There was a whole lot of buzz across the HighBar helmet strap and match techniques this previous week at Sea Otter Basic. Sure, it appears to be like barely odd, however all the things on the bicycle helmet has developed through the years apart from the strap, HighBar thinks its time…
What’s HighBar, and what’s this creation?
HighBar Helmet Strap
The HighBar helmet retention system was wholly designed to maintain helmets in place, not simply on the riders’ heads. Many riders (professionals, too) have a helmet strap dangling about three inches from their chin. Once they want the helmet to do its job, no MIPS, WavCel, or different novel system can work correctly with the helmet not being retained adequately on the rider’s head.
So the HighBar staff took observe, questioning the right way to create a greater strap that may retain the helmet on a rider’s head with out being intrusive. They landed on an adjustable knob, just like the knob used to tighten the rear cradle of the helmet.
What are the Advantages?
There are fairly just a few. First is noise, wind noise, and flapping straps, particularly. The HighBar design staff famous, after they first went to the Wind tunnel for testing, they detected far much less flap and noise from the system.
If not adjusted proper, the webbing straps are inclined to flap considerably within the wind on conventional helmets. Often, when helmet producers enter the WindTunnel, they tape down the webbing straps; they’re keen on principally helmet information. Nonetheless, the mounted place of the Hello-Bars retains them quicker within the wind, round 7 watts quicker than conventional webbing.
The HighBar strap is mounted, barely extra aero, and 6 decibels quieter than webbing straps. HighBar claims their new system is roughly 50% quieter than conventional helmets with webbing straps. Thats a bonus in the event you’re a fan of group experience smack-talking.
How does the HighBar helmet strap match?
At first, it feels bizarre, however you regulate after a second (like a minute). It’s like a hockey helmet strap and a well-adjusted biking strap mixed. The piece beneath has a small pad for some additional cushion however shouldn’t be over-tightened. The pivotal level of the strap is correct in the course of the ear. This pivot offers the strap a pleasant level to maneuver and get to the chin in a straight line.
The system shouldn’t contact the rider’s head, one other characteristic you gained’t discover till you attempt it on. The HighBar system is notably cooler within the wind and feels tremendous gentle with out the webbing straps touching your face. You get extra floor airflow and arguably higher physique temperature regulation. Marginal good points!
When are you able to get one?
Properly, thats coming, however maintain your eyes open on BikeRumor, the World Tour, World Sequence of Mountain Bike or Gravel, and I’m positive you’ll see one quickly. We’re hoping to know extra data this summer time.
