MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) - a leading slip-plane technology designed to reduce rotational forces that can result from certain impacts. By integrating the MIPS slip plane into the retention system, we are able to reduce complexity and weight for a compact, better ventilated helmet that fits more closely to the head.

A lot of MIPS’ time is dedicated to testing its technology in its own laboratory. In fact, testing has been core to MIPS’ activities right from its inception. When we spoke to MIPS it was just about to pass 48,600 completed tests. Cycle Centre Congleton Limited 2021. Cyclestore is a trading name of Cycle Centre Congleton Limited. All Rights Reserved Company No. 05107467 | VAT No: 593 733 507 The Bontrager Specter WaveCel employs innovative WaveCel technology, which also helps to protect the brain during certain angled impacts. While MIPS and WaveCel aim to protect the brain during certain types of impacts, there are some key differences between the innovative technologies. MIPS-equipped: MIPS stands for Multi-Directional Impact Protection System, which is a leading slip-plane technology inside the helmet designed to reduce rotational forces that can result from certain impacts.It makes sense when you think about any time you’ve crashed a bike, or even just fallen over. The likelihood of you dropping vertically onto the ground being exposed only to a linear force is incredibly slim – there is almost always an angle involved. Foos also says that WaveCel-equipped Bontrager helmets have been given “top honours” by Virginia Tech. A thoughtful cooling system with large vents and deep internal channels keeps you from overheating when the temperature rises. You’ll also find a comfortable brow pad for sweat management. Most mountain bike helmets have an adjustable visor, but this one accommodates goggles and cycling glasses for your riding comfort. You’ll also find an integrated mount for your bike helmet camera that’s designed to break away during impact. Extra safety is no bad idea in our eyes, and MIPS builds a convincing case for why taking measures to protect yourself against rotational impacts is wise.

When you fall to the ground, we have the horizontal speed forward and the impact to the ground, and during that impact, there is a tangential force that will lead to rotation of the helmet and the head.We rate each bike helmet based on the results of 24 impact tests in our laboratory. A drop tower designed to match helmet-to-ground characteristics in cycling is used to test the helmets. We measure linear acceleration and rotational velocity for each impact, which are correlated to concussion risk.