PBE15: Bern Shows off new In-Mold, MIPS equipped FL-1 Helmet for the Road

OK, what is MIPS?

I would buy this for my daily commuting by bicycle. I’ve been intrigued by Bern helmets for a few years. But all their helmets look like, well commuter helmets. Now I can have a Bern that is a bit more sportier. Like.

I like it in terms of the company’s intended direction. Would be a more fitting commuter helmet for people on actual road bikes. Seems like the kind of helmet that can take scuffs without looking horrible, and was designed with everyday practicality first.

The back is ugly to me, but I could see to it that it may be functionally proper. I do like that they kept exposed foam to a minimum despite all the vents.

It’s not ugly, but it doesn’t really stand out either. I base my helmet selection more on fit and comfort so if this one fits good I’d give it a shot, my current LG Course fits amazing but isn’t much of a looker

This helmet looks rad! Definitely a step in the right direction.

@Dan: Untrue. MIPS has been tested and showed great impact on reducing head injuries regarding rotational violence. have a look at this test. It’s super interesting I think. So at least I like the opportunity to choose.
http://www.folksam.se/polopoly_fs/1.139790!/Folksam%20bicycle%20helmet%20test%202015.pdf

@dan is onto something your scalp is natures MIPS. People don’t wear helmets snug enough not to slide in the event of a crash.

@sarah while rotational injury is bad lots believe Mips is not the only or best way to go about protecting us. The stuff that 6D and kali protectives is doing is very interesting. They are using soft material to lower g-forces and reduction rotational forces at the same time. Every impact has some linear and some oblique forces. Lets fight both equally and not only concentrate on the buzz words.

http://www.helmets.org says “We do not see compelling evidence that you should trade in your current helmet on a MIPS model unless having the Latest Thing is important to you”