POC Octal X MIPS cyklistická helma

Maximum protection for gravel bikers and cyclocrossers

The Octal X MIPS takes the award-winning Octal road helmet to a new level and optimizes it for the needs of gravel bike and cyclocross riders. With an extended outer shell that covers more of the inner helmet than the Octal, the Octal X MIPS benefits from higher strength properties with only a minimal increase in weight.

Like the Octal, it boasts extreme air permeability, aerodynamic efficiency, a full wrap-around one-piece shell and EPS insert, and POC's proven aramid fiber-reinforced helmet bridge for added strength and penetration protection. These properties are part of our holistic helmet concept so that our helmets offer the perfect mix of comfort, reliability and performance. Thanks to MIPS, the helmet also offers improved rotational impact protection.

highlights

• MIPS Integra: The latest technology from the brain protection specialists at MIPS offers enhanced rotational impact protection
• RECCO® reflector: A RECCO® reflector makes it easier for emergency services to locate you in the event of an accident
• EPS insert: A light EPS insert offers optimal protection
• Aramid fiber reinforced helmet bridge: Aramid fiber reinforced helmet bridge inside to improve structural stability and increase penetration protection
• Full Wraparound One-Piece Shell: The full wraparound one-piece polycarbonate shell increases the structural integrity of the helmet
• 360° adjustment system: Simple 360° adjustment system for a secure and comfortable fit
• Unique Ventilation Design: Few large vents for cooling and aerodynamic efficiency
• Glasses holder: Special high-friction supports on the front of the helmet are designed to store sunglasses easily and safely while riding

specification

Technologies used

In this chapter we explain the technologies that the manufacturer uses in this product.

MIPS
The MIPS® safety system was developed to provide additional protection for helmets in numerous accidents. In certain impact situations, the MIPS system can reduce dangerous forces that might otherwise be transmitted to the helmet wearer's head.

1. Conventional helmets are designed and tested for a straight impact. In most cases, however, the impact is at an angle, which can cause rotational movements for the head.

2. This rotational movement can cause brain injury.

3. The low-friction shell is designed to help reduce rotational movement of the head in certain cases of angled impact.

Straight impact - oblique impact

The brain is typically more sensitive to rotational movement than linear movement because it has a shear strength similar to that of water or gel. When rotational movement causes different parts of the brain to move at different times, the tissues can be stretched, causing concussions or other brain injuries.

Rotational motion is a common cause of concussion and more serious brain injury from an oblique impact to the head. The MIPS system consists of a low-friction shell that is fixed inside the helmet. The low-friction shell is designed to slide slightly inside the helmet in the event of an accident, allowing forces to be directed away from the head. It is said to help reduce the risk of brain injuries.

Most conventional helmets are designed for a straight impact, but in most cases the impact is at an angle. The low-friction shell can reduce the rotational forces of an oblique impact.

Security system with the brain as a model

Unlike conventional helmets, which are primarily designed and tested for a straight impact, the low-friction shell of the MIPS system mimics the brain's own protection system against rotational movement. The cerebrospinal fluid is our natural defense system that allows the brain to move offset to the skull.

scope of delivery

• 1 x POC Octal X MIPS helmet (see item description for details)