MET RIVALE MIPS Bicycle Helmet

The MET RIVALE MIPS is an incredibly versatile bike helmet with an optimal balance of aerodynamics and ventilation. Featuring a MIPS-C2 system, the MET RIVALE MIPS road bike helmet is able to slide relative to the head in case of a crash, redirecting damaging rotational motion. The NACA vent and rear deflectors provide sophisticated airflow guidance inside the helmet, efficiently cooling your head without slowing you down.

Details:
• Made with IN-MOLD technology
• Robust, four-part polycarbonate outer shell
• Light, shock-absorbing EPS liner shell
• MIPS C2 system reduces rotational forces
• NACA ventilation opening for perfect ventilation
• Internal air ducts with 18 ventilation openings
• Gel-padded SAFE-T UPSILON fit system - suitable for braid wearers
• Hand washable, comfortable air mesh padding
• Adjustable strap system
• Sunglasses port for secure and uncomplicated storage of glasses

Technical details:
• Weight: approx. 250 g (size M)
• Certification: CE / EN 1078

IN-MOLD:
The liner is fused with the outer shell under high pressure and strong heat for a lasting connection. This makes the helmet very robust and lightweight.

NACA ventilation opening:
The NACA vent and rear deflectors provide sophisticated airflow guidance inside the helmet. So they cool your head efficiently without slowing you down. Only 30% of the helmet rests on the head – temperature control at the highest level!

SAFE-T UPSILON:
Gel-padded SAFE-T UPSILON fit system allows for very easy and precise width and height adjustments.
• 360° circumferential headband prevents pressure points on the head
• Vertically adjustable in 3 positions
• Rubber padded neck support
• Suitable for braid wearers

MIPS C2:
MIPS C2 (from the Evolve category) is most commonly used in bicycle helmets. The C2 is a classic, vacuum-formed plastic liner that can be easily integrated into any type of bicycle helmet. Thanks to flexible fastening points that have up to approx. 10 - 15 mm room to move in each direction, rotational forces can be reduced.

WHAT IS MIPS?
MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) is a slip-plane system within the helmet. It is designed to rotate inside the helmet and thus slow down or reduce the impact energy acting on the brain, which helps reduce head injuries caused by rotational impacts.
WHY IS MIPS IMPORTANT?
When a head rotates quickly and comes to a sudden stop, the rotational acceleration may cause the brain tissue to experience high levels of strain. This stretching of the tissue caused by these motions may result in various types of brain injury. MIPS is designed with the intent to address rotational acceleration from impact.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
MIPS uses a slip-plane system that moves inside the helmet, mimicking the brain’s own protection system. This layer is designed to rotate inside the helmet with the intent to potentially slow or reduce the amount of energy transferred to or from the head. Science tells us that if we can reduce the strains associated with rotational acceleration, we might reduce the risk and severity of brain injury.