Eurobike 2016 News

The fanciest new helmets from Eurobike 2016

14.09.2016
by Enduro Team


Endura MT500

In partnership with Koroyd, Endura have developed a new helmet that takes breathability to the next level. The heart of the helmet is the 3D-formed Koroyd inserts that offer full coverage without sacrificing breathability. The helmet will be available in 2017 and is expected to cost £ 129.99 / € 159.99

Endura uses Koroyd’s unique honeycomb material, claimed to combine the highest protection levels with great breathability.
Endura uses Koroyd’s unique honeycomb material, claimed to combine the highest protection levels with great breathability.
The rear of the new Endura MT500 is low and offers excellent coverage.
The rear of the new Endura MT500 is low and offers excellent coverage.
Light and very airy – the Endura MT500 should offer excellent breathability. We look forward to testing one.
Light and very airy – the Endura MT500 should offer excellent breathability. We look forward to testing one.

For more information head to endurasport.com

Leatt DBX-3.0-Helme

Sporting Leatt’s 360 Turbines technology, the latest DBX 3.0 helmets have taken their own protection levels to the next level, proclaiming that the latest generation is even kinder to the rider’s head in the event of crashing. Ten ‘Turbines’ made of Armourgel are strategically positioned between the EPS shell and the rider’s head. These react and harden to the force of vertical impact while simultaneously cushioning against horizontal rotational forces. Leatt claim there’s up to 40% reduction in rotational forces when compared to traditional helmets, and up to 30% more cushioning with gentle hits, which could still cause trauma to the rider’s head. The ‘Turbines’ are also capable of dealing with multi-impacts. The design also features 18 air vents, the Fidlock magnet closure, a break-away visor and washable padding. The DBX 3.0 All Mountain is marketed as a lightweight open-facer with a low rear. For enduro riders, there’s also a model with a removable chin guard.

The new Leatt DBX 3.0 helmet can be purchased with or without the removable chin guard.
The new Leatt DBX 3.0 helmet can be purchased with or without the removable chin guard.
These are the ‘turbines’ to reduce rotational forces.
These are the ‘turbines’ to reduce rotational forces.
The lid comes in a choice of colours but we’d always go for the classic black look.
The lid comes in a choice of colours but we’d always go for the classic black look.

For more information head to leatt.com

Smith Rover

Designed for off-roading and trekking, the Rover from Smith has 20 well-designed air vents and an integrated visor, rendering it a well-intentioned mountain biking helmet. Full of fancy design names that all serve a purpose, the Rover features the AirEvac ventilation system, antimicrobial X-Static helmet padding with ‘reactive cooling’, an ultra lightweight single-layer strap and an adjustable VaporFit adjustment system to ensure great comfort. Unlike the Forefront, it only partially makes use of Koroyd cushioning, which explains the price drop to € 150 without MIPS and € 180 with MIPS.

An affordable alternative to the well-known Forefront model, the Smith Rover retails from € 150 upwards.
An affordable alternative to the well-known Forefront model, the Smith Rover retails from € 150 upwards.
The Rover helmet can be purchased with or without MIPS.
The Rover helmet can be purchased with or without MIPS.
The rear is low for added protection.
The rear is low for added protection.

For more information head to smithoptics.com

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