Michigan to sport new technology in their famous helmets

Michigan has changed it's uniform supplier from Nike to Adidas and now is changing their technology in their famous winged helmets.

Michigan's new helmets will be the new AiR XP™ from Schutt Sports, one of the most anticipated new helmets in years. The AiR XP™ is a traditional helmet shell shape that also packs TPU Cushioning. According to test results from independent research labs, the AiR XP™ absorbs up to 37% more impact than a Riddell® VSR-4 in game-like conditions. As opposed to the foam padding found in older traditional helmets.

We've been overwhelmed by the demand for this helmet," says Mark Watts, Regional Sales Manager for Schutt Sports. "I've been here 18 years and have never seen reaction to a helmet like this. The NFL® teams are eating it up, as are the major college programs. We're sending them out the door as fast we can make them."

Colleges that have lined up heavily with the AiR XP™ already include: USC, Michigan, Georgia, Tennessee, Air Force, Stanford, SMU, Oklahoma State, Boston College, Illinois, BYU, Texas A&M, South Florida, TCU, Kentucky and Wyoming. More are on the way, as sales indicators at the Division 1 level are overwhelming.


Side Notes:

• Michael Shaw an incoming Freshmen (Slot or RB) this summer is in a residency legal battle over where he lives and goes to school. Ohio High School Athletic Association sent a letter to Shaw, ruling him ineligible to participate in interscholastic athletics events. The issue at hand is whether Shaw is a residence of Trotwood. Michael is a track star and wants to continue running track this spring.