Bell Sixer MIPS MTB Helmet

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Integrated breakaway camera mount requiring no zip ties or tape, designed to break away upon impact to reduce the risk of injury The granting of a best price is not combinable with other promotions (e.g. "free articles) from Bike-Discount. Integrated MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) - MIPS is designed to reduce rotational forces that can result from certain impacts. By integrating the MIPS slip plane into the retention system, we are able to reduce complexity and weight for a compact, better ventilated helmet that fits more closely to the head. A visor's primary function is to shield your eyes from the sun, but they also serve as a little protection from rain and can help to deflect less consequential trailside obstacles. Helmet visors vary in size and shape, as well as in attachment method and adjustability. Many visors are adjustable and can be articulated up and down to improve visibility or accommodate goggles. Others are static and fixed in the lowered position. Our gear testers prefer adjustable visors for their versatility and so that they can better accommodate goggles.

In the in-mold construction, the robust polycarbonate outer shell is bonded to it in a single pass during foaming of the impact absorbing EPS inner shell. This makes the helmet even more resistant without any additional weight. This production process also makes it possible to form significantly better ventilation systems and openings. In-Mold helmets are lighter than traditional helmets and have much better ventilation systems. Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply. EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam is at the core of every bike helmet and works exactly like a crumple zone in a car. Modern helmets use different densities and some are even reinforced with an internal mesh or webbing. MIPSIntegrated breakaway camera mount requiring no zip ties or tape, designed to "break away" upon impact to reduce the risk of injury Dual Flow Ventilation features air ports along the brow to provide ventilation and help defog goggles Bell's built-in camera mount allows the portable action camera to be attached seamlessly and unobtrusively without the need for double-sided tape or cable ties. The detachable attachment fits perfectly into the ventilation opening at the top of the helmet, holds the camera in the ideal position and leaves no trace on the helmet after disassembly.

Reasons to buy: Roc Loc Air 5 MIPS protection, secure and comfortable fit, antimicrobial padding, adjustable goggle, detachable POV camera mount, excellent ventilation All mountain bike helmets pass the current CE test so we’re taken it as read that they’ll work if you clonk your head on a passing tree. However, there’s currently no test for fit, venting or adjustability, which is why we’ve focused on these things when testing. To test the fit, we measured the shape of each one but that doesn’t reveal any hot spots, which is why we did lots of in-field testing, to test the true comfort. Riding hard we could also gauge the breathability and venting of the helmets. Key features of the best mountain bike helmets: Reasons to avoid: Old-style clasp, visor fixing screws can work loose, rear coverage less than competitors

The Dirt

To boost impact protection, the Troy Lee Designs A3 uses a dual-density EPS core with in-moulded mixes of EPP (expanded polypropylene) and EPS (expanded polystyrene), all wrapped up into a polycarbonate shell. To help deal with rotational impacts, the A3 gets a B-series MIPS liner integrated into the shell.