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…
The skinny
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