7IDP, sister company to the well renowned UK-based Royal Racing, have been making waves of late with the release of their many differing styles of knee protection. Having started out in the head protection world, with the production of their budget full-face version, they have now brought out a half face version called the M2 All Mountain, so competitively priced that they surely can’t go wrong!

Very stylish, with a design that and six separate colour schemes that will stand out from the crowd.
Very stylish, with a design that will get you noticed and six separate colour schemes that will stand out from the crowd.
Tidy minimal padding, front mesh to keep the bugs out and four different sizes to fit all.
Tidy minimal padding, front mesh to keep the bugs out and four different sizes to fit all.
Adjustable visor and 19 vents should keep your head cool during the summer months.
Adjustable visor and 19 vents should keep your head cool during the summer months.
Excellent rear head coverage and a decent sized one handed adjuster for on the fly changes.
Excellent rear head coverage and a decent sized one handed adjuster for on the fly changes.

We think that when a helmet can be bought out with great fresh looks and a price tag to compete with other brands sporting a much higher price tag, then you can expect see lots of these out on the trails very soon.

Price: €81.50 (£59.99)

Website: www.royalracing.com

Words | Jim Buchanan

Pics | Kyle Keegan


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