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Blog Insights| Design Tips, Team Gear & Inspiration
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- October 16, 2019Even though we’re still in the middle of football seasons, there’s no better time to take a look at the safety gear that keeps you protected. When a 350lb linebacker comes running at you full speed, the last thing you want is a defective helmet protecting your head. A properly functioning football helmet is essential to player safety and helps prevent concussions and other injuries. Even a small hairline fracture can cause a failure, which will lead to a severe head injury. We’re going to look at the lifespan of a football helmet, whether or not they expire, and things players can do to help ensure their safety.
How Often Do Helmets Need to Be Replaced?
Each athletic organization has its own standards regarding when a helmet should be replaced. Assuming there are no cracks or other internal damage, The National Athletic Equipment Reconditioners Association (NAERA) states that football helmets must be reconditioned and recertified every two to ten years. The NFL takes safety to the next -
- October 08, 2019Very few things in the world of clothing are more frustrating than throwing on a great shirt only to discover that it's too big. Maybe you've recently lost some weight. Or perhaps you grabbed up the wrong size. Whatever the reason, don't assume this otherwise perfect tee is automatically bound for the next garage sale or donation bin. Although we can't call this plan foolproof (more on that in a minute), it's often possible to shrink your shirt down to a much more fitting size. All it takes is a washing machine, time and some hot water.
Does Shrinking a T-Shirt Work?
As mentioned earlier, we can't promise results. If you've lost 100 pounds and hope your favorite, XL band tee can turn into a size small—you're probably out-of-luck. Instead, accept that it's now your favorite, roomy nightshirt. Also, many tees now come pre-shrunk so that they're relatively true to size at the time of purchase. Though accurate sizing is typically a perk, it's not if you're hoping for the shirt to shrink a size -
- September 18, 2019Since vehicles were first vinyl wrapped nearly thirty years ago, this method of making any car, truck or van stand out has taken the road by storm! Vehicle wraps are one of the most visually striking and cost-effective ways to advertise your team or business—or just show off your ride in style. Aside from appearance, this mobile marketing method can potentially reach thousands of people in a single day. Just think about how many people drive past your non-descript car every day. Now, imagine if that same car stood out from traffic and displayed whatever information you wanted to the world? Overall, vinyl wraps are a nearly foolproof way to attract more eyes. Still, there are a few things anyone considering a wrap should know before covering their car.
Why Should I Wrap My Car?
We could probably come up with hundreds of great reasons to wrap your car. But neither of us has all day, so here are a few of our favorites:It’s Customizable
With traditional car paint, there's a limit to how you -
- August 21, 2019We all know why it's crucial to put on our football helmets before hitting the field. Without them, players run a much higher risk of head serious injuries, concussions—or worse. However, have you ever stopped to think about what's really behind this fundamental piece of athletic wear? If you're like most people, the answer is probably no. Instead, you grab that helmet, throw it on your head, and trust it'll thoroughly protect that precious noggin. But, now that you're thinking about it, aren't you getting a little bit curious? Believe it or not, well over a century of safety, highly-technical innovations lie under that hard, plastic shell with each adjustment made to enhance the wearer's protection. Let's find out what a football helmet is made of, what technology is used to enhance protection and how the helmet has evolved into the safety device it is today.
