PCA National has updated helmet requirements.

Helmets with a printed manufacture date expire at the end of the 10th year from the year of manufacture. If you have an SA2015 helmet, it may be accepted longer than anticipated.

SA2015 helmets manufactured in 2015 (or do not have a date of manufacture sticker) have been granted an extension to June 30, 2026. Check your helmet’s sticker - you may not need to buy a new one just yet!. For example, if it was manufactured in 2019, it is allowed through 2029.

NCR and NER have adopted this change. Events run by other regions and organizations may have different rules. As always, refer to the event’s rules for accurate information.

If you have any questions, please email NCR’s DE Chair - de-chair@ncr-pca.org