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For the new Artist Series, Alpina has teamed up with the German artist Mo Friedrich who is an established figure in action sports culture. His signature runs through the entire collection: Reduced black and white illustrationsclear lines, deliberately implemented without grey tones.
The central motif shows a robin and a woodworm - normally opponents, but here united as ambassadors for community, tolerance and fun in sport.
More than just a helmet: a small collection
The Artist Series is not limited to a single product. The design can be found on several models from the Alpina portfolio, which cover different areas of use.
At the centre is the Rootage 2 Mips, an enduro helmet with triple-shell construction and integrated mips system to protect against rotational forces. It therefore fulfils the technical requirements for demanding trail and enduro use.
The series is complemented by
- the Taunus Gravel Mips for gravel applications
- the Lumin as sporty performance glasses
- the Sneek 2.0 as lifestyle sunglasses with full UV protection
Together, this results in a harmonised setup that covers both sporty and everyday use.
Technology remains - design takes centre stage
Technically, the products are at the familiar Alpina level. The helmet Mips technology, multi-shell construction and comfort features takes centre stage. The artwork itself is deliberately integrated into the products - with the Rootage 2 Mips on the centre shell, for example. The design of the Gravel helmet is more discreet, while goggles such as the Lumin focus more on visual presence.
Alpina Rootage 2 MIPS
- EquipmentOptimum off-road protection thanks to lowered helmet rear and deep temple sections; Mips is designed to reduce rotational forces in accidents with angled impacts; Individually adjustable 360° fit system; Flat, adjustable Y-clip, height-adjustable shield
- Sizes: 52-56 / 55-59 / 59-61
- Weight360 grams (55-59)
- Price159,95 Euro >> available here
Alpina Lumin sports glasses
- EquipmentStable and comfortable fit thanks to rubberised nose wings and temple tips; 100% UV-A, -B, -C protection; bio-based frame material
- Weight: 31 gram
- Price: 69,95 Euro >> available here
Alpine Taunus Gravel MIPS
- Features: Optimum protection thanks to lowered helmet rear and deep temple sections; mips designed to reduce rotational forces in accidents with angled impacts; individually adjustable thanks to the smooth-running Run System Ergo Flex Mips; rubberised goggle garage; Wide Y-Clip ensures tight and comfortable helmet straps
- Sizes: 52-56 / 55-59 / 59-61
- Weight295 grams (55-59)
- Price99,95 Euro >> available here
Conclusion from an editorial point of view
The Alpina Artist Series x Mo Friedrich is not a classic product innovation in the technical sense - but a Conscious change of perspective. Instead of new features, the focus is on the perception of nature. Wind in your face, earth between your teeth - mountain biking or cycling in general thrives on the fact that nature appeals to all our senses. The series shows that bike products can be more than just equipment - they can be part of a scene, an attitude to life.
Stefan Frey
Editor
