Full-cut, over-the-ear, or ¾? It doesn’t seem like the industry has really settled on what to call extended-coverage helmets like the new Troy Lee Designs Stage Stunt. Regardless of what we call this style of helmet, they’ve slowly grown in popularity and number in the past few years, and TLD is adding another model to the list of options. This new helmet combines TLD’s signature looks in a lightweight ¾-shell design for riders seeking enhanced coverage without a chinbar.
Troy Lee Designs Stage Stunt Details
The TLD Stage full-face helmet is among the lightest and best-ventilated dedicated full-face models on the market and has been popular with enduro, all-mountain, and aggressive trail riders for a few years now. With the new Stage Stunt, it appears that TLD essentially took the Stage and removed the chinbar, a design which should enhance airflow and reduce weight while providing increased head coverage.
The ¾ shell offers significantly more coverage than a half-shell, including more at the back of the head and extending down over the ears and covering part of the upper jaw, as well. The helmet otherwise looks strikingly similar to the Stage, with a familiar vent layout and signature Troy Lee Designs styling.
The Stage Stunt has a fairly traditional in-mold construction with a lightweight, fiber-reinforced polycarbonate shell paired with dual-density EPS intended to help manage forces from both high- and low-speed impacts. For rotational impact protection, TLD chose the new Mips Integra Fuse system. This system integrates the low-friction layer by fusing it directly to the EPS inside the helmet shell. This design is intended to be very low-profile and noise-free without any impact on ventilation.
The Stage Stunt uses a convenient Fidlock magnetic buckle for one-handed operation. TLD includes two thicknesses of Dri-lex cheek pads and neck rolls, with three positions of vertical adjustment to optimize the helmet’s fit and stability. The three-position visor is, not surprisingly, goggle compatible. To keep things cool, 9 intake ports and 13 exhaust vents are designed to provide maximum airflow.
The Stage Stunt weighs in at a claimed 550 grams (size not specified), making it one of the lightest helmets of its type. It comes in three sizes, XS/SM (54-56cm), MD/LG (57-59cm), and XL/XXL (60-63cm).
TLD Stage Stunt Specs
- Shell: High Impact Polycarbonate Shell
- Impact Liner: Dual-density EPS
- Rotational Impact Protection: Mips Integra Fuse
- Comfort Liner: Adjustable Dri-lex cheek pads and new roll (3 position)
- Visor: 3-way adjustable with goggles and glasses stowage
- Ventilation: 9 intake vents, 13 exhaust vents
- Certifications: CPSC 1203, CE EN1078, AS-NZS 2063, NTA8776 (e-bike)
- Sizes: XS/SM, MD/LG, XL/XXL
- Weight: 550g
TLD Stage Stunt: Colors, Pricing, Availability
The Stage Stunt is available now on the TLD website and select online and brick-and-mortar retailers. It comes in six colorways, with prices ranging from $305 for the most subtle Drone Black to $325 for Pinstripe White or Pinstripe Black.
If purchasing directly from TLD, buyers can also opt for customized lettering in script or block letters for a $150 upcharge. Full custom paint jobs are also an option for those interested.
