team was using the helmets over the summer testing them out so maybe they are fixing some things
Tehb2
09-12-2007, 08:44 PM
I was wondering about this too. I don't need to go out and get one, but I'd like to see it. There was a glimpse of one in an IL issue where it had the Syracuse colors and decals, but it just never was put out to sell. Wasn't a fan of the "one piece" look though. To have separate chin, shell, and visor colors it seems you need a big stick or something, guess we'll see when they get it all worked out.
according to cascade it should be in stores within the next two weeks.
LaxDman62
09-13-2007, 01:21 PM
The guys from laxnation would probably get one and do a review on it. Im getting a cpx soon but will wait to see if the pro7 will be better. Im skeptical about the one piece design, I one piece breaks you have to change the whole shell or something.
laxkid891
09-13-2007, 01:37 PM
The guys from laxnation would probably get one and do a review on it. Im getting a cpx soon but will wait to see if the pro7 will be better. Im skeptical about the one piece design, I one piece breaks you have to change the whole shell or something.
haha, no if it breaks u have to get a new one
BGlax24
09-13-2007, 02:11 PM
whats wrong with the CPX? I think its a perfect helmet
DutchyLacrosse
09-13-2007, 04:30 PM
whats wrong with the CPX? I think its a perfect helmet
Cascade needs to have a more protective helmet since they lost that part of the market to the Riddell revolution, the only helmet that currently surpasses the NOCSAE standards by a mile.
lax@wwu21
09-13-2007, 04:49 PM
Get him a Triumph, can't go wrong.
That would be going wrong.
Ugly and not as well designed as the CPX...
Cascade needs to have a more protective helmet since they lost that part of the market to the Riddell revolution, the only helmet that currently surpasses the NOCSAE standards by a mile.
Riddell proves you can't have your cake and eat it too. Good looks do not come with functionality unfortunately.
dman11
09-13-2007, 06:42 PM
i have been wondering too, i have a very old helmet, i got it 5 years ago, and iwas wondering whwether i shuld wait for the pro 7 or get a cpx
czechinthepipes
09-13-2007, 06:48 PM
i have been wondering too, i have a very old helmet, i got it 5 years ago, and iwas wondering whwether i shuld wait for the pro 7 or get a cpx
Its all preference. I'd do what I am doing and what until the pro 7 comes out before you buy a new helmet. When it is out, go to a local store and see if you like it, if you don't like it then buy a CPX. You really can't go wrong with a CPX, yes its not as protective as a Riddell but it's a lot more sexy looking IMO and still offers a good amount of protection.
LaxDman62
09-13-2007, 06:53 PM
Doesnt it say somewhere on the Cascade site that they test their helmets rigorously?
I though the cpx was the best for protection out right now.
Did anyone else read on these forums a while back that these are supposed to be a middle of the line helmet that isn't as good or expensive as the CPX?
ML_LAX09
09-13-2007, 08:38 PM
Did anyone else read on these forums a while back that these are supposed to be a middle of the line helmet that isn't as good or expensive as the CPX?
Yea, I heard that. But I saw in a US lacrosse mag that the base price would be $209. So, maybe not.
Doesnt it say somewhere on the Cascade site that they test their helmets rigorously?
I though the cpx was the best for protection out right now.
Its not Cascade that needs to test them though, I thought this was why there was a hold up in the release, because they had to be approved still.
CPX is pretty sweet, I will pick them up when the price drops after the new helmet is released.
LaxDman62
09-13-2007, 10:26 PM
I was asking why cascade cant beat the ridell helmet. Since it said somwhere that they test the helmets to exceed regulations and at like 100mph or something.
lax@wwu21
09-14-2007, 02:46 PM
I was asking why cascade cant beat the ridell helmet. Since it said somwhere that they test the helmets to exceed regulations and at like 100mph or something.
Why would you need to test a helmet at speeds of over 100mph? That is like using a Ford F550 to tow a little aluminum fishing boat. Overkill. CPXs stand up to the regulations, so why should something be over engineered just to be up there with Riddell's [horribly ugly] helmet?
CPXs and CPROs are the best selling helmet ever. Riddells might perform really well and all, but they are bulky, encumbering, and ugly. Brine has had the same problem. Their helmets are like circles with not too much aerodynamic designing. Same for the identity. CPXs are the best helmet money can buy for comfort, function, style and durability.
t1tan
09-14-2007, 02:58 PM
I had emailed Cascade the other day and they told me all of the information and the helmets will be available later in the fall, no specified date.
LaxDman62
09-14-2007, 04:30 PM
They would need to test them at 100mph to match the speed of a fast shot.
raykessler
09-14-2007, 06:15 PM
Why would you need to test a helmet at speeds of over 100mph? That is like using a Ford F550 to tow a little aluminum fishing boat. Overkill. CPXs stand up to the regulations, so why should something be over engineered just to be up there with Riddell's [horribly ugly] helmet?
