POWERSLIDE Wave Women 2018 (940608)

The Tectal Race MIPS Helmet has been a favorite of ours for years now, providing us with a comfortable, airy feel on the trail while keeping us protected from the occasional tumble or low-hanging tree more→branch. For the latest version of the Tectal Race, POC phases out its SPIN technology in favor of an integrated MIPS system developed specifically for POC helmets. This sheds some weight while still offering protection against rotational impact forces.

Featuring a low-profile in-mold design, the Code doesn't skimp on durability while creating a lightweight product. The polycarbonate shell and EPS liner bring us a high level of protection, with an in more→corporated Koroyd material that aids in impact absorption as well as airflow. The MIPS System uses slip-plane technology, reducing rotational force common in angular impacts, while tons of ventilation regulates airflow to keep us from overheating.

From a morning at the local crag to weeks on the wall, the Skywalker 3. 0 is strapped on our head. This helmet brings us all the comfort features with its full interior padding, large vents, and singl more→e-handed adjustment, yet it gives us a streamlined fit that doesn't feel limiting in those tight chimney squeezes.

Created specifically for trail and enduro riding, the Axion helmet features a lightweight feel with heavy protection. High-risk areas are protected with extended zones around the temples and back of t more→he head, and the neck is protected by the patented adjustable breakaway peak that reduces forces on impact by snapping off. Built with a unibody PC shell and an EPS liner, the structure and protection of this helmet are optimized. Also included is a 360° adjustment system, giving you a snug fit for added comfort and security.

While full face helmets undoubtedly provide more protection than their half-dome siblings, it often comes with a penalty in the weight department. IXS' Trigger Full-Face aims to remove the weight deba more→te from your helmet choice, providing all of the tech you want at a minuscule weight.

With IXS's background in motosports, we would be lying if we said we weren't surprised with the company's prowess in the protection department, and the Trigger AM Helmet is no exception. It uses doubl more→e-inmold construction to elevate impact absorption, and a burly polycarbonate shell that takes the brunt of hits — but the tech far from ends there. The Trigger AM packs in a unique ErgoFit Ultra retention system that enables you to adjust your fit both vertically and horizontally, accommodating more head shapes and sizes, while maintaining comfort by avoiding pressure points. An adjustable visor offers coverage from harsh sunny days, but can be moved upwards in three different positions to accommodate go…