Yes, the Guardian FLEX Softshox Chinstrap has been scientifically tested.
In laboratory tests at 7.4 m/s impact speeds, the Guardian Chinstrap achieved the lowest mean HARM (Head Acceleration Response Metric), reinforcing its ability to mitigate dangerous forces more effectively than standard chinstraps. HARM is a formula developed to assess the severity of head impacts in football.
A peer-reviewed study published by the Biomedical Engineering Society gave scientific proof that the FLEX reduces HARM by 35% at 3.0 m/s and 31% at 7.4 m/s, significantly outperforming all competitors at both test velocities.
Results:
- Read more about the peer-reviewed study HERE
- Study on the need for position-specific helmets and where impacts occur HERE
- Why SoftShox was developed HERE
