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Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Ejecting Helmet Panels Land New RLS Safety Tech Top Spot on Virginia Tech's Ratings

RLS is a new exterior-panel polycarbonate-bearing helmet system that reduces rotational impact forces, and two RLS-equipped helmets now top Virginia Tech safety ratings.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 week ago

Why I Chose the Giro Fixture MIPS II - and How It Stacks Up Against $200 Helmets

Integrated MIPS II safety system - the same brain protection found in more expensive helmets. In-mold construction - durable, lighter shell with good impact absorption. Roc Loc Sport Fit System - easy dial adjustment and solid stability. Decent ventilation and padding - comfortable on everyday rides and moderate distances. This is a helmet that's good enough to wear with confidence. For me, that's the bottom line.
Bicycling
Exercise
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 week ago

Essential Cycling Gear: What Every Rider Really Needs

Wear a helmet and carry essential cycling gear—padded shorts, gloves, hydration, lights, and a flat repair kit—for safer, more comfortable rides.
#mountain-biking
fromBikerumor
1 week ago
Bicycling

I Fell On My Head, So That You Can Worry Less When You Crash, Too. What's Inside A Helmet?

fromBikerumor
1 week ago
Bicycling

I Fell On My Head, So That You Can Worry Less When You Crash, Too. What's Inside A Helmet?

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Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Virginia Tech Updates Its Star Rating System Because Helmets Are Getting Safer

Virginia Tech revised STAR rating thresholds to enhance helmet safety differentiation, as modern helmets were easily earning 5-star ratings.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This bike helmet inflates when you want to wear it-and can fold into your backpack if you don't

"We knew it was on the edge of impossibility, but we had a suspicion that it could exist."
London startup
Wearables
fromWIRED
3 months ago

How to Buy a Bike Helmet

Mips is the leading rotational impact system, but other companies have developed competing safety technologies for helmets.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
3 months ago

Grow Some Horns for Your Bike Helmet with Magnetic Helmet Flair

Helmet Flair aims to boost helmet usage through fun, customizable attachments that enhance the helmet's appearance without compromising safety.
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