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VICIS
VICIS is an American brand of protective equipment for American football, set up to rethink the football helmet. On AFG we do not list its helmets but two other products: the ARC_V1 Varsity Trench shoulder pads, designed for linemen, with CURV thermoplastic composite arches and a back plate included, and the Padded Compression Shorts, compression shorts with five protective zones in auxetic foam. Both come in adult sizes. Our product pages use only the specifications VICIS publishes and offers from European retailers.
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Shoulder pads
VICIS
ARC_V1 Varsity Trench shoulder pads
DL · OL · TE
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About VICIS
VICIS grew out of the University of Washington in Seattle. Its co-founders are Dave Marver, engineer Per Reinhall, neurosurgeon Samuel Browd and Jonathan Posner. The young company made its name with its work on a more protective football helmet, before running into serious financial difficulties in 2019. Innovatus Capital Partners then bought its assets, and VICIS now belongs to Certor Sports, which also owns Schutt. The brand's official website gives an address in Plainfield, Indiana.
VICIS products in our catalogue
In the AFG catalogue, VICIS appears with shoulder pads from its ARC_V1 range and a pair of protective shorts.
ARC_V1 Varsity Trench
The ARC_V1 Varsity Trench is an adult shoulder pad in the Trench cut, which VICIS intends for linemen: offensive line, defensive line, defensive ends and tight ends. What sets it apart:
- inner and outer arches and caps in CURV, a thermoplastic composite chosen for its weight-to-stiffness ratio and the way it spreads impacts;
- a locking cap that protects the AC joint on impact;
- the VICIS Air Management System: dual-density foam and a soft padded inner lining;
- padding that resists moisture and sweat;
- a VICIS back plate included.
It comes in L to 3XL, by shoulder width: from 18–19 in (46–48 cm) in L to 21–22 in (53–56 cm) in 3XL.
Padded Compression Shorts
The Padded Compression Shorts have five separate protective zones filled with auxetic foam. The fabric is a breathable polyester/elastane blend with mesh panels for ventilation. They come in S to 3XL, in white or black.
How to choose
The ARC_V1 Trench is aimed first and foremost at players who work in contact on the line. If you play receiver or defensive back, a cut designed for speed positions will suit you better: compare it with the other shoulder pads in our catalogue. For sizing, measure your shoulder width and check the VICIS chart; the range starts at L, so it does not cover smaller builds. The compression shorts are worn under the trousers at every position. Pick them in your usual compression-wear size and check the manufacturer's chart.
Frequently asked questions
Does AFG list VICIS helmets?
No. We list the ARC_V1 Varsity Trench shoulder pads and the VICIS Padded Compression Shorts.
Is the back plate included with the ARC_V1 Trench shoulder pads?
Yes. VICIS states that a VICIS back plate is included with the ARC_V1 Varsity Trench.
Which group does VICIS belong to?
Certor Sports, which also owns the Schutt brand. Its assets were bought by Innovatus Capital Partners after the company's difficulties in 2019.