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- Bluegrass is launching three new protector waistcoats for different uses: Venture Vest (Trail/Enduro), Arto Armour and the lighter Arto Vest.
- POC revises the Torso Vest and VPD knee and elbow pads and continues to focus on level 1 protection and optimised grip thanks to silicone and VPD layers.
- Rudy Project presents Terraform helmets with crash chip and recycled content, First Degree the Seeker shoe as a bike-and-hike all-rounder with Venom Sole.

MTB helmets & protectors: New protectors - the most exciting helmets & protectors from Riva

- Terraform and Terraform Pro: e-bike helmets with NTA 8776, rotation protection test, Twiceme NFC emergency system and high recycling rate of up to 81%
- Terraform as an open-face, Pro as a jet helmet with cheek protection; adjustable visor that can be detached on impact, air-frame ventilation, RSR12 customisation, bugstops
- Override goggle: modular double frame, tool-free lens change, anti-fog, 360° ventilation, RX-compatible, front profile matched to Terraform helmets

Helmet with crash chip: Rudy Project's new Terraform with Safety-Plus?

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- 360° fit system with integrated MIPS layer encloses the head and is designed to reduce rotational forces and the risk of concussion.  
- The deep-drawn rear of the helmet and deep temple sections increase the protective surface, while the triple-shell construction increases robustness and looks.  
- Customisable thanks to flat, adjustable Y-clip, Ergomatic chin lock and height-adjustable, painted peak; RRP € 159.95.

Uncompromising trail performance. A style that fits. That's the Alpina Rootage 2 MIPS.

- Author criticises modern bicycle helmets with many features, but mostly without a classic insect screen in the ventilation openings.  
- Insects enter through helmet openings and cause stubbornness and itching, which is why an integrated net is required as practical protection.  
- Several current helmet models from a wide range of brands are presented, which still offer an insect screen despite their modern features.

Completely underestimated: every bike helmet should have this feature

- Awards were presented in three categories at the Bike Festival Riva 2026: Gravelbike, Innovation and Sustainability.  
- Gravel: Scott Solace Gravel 20 wins thanks to its unobtrusive e-drive, integrated display and focus on cycling accessibility.  
- Innovation: Uvex ultimate surge carbon MIPS with CCubed padding system; Sustainability: Vittoria Terreno Pro with 92% renewable/recycled materials.

Bike Festival Awards 2026: The winning products from Riva del Garda

- Abus Targon: modular MTB helmet with removable chin bar, under 1000 g, made in Italy, downhill-certified (ASTM F1952-22).
- Speed Latch System enables quick conversion, 15 ventilation openings, Fidlock fastener, optional MIPS Air Node Pro against rotational forces.
- Advantages: 2-in-1 solution, precise fit, high ease of use; disadvantages: Ventilation compromise and premium price compared to the competition.

Made in Italy quick-change artist: Abus Targon MTB helmet

- Terraform and Terraform Pro are triple-certified MTB/e-bike helmets including NTA 8776, with extended head and rotation protection as well as Twiceme.
- Terraform is a lightweight open-face helmet, Terraform Pro offers additional face protection, but is heavier and without a removable chin bar.
- Both helmets combine strong ventilation, a precise RSR12 fit system and a high recycled content, but are in the premium price segment.

Rudy Project Terraform: Two new helmets for maximum safety

- At the Bike Festival Riva, awards will be presented in the categories Innovation, Sustainability and Gravel; the winners will be announced on 1 May.  
- The festival includes numerous mountain bike manufacturers with test bikes, an MTB marathon, an e-MTB challenge and other challenges.  
- Mountain bikes, accessories and the growing gravel trend will be presented in the exhibition areas; all award contenders can be seen in a picture gallery.

Bike Festival Awards 2026: These products are in the final of Riva

- Smith Pilot: Open-face MTB helmet with in-mould construction, extended rear head cover, Mips Evolve Core and 13 ventilation openings for under 100 euros.
- Features: Twist dial adjustment, sweat-absorbing inner lining, fixed visor solution, goggle channels and AirEvac technology against fogged-up lenses.
- Technical data: 370 g in size M, sizes XS-XL, price 95 euros, availability from spring 2026 in specialist shops and online; practical test still pending.

