The FIM are pushing the boundaries of helmet protection and technology in world championship racing thanks to a new homologation test that is nudging the industry. We asked some brands about new ideas, new limitations and what it means for the future of ‘lids’
Scott’s 550 helmet promises a lot in terms of head protection and performance for a significant and reasonable price. How was that possible? We asked about the creation of the 550 and why it might cause a stir in a saturated market…
We were given a tour and explanation of Shoei’s MotoGP Race Service to understand a little of what goes into helmet prep for athletes at the top level of the racing game
In the first of two parts of a special glance at off-road helmets, their evolution and how the perspective for safety is beginning to change (even to the point where the FIM are busy with a dedicated commission) we able to get the inside track on the most successful lid in AMA racing: Fox’s V3.
Pleased to have erstwhile and erudite MotoGP scribe Neil Morrison lending his Blogging thoughts to the mag and here’s his first effort; a sharp look at the Petrucci incident at Aragon and the seriousness of head issues in Grand Prix
An account and details of an ‘explosive’ event prior to the Monster Energy Grand Prix of USA at Glen Helen when Leatt showed off some of their curious products in a stellar 2017 range. Here’s why we have to pay attention to the GPX lid, some high quality riding gloves and the South African’s first dip into apparel
We visited Answer in California for a look at how motocross gear is designed and created and also chatted athletes, deals and inspiration for the off-road look…
