MIPS, whose acronym is Multi-directional Impact Protection System (Multi-Directional Shock Protection System) is a world-leading Swedish company that was born with an objective as important as it is ambitious, namely to protect one of the fundamental parts of our body: the brain.
Today, MIPS collaborates with over 50 bicycle helmet brands and over 90 brands in the worlds of climbing, skiing and snowboarding, motorcycles, horseback riding, hockey and in the professional world of building construction.
Below are the focus products for the SS20 season
ALPINA ETSCH LE MIPS®
It is the all-round MTB helmet launched by Alpina with a novelty that places it among the most advanced helmets in terms of safety thanks to the introduction of the MIPS protective system®. The Swedish MIPS system® integrated into the Hi-EPS shell, in fact, it allows the energy due to impact to be dissipated, preventing the brain from being damaged. An innovation that, for every cyclist, represents a huge plus in the event of a head impact. The finishing of the Edge Protect edges, allows to protect the helmet from possible scratches when it is not worn and is instead placed on it. Thanks to the integrated adjustment and the study of the ERGO Pro design, the ETSCH LE helmet is able to adapt to the shape of the head in no time, ensuring excellent fit and comfort. The 23 Airflow vents give the bike helmet a sporty look while ensuring excellent ventilation. The front air intakes on the helmet are protected with mosquito nets to keep flies away from the head. EN 1078 certified.
Weight: 245gr Sizes: M (54-58); L (58-62)
Price: € 99,95
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CUBE HERON SLT MIPS®
When CUBE decided to design HERON, they didn't think of creating just any road bike helmet, but a helmet that would be a product of excellence for every passionate cyclist. With Heron MIPS®, Cube has managed to combine the best relationship between aerodynamics, ventilation and comfort, thanks to various studies and tests carried out in the wind tunnel. What about security? Nothing better than the MIPS protection system® integrated into the 3-layer In-Mold shell. The patented system of the Swedish company, in fact, allows to dissipate the energy due to the impact, preventing the brain from being damaged. A revolution, that of MIPS®, immediately picked up by CUBE, always careful to raise the level of safety of two-wheel enthusiasts.
The 9 ventilation holes, the removable and antibacterial interior and the Cube Natural Fit make this helmet very comfortable even for long rides on the hottest days.
Weight: 265 gr Sizes: S (49-55) - M (52-57) - L (57-62)
Price: € 249.95
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OAKLEY ARO5 MIPS®
Considered the aerodynamic helmet par excellence, the Aro5 with MIPS® technology and BOA®360 FIT closure system is a must have for those in the saddle looking for speed and thrill of the challenge. The MIPS®Brain Protection System, on the other hand, guarantees the wearer of the helmet a very high level of safety thanks to the integrated low-friction layer on the shell thanks to which the rotational movement transferred to the brain during an impact is considerably reduced. The BOA® 360 FIT closure system with TX1 lace makes the helmet fit uniform throughout the head, eliminating any pressure point. The BOA® 360 FIT system also makes the adjustment of the closure extremely easy even on the move, even with gloves. Other features that make it unique: the three CPSC 1203, EN1078 and ANZ2063 certifications and the X-Static®brow padding that harnesses the power of silver to create a powerful technology that inhibits the growth of bacteria on fabrics.
Weight: 300 gr Sizes: S (52-56), M (56-58), L (56-60)
Price: € 250,00
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UVEX UNBOUND MIPS®
Uvex Unbound MIPS® it is a helmet suitable for all MTB outings. The shell built with In-mold EPS technology and reinforced by the special MIPS insert, makes the helmet one of the safest on the market. In this way, rotational forces and impacts on the head are absorbed and distributed more effectively. Stability and protection are improved. In addition to a high level of safety, Unbound is equipped with features that make it particularly comfortable: 23 air intakes for optimal air flow, anti-insect net, adjustable visor and excellent ergonomics given by the IAS system, which allows to adjust the helmet in width and height.
Weight: 320 gr Sizes: M (54-58cm) and L (58-62cm)
Price: € 99,95
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KED - PECTOR ME-1 MIPS®
The design of the Pector ME-1 MIPS® is definitely guessed and is already making many bikers fall in love, the technology and the level of safety, on the other hand, are the top offered today by the world of mtb.
The shell built with In-Mold technology (PU exterior and EPS interior) - which in itself offers excellent safety - is coupled to the MIPS®Brain Protection System which guarantees an unparalleled level of safety thanks to the integrated layer low friction coupled to the shell and thanks to which, in the event of an impact, the rotational movement transferred to the brain is considerably reduced.
The FidLock closure ensures an easy and safe closure under the chin while the BOA Fit® system allows you to easily adjust, even with gloves, the circumference of the helmet on the head in a uniform way, without pressure points and therefore, guaranteeing high comfort. . The visor is removable and, for hot summer days, the Ked Pector M-1 MIPS® guarantees constant ventilation thanks to the 14 holes arranged throughout the shell.
EN 1078 - NTA 8776 certified
Weight: 350 gr Sizes: M (52-58cm) and L (58-61cm)
Price: € 179.99