Smith Pilot: What can the new Smith MTB helmet with Mips do for 95 euros?

- The KED Embrace Urban UF-1 is a new, approx. 300 g lightweight city helmet for commuters, e-scooters and urban bikers at a price of 89.95 euros.  
- Features: Fidlock magnetic closure, removable short visor, washable padding with insect protection, six matt colours, optional LED rear light.  
- Disadvantages: no rotation protection like MIPS, short visor with limited weather protection, rear light only optional instead of integrated as with some competitors.

KED Urban UF-1: New helmet for top protection in the urban jungle

- Bell's Full-Air Mips and 3QTR-Air Mips are two highly ventilated helmets between half-shell and full-face for demanding E-MTB use.  
- Both models offer Mips Evolve, NTA-8776 certification, Fidlock fastener, action cam mount; Full-Air also fulfils the ASTM downhill standard.  
- Full-Air (760 g, € 279.99) with fixed chin bar, 3QTR-Air (650 g, € 229.99) as a three-quarter helmet; strengths: Ventilation, weight, weakness: price, no removable strap.

Bell Air Series helmets: full-face protection meets airy uphill flow

- Specialized Ambush 3 offers very strong ventilation, high protection with Mips Air Node, BOA adjustment and received top marks in Virginia Tech tests.  
- In the practical test, the cooling, comfort, fit, look, adjustable visor and integration options for goggles, light and camera were impressive.  
- Points of criticism are the high price of 199 euros and the easily twisted straps on the Fidlock fastener, which slow down the fitting process.

Specialized Ambush 3 test: The helmet with air intake

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Bike Helmets Tested: The Best Protection | BIKE

MTB helmets & protectors
New protectors - the most exciting helmets & protectors from Riva

Helmet with crash chip
Rudy Project's new Terraform with Safety-Plus?

Uncompromising trail performance. A style that fits. That's the Alpina Rootage 2 MIPS.

Completely underestimated
Every bike helmet should have this feature

Bike Festival Awards 2026
The winning products from Riva del Garda

Made in Italy quick-change artist
Abus Targon MTB helmet

Rudy Project Terraform
Two new helmets for maximum safety

Bike Festival Awards 2026
These products are in the final of Riva

Smith Pilot
What can the new Smith MTB helmet with Mips do for 95 euros?

KED Urban UF-1
New helmet for top protection in the urban jungle

Bell Air Series helmets
Full-face protection meets airy uphill flow

Specialized Ambush 3 test
The helmet with air intake

Bike Helmets Tested: The Best Protection | BIKE

MTB helmets & protectorsNew protectors - the most exciting helmets & protectors from Riva

Helmet with crash chipRudy Project's new Terraform with Safety-Plus?

Uncompromising trail performance. A style that fits. That's the Alpina Rootage 2 MIPS.

Completely underestimatedEvery bike helmet should have this feature

Bike Festival Awards 2026The winning products from Riva del Garda

Made in Italy quick-change artistAbus Targon MTB helmet

Rudy Project TerraformTwo new helmets for maximum safety

Bike Festival Awards 2026These products are in the final of Riva

Smith PilotWhat can the new Smith MTB helmet with Mips do for 95 euros?

KED Urban UF-1New helmet for top protection in the urban jungle

Bell Air Series helmetsFull-face protection meets airy uphill flow

Specialized Ambush 3 testThe helmet with air intake

MTB helmets & protectors
New protectors - the most exciting helmets & protectors from Riva

Helmet with crash chip
Rudy Project's new Terraform with Safety-Plus?

Completely underestimated
Every bike helmet should have this feature

Bike Festival Awards 2026
The winning products from Riva del Garda

Made in Italy quick-change artist
Abus Targon MTB helmet

Rudy Project Terraform
Two new helmets for maximum safety

Bike Festival Awards 2026
These products are in the final of Riva

Smith Pilot
What can the new Smith MTB helmet with Mips do for 95 euros?

KED Urban UF-1
New helmet for top protection in the urban jungle

Bell Air Series helmets
Full-face protection meets airy uphill flow

Specialized Ambush 3 test
The helmet with air intake