A Brief History of Football Helmets
Before we get into the nitty-gritty behind what makes up a modern football helmet, it's essential -
- August 07, 2019When your crew’s hitting the field, the last thing any football player wants is for their team to look boring. So, if you’re determined to distinguish yourself from the rest of the competition—what can you do? Wear great, eye-catching helmets and decals. Just by donning a flashy piece of protective gear, everyone from the kicker to the quarterback will stand out against the opposition and make their adoring fans proud. However, sometimes it’s hard to find inspiration when it comes to designing the perfect look. To help jumpstart your creativity, take a look at our ten favorite football helmets and decals from the NFL, College Football and beyond. Minnesota Vikings Who wouldn’t want to hit the field while looking like a Norse God? By using two simple decals, the Minnesota Vikings have created one of the most iconic football helmets in NFL history. In this version, the helmet’s style has been amplified thanks to the use of metal flecks added into the purple paint. We’re pretty sure even Thor
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- July 24, 2019Has your car outlived the love of the stickers you’ve stuck on it? Over time, tastes change, elections end or that quote you thought was hilarious in high school doesn’t quite hold up when you’re driving into your corporate job. Thankfully, you have options beyond selling your beloved car or forever promoting your favorite candidate from 2004. Instead, just finally learn how to remove those pesky stickers. It may sound like a challenge, but it’s actually much easier than most people think. There are several simple, fool-proof ways to remove vehicle stickers from your car without risking damage. Whether you’ve stuck them on the windows or covered every inch of the car’s paint, we’ll walk you through our favorite method—plus a few extra options that might involve a quick trip to the store.
Removing Stickers from Car Windows
If you scour the internet, you’ll find several different techniques people for removing stickers from car windows. Though we won’t debate against most of these methods, -
- July 16, 2019If you’re an athlete with a love of sports like football, hockey, biking, skateboarding—or really anything with a dose of danger—then you probably have a pretty close relationship with your trusty helmet. Just like your tight-knit teammates, your helmet has probably helped you, or even saved your life, on more than one occasion. As most athletes know, helmets are part of your identity. From officially bonding you to your team to creating a customized look to express your unique personality, empty helmet space screams to be covered in something special. However, this desire for extra flair also comes with some words of caution. After all, professional helmets are masterfully designed to protect your head as built and without modifications. Even adding minor changes can potentially cause damage your helmet—and make head injuries far more likely. But don’t think this means that helmets must be left plain, colorless and boring to maintain their safety. There are many ways to design an attractive,
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- June 26, 2019In some ways, picking up a brand new baseball or softball glove is like adding a new member to your team. But before your glove can officially hit the field, it needs some all-star training so it can show up in peak condition. As with many sports traditions, it seems like every player has a different technique for breaking in softball or baseball gloves. What one person swears by, another scoffs at. Still, as long as your method doesn’t damage or destroy your glove, if an alternative way works well for you—go for it! However, we’ve tried out the following strategy for years. Personally, we believe it’s a wonderful, tried-and-true method that’ll get your softball or baseball glove ready for the diamond in no time.
Why Break in a Softball or Baseball Glove?
Curious why players even need to break gloves in? Well, just like every person is unique, so are the ways they like their gloves to feel when catching or throwing the ball. Also, hand sizes, shapes, and where the hand precisely fits into -
- June 12, 2019If you watch college football, you’ve probably wondered why individual players have stickers on their helmet. No, they’re not there for aerodynamic purposes and corporate advertising on football helmets is still not permitted. There are many collegiate teams who award stickers, and each college has its own criteria such as offense, defense, or special teams achievements. The players themselves view the stickers with honor and reverence – a sort of rite of passage and sacred ceremony all rolled into one. We’re going to look at what do the decals on various college football helmets mean so the next time you see your favorite college football team out on the field; you’ll know which players are performing at their very best.
History of College Football Stickers
In the fall of 1968, Ohio State football trainer Ernie Biggs was looking for a way to motivate his players during the championship campaign. He decided on giving them a sticker that indicated various in-game achievements. Many colleges -
- May 29, 2019When an athlete takes the field, rink or arena, they want to look their best. That means wearing a helmet that takes style to the next level—and what better way than by showing off an amazing helmet decal? If a normal helmet decal just won’t do, worry not. There are many fantastic options to add an extra flair to your uniform. Elevate your decal by choosing a great decal finish that goes beyond the basics. The most popular upgraded decal options include matte, chrome and metallic flake decals. All three choices look incredible and are designed to withstand serious wear-and-tear all season long. However, all three finishes have significantly different appearances and costs worth understanding. Before choosing which decal is right for you, let’s discover the pros, cons, differences, similarities and more between matte, chrome and metallic finish helmet decals.
Matte Finish Decals
In contrast to the standard, shiny decal options, matte finishes create a flatter, less reflective look. Especially
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