Current State of Helmet Tech, pt. 2: Giro / Bell

We talk with Rob Wesson about Giro’s approach to various helmet safety standards and certifications; the differences between a $65 helmet and a $260 helmet; the pros and cons of adding a chin bar to a full-face helmet, or a large visor to an enduro bike helmet; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Giro / Bell background + Rob’s background (4:05)Overview of the helmet market & sales (5:05)How Giro handles the different safety certifications & standards (13:00)Where have the biggest advancements in helmet tech been made? (19:28)Where are consumer priorities these days? (24:04)$65 MIPS vs $260 MIPS helmet (28:00)Full-face helmets, Enduro helmets, etc.(32:04)spherical shape - aerodynamics - and safety as it relates to shape (34:04)What We’re Celebrating (40:02)RELATED LINKS:Blister Bike Buyer’s GuideCurrent State of Helmet Tech, pt. 1Current State of Helmet Tech, pt. 3Current State of Helmet Tech, pt. 4Become a Blister Member Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.