CPXs and CPROs are the best selling helmet ever. Riddells might perform really well and all, but they are bulky, encumbering, and ugly. Brine has had the same problem. Their helmets are like circles with not too much aerodynamic designing. Same for the identity. CPXs are the best helmet money can buy for comfort, function, style and durability.
Andrew Brancaccio was clocked at 114mph as a senior in high school... 100mph is not that ridiculous for college players anymore, and I'm sure that it's almost essential in the MLL (especially for those two pointers).
laxkid891
09-14-2007, 06:18 PM
Andrew Brancaccio was clocked at 114mph as a senior in high school...
To add to that, Docs hit to the "farhead" as quint says it...that was only a 98mph shot and that cracked/broke the visor and dented the helmet leaving a pretty nasty welt on docs head..as much as I like cpx's, I think if he had had a Riddell on that he would've been better off(even though they cant use them). Cascades have NOTHING on Riddell when it comes to protection, why do you think guys that have had numerous concussions wear Riddells??
dougc
09-14-2007, 07:43 PM
I had emailed Cascade the other day and they told me all of the information and the helmets will be available later in the fall, no specified date.
That's what my e-mail from Cascade said too.
XxlacrossexX
09-14-2007, 07:44 PM
That would be going wrong.
Ugly and not as well designed as the CPX...
Riddell proves you can't have your cake and eat it too. Good looks do not come with functionality unfortunately.
First, the triumph being ugly is all a matter of opinion. I for one, think it looks much nicer than the cpx. Second, why do you say it isnt designed as well as the CPX? What makes you say that? Do you have any proof. If you do, site your sources. It seems to me you're a little biased towards Cascade and hate any other helmet, regardless of it's performance.
lax@wwu21
09-15-2007, 12:54 PM
First, the triumph being ugly is all a matter of opinion. I for one, think it looks much nicer than the cpx. Second, why do you say it isnt designed as well as the CPX? What makes you say that? Do you have any proof. If you do, site your sources. It seems to me you're a little biased towards Cascade and hate any other helmet, regardless of it's performance.
You're right. The opinion I have is only my opinion. But if you asked the majority of the people out there, which they'd rather wear around on their head, I'm sure you're liable to get the answer of CPX rather than Triumph. So, instead of turning this into a preference thread, maybe there should be a poll on it instead.
I am biased towards the CPX because I like it, use it and so does the majority of my team. No one on my team uses anything besides a CPRO. Even then, everyone who uses the CPRO wishes they had a CPX, not the Triumph.
We are not a sponsored team. We have to provide our own gear. We run into many teams who have to also, and guess what. Most have the CPX, next commonest helmet is the CPRO, then the Riddell helmet.
The CPX is by far the most popular helmet on the market.
Which helmet do you have? If its a Triumph, I can see why you're fighting against my statements so hard.
lax@wwu21
09-15-2007, 12:55 PM
Andrew Brancaccio was clocked at 114mph as a senior in high school... 100mph is not that ridiculous for college players anymore, and I'm sure that it's almost essential in the MLL (especially for those two pointers).
I was assuming that it was impact as in helmet to helmet...I never thought of the ball hitting the helmet. Although it has happened to me before.
wolves_lax 11
10-01-2007, 01:28 AM
anyone have any updates on price or a release date for the helmet ??? also anyone know how customizable it will be ???
need a new helmet before december and hanging out as long as i can to see if it comes out in time before i go ahead and get a CPX Ti.
thanks,
wolves
jclax23
10-01-2007, 08:31 AM
anyone have a picture of it?
fclax55
10-01-2007, 09:59 AM
After suffering a concussion in the spring, a happened to see the doctor who does the concussion study and is the concussion doctor for USA lacrosse, Pittsburgh Steelers, and other professional athletes. I asked him if there was a difference between the Riddel and Cascade helmets. He was perfectly honest with me when he said there was NO difference between the two when it comes to safety. So, basically get whatever helmet you want.
t1tan
10-01-2007, 06:05 PM
i was going to check on updates today, but their website is down...
so im guessing
1) theyre updating with pro7 info
or
2) the site is down just plain and simple, server error or whatever.
faceofflax15
10-01-2007, 06:23 PM
You're right. The opinion I have is only my opinion. But if you asked the majority of the people out there, which they'd rather wear around on their head, I'm sure you're liable to get the answer of CPX rather than Triumph. So, instead of turning this into a preference thread, maybe there should be a poll on it instead.
I am biased towards the CPX because I like it, use it and so does the majority of my team. No one on my team uses anything besides a CPRO. Even then, everyone who uses the CPRO wishes they had a CPX, not the Triumph.
We are not a sponsored team. We have to provide our own gear. We run into many teams who have to also, and guess what. Most have the CPX, next commonest helmet is the CPRO, then the Riddell helmet.
The CPX is by far the most popular helmet on the market.
Which helmet do you have? If its a Triumph, I can see why you're fighting against my statements so hard.
You can't compare the population of the helmet yet, a helmet is a major lacrosse purchase, not like a head. They cost a good chunk of change. And the CPX has been out for quite some time, where as the triumph has only been out almost a year.. Give the triumph some time and then argue against its popularity.