Summer, sun, sweaty helmet?! Trek has revised its WaveCel technology in 3 bicycle helmets so that more air can reach the head. We show the 3 new MTB helmets Quantum, Rally & Blaze and their features.
Trek today introduced three mountain bike helmets that either improve or completely re-implement its already well-known WaveCel safety technology. These helmets cover the entire spectrum of riders, from beginners to experienced enduro riders.
What’s new: All of these 3 helmet models are equipped with the lighter and cooler WaveCel technology. Trek states that the “cell walls” – the material of the WaveCel honeycomb – save 15 grams in weight and at the same time ensure better air circulation with a 10% larger cell structure. WaveCel is a foldable cell structure that lines the inside of the helmet and is said to protect the head more effectively than foam helmets in certain cycling accidents.
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The new Trek Quantum WaveCel bicycle helmet
The new Quantum WaveCel MTB helmet from Trek is a versatile all-rounder that is suitable for both urban environments and long mountain trails. It offers a lot of protection thanks to its deeper coverage at the back of the head and the WaveCel technology used for the first time in this model. It also has a three-way adjustable visor and an integrated sunglasses “garage”. The price: 119.99 euros (RRP).
Photo: Trek BikesTrek Quantum WaveCel
Trek Rally WaveCel MTB-Helm
The US manufacturer has developed the new Trek Rally WaveCel MTB helmet for technically demanding trails. The new Rally offers a deeper back of the head cover than the previous model and the improved, more cooling WaveCel technology. Its performance features include the BOA fit system, a FidLock buckle, Blendr accessory mounts and the three-way adjustable visor with integrated sunglasses holder. The Trek Rally is the “mid-range model” and costs 169.99 euros (RRP).
The top model Trek Blaze WaveCel
The new Trek Blaze WaveCel MTB helmet is aimed at advanced mountain bikers and enduro riders who need a lot of protection and even more coverage. The top model among the three revised bicycle helmets comes with removable ear pieces, the new and more cooling WaveCel technology, a BOA fit system, a magnetic breakaway visor with three positions optimized for glasses and Blendr accessory mounts. That has its price: 249.99 euros (RRP).
The new Quantum, Rally and Blaze WaveCel helmets are available now at Trek dealers, select markets and online at trekbikes.com.
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