RoadTrailRide: Sweet Protection Aero 2Vi MIPS Cycling Helmet Review

Candy Safety Aero 2Vi MIPS Helmet (Silver Smoke as examined)

Sizes SM/ML/LXL

Weight as examined in dimension M/L: 339g/12oz (317/11.25oz with out vent covers)

$300

Professionals: Match, consolation, model, 5 star VA Tech security scores, detachable venting covers, aerodynamic winter/summer time versatility, Fidlock buckle

Cons: just a little heavier than anticipated/marketed

Introduction/Match/Model:  

Should you observe professional biking, you’ve got seemingly seen the Uno-X Mobility biking crew rocking the Falconer Aero 2Vi Mips helmet, a uniquely rounded, easy aero design with detachable magnetic vent covers.  The Falconer is constructed with the best high quality supplies and craftsmanship, with the entire newest expertise and security options anticipated in a high tier, premium helmet.  Whereas the Falconer is billed as a street helmet, it is also ideally suited as a gravel helmet as effectively.  

Match is true to dimension in my ordinary dimension medium and accommodates my oval-ish head form.  Styling is exclusive, with very easy and clear strains, a low profile, is spherical and aero trying, and particularly so with the magnetic covers in place.  The Silver/Smoke colorway as examined has a little bit of an area robotic look to it, excessive tech and quick!

Options:

Safety: The Candy Aero options 2Vi® expertise platform for elevated efficiency and luxury with Mips Air for cover towards rotational forces.

The Mips Air is gentle and efficient and serving to to mitigate rotational forces upon influence, contributing to the VA Tech 5 star security scores (one of many highest scoring helmets of their checks).and it additionally exceeds EU, US and UK bike requirements

Removable magnetic aero covers – I discover this to be the important thing characteristic that units the Falconer Aero aside from all others, giving the helmet a excessive stage of versatility.  With the magnetic covers eliminated, the helmet could be very effectively ventilated and 22g/.75oz lighter for warm days and lengthy climbs.  In case you are trying to lower drag and improve aerodynamic benefit, then add the magnetic covers for pushing excessive speeds.  

Other than aerodynamic benefit (not likely a priority for me anymore I’ll admit) and my lengthy distance gravel pursuits, I discover the magnetic covers to be an important benefit to mitigating climate.  I like that I can depart them put in for early morning begins for just a little added heat (or no less than decrease undesirable breezy air movement), then, because the temperature warms, I can simply pop the covers off on the fly and stow them in my jersey pocket.  Then, for the usually lengthy, chilly mountain descents right here in Colorado, I can simply simply pop the covers again on (whereas driving even).  

Moreover, I desire to maintain my head shielded from the solar and sometimes put on a biking cap, however when the covers are put in, the quantity of direct daylight on my head is at an absolute minimal.

Built-in 360 match system with on the fly top adjustment

The 360 match system is safe and straightforward to make use of with the micro regulate dial, securing the helmet fairly effectively and comfortably.  Whereas the dial works effectively, I’d like to see a barely bigger, extra pronounced dial for higher grip/leverage when making an attempt to function with full fingered winter gloves (a really minor nitpick).

The rear carriage for the 360 match dial is telescoping to assist dial in match.

It’s designed to combine effectively with Candy Safety eyewear

STACC air flow which successfully cools down the superficial temporal arteries

Eyewear grippers for straightforward eyewear storage

Magnetic Fidlock buckle

The Fidlock buckle has turn out to be an enormous promoting level for me and a powerful desire, as they’re really easy to function, particularly one handed (good if it’s essential take away/put again on whereas on the go for no matter cause).  I want all helmets had Fidlock.

Replaceable moisture absorbing entrance pad

Efficiency/Conclusions/Suggestions:

I’ve been utilizing the Falconer this Fall for gravel driving alongside the Entrance Vary of Colorado, the place it has been principally heat (unseasonably heat), although with some chilly snaps.  I’ve ridden in temps starting from round 30 levels F, as much as round or simply over 80 levels and have actually come to understand the efficiency of the Falconer and its versatility, largely because of the detachable magnetic vent covers, that are a sport changer.  

They’re really easy to take away or add, even whereas driving, that I really like that I can regulate as wanted relying on the temperature, chilly early morning begins, lengthy descents or simply maintaining the solar off of my head.  With out the covers, air flow is excellent, with the venting configuration and channeling very efficient for air movement.  With the covers, a lot of the airflow is blocked off, although the central vents and entrance forehead vent give sufficient airflow when wanted, or can simply be taped off in case you select to make use of this helmet for devoted winter use.  

Match, consolation and changes are high notch, the supplies and building are of the best high quality, the Fidlock is really easy to make use of and I take nice consolation within the 5 star VA Tech scores, scoring on the very high of the lists.  Whereas the 12oz/339g weight is greater than many professional stage, premium helmets, I don’t discover that the Falconer feels heavy on my head and is a good commerce for the options, highest stage of security and the flexibility of the magnetic covers.  I’d extremely advocate the Falconer for Street or Gravel biking at any stage, distance or situations.

4 Comparisons:

POC Cytal Lite (RTR Overview): The Cytal Lite is featherweight and missing any actual frills or options, and is finest for hillclimbs and people counting each gram, whereas the Falconer is way more versatile and has higher security scores.

Trek Velocis MIPS (RTR Overview): Additionally a lot lighter than the Falconer, but with out feeling stripped down or missing options.  For me, the match of the Falconer is a bit higher and I respect the flexibility and barely higher security scores.

POC Cytal (RTR Overview):  Nearer in weight, the Cytal is a little more snug for my head and has higher air flow (if that’s your intention) and the Cytal scores even higher within the crash check scores.  The Falconer is a little more versatile.

Smith Hint (RTR Overview): One other featherweight, although with unbelievable consolation, model and has Koryd, that helps maintain out the bees, however inhibits air flow a bit.  The Falconer is extra versatile and has higher check scores.

Giro Aries (RTR Overview): The Aries is considerably lighter, has slighter higher crash check scores, has all of the bells and whistles (aside from Fidlock), skill so as to add an built-in flashing gentle and is among the sleekest, most fashionable trying helmets in the marketplace.  The Falconer is extra aero and versatile general although.

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Jeff Valliere has been round bikes his whole life, as a toddler following his dad to bike races and bike retailers, BMX racing as a child, working in bike retailers as a mechanic for 14+ years (10 at U-Bikes in Boulder the place he met John Tribbia fellow RoadTrailRide and RoadTrailRun contributor). Jeff additionally raced as knowledgeable street bicycle owner for a number of years.  Jeff not races, however nonetheless likes to trip as he introduces his daughters to the fun of biking.  Along with being obsessive about biking, he runs mountains day by day and has been reviewing trainers/gear/tech for RoadTrailRun since 2015 and for different publications/firms since 2005.