Brain injury reduction technology
Cape Town , South Africa based Leatt claims " cutting-edge brain injury reduction technology " has been incorporated into its new-for-2021 9.5 carbon and 8.5 composite MX helmets with four densities of impact foam cut into five sections . Leatt Marketing and Athlete Manager Dave King told IDN that " our new helmets are remarkably lightweight , with an advanced ventilation system " and that they " meet and exceed safety standards ( ECE / DOT ) and rider expectations for fit and comfort , providing massive airflow at any speed ." Built to be compatible with the Leatt neck brace , allowing for maximum head and neck mobility , the visor is designed with breakaway function and emergency cheek pad removal . " The highest level of impact protection is achieved using 360-degree
Turbine Technology , which reduces the forces associated with concussion and rotational acceleration to the brain ." Large ventilation channels , a Pro-Fit elastic comfort liner and a hydration port provide all-day coolness and comfort . All helmets also feature a washable , anti-odour X-Static inner liner that wicks away moisture and offers excellent breathability . Available in a " broad range of striking colours ", the 8.5 and 9.5 ship with a FREE pair of " bulletproof " Velocity goggles .
LEATT CORPORATION Durbanville , SOUTH AFRICA Tel : + 27 ( 0 ) 21 557 7257 info @ leatt . com www . leatt . com
Get inside a Bubble with FK
FK Visors by Reggio Emilia , Italy based Forbikes is now distributing vintage Bubble visors . They are described as " icons of style and safety , Bubble visors add even more retro style to jet helmets and offer the best protection features for the rider ". The Bubble visors come in a wide variety of colours , so that each rider can choose the one that best suits their taste - transparent , brown / transparent , light smoke , dark smoke , silver mirror , multicolour mirror , blue / transparent , yellow , pink / transparent , orange , orange / transparent . " Attachment is by three universal and adjustable snap-buttons - they are lightweight , offer extremely clear , optically correct vision and are designed to fit any 3-stud motorcycle helmet thanks to the adjustable centre distance . They are injectionmoulded for durability , precision and strength and no tools are required for installation . In a Bubble design , the larger distance between the visor and the face results in greater comfort and less issues with misting and negative airflows ". A 3-stud visor flip mechanism is also available , so the rider can flip the visor up or down at will . Simple and
robust , it is available in two colours - black or transparent . " A must-have accessory for Bubble visor lovers ".
FORBIKES Reggio Emilia ( RE ), ITALY Tel : + 39 0522 232590 commerciale @ forbikes . it www . fkvisors . com
Forcefield ' Isolator ' armour - Level 1 and 2
' Isolator ' is a brand-new armour development from Forcefield aimed at making the fitment of armour in motorcycle apparel safer . Despite the fact that , over recent years , the armour that comes fitted in off-the-shelf motorcycle clothing has improved in quality , Forcefield says that there has been room for improvement in how safely armour is installed and that its thin ( as little as 8 mm ), flexible and mouldable ' Isolator ' range represents an important improvement in allday riding comfort while maintaining " the highest levels of protection " " For many years we have been researching and perfecting the correct materials to ensure we can offer the finest armour . Form , function and high performance are the important factors , and with added nitrile , improved memory properties , high density formulations and innovative design shapes , we have created a product range that is the slimmest on the market , while passing the very latest CE standards . ' Isolator ' passes all the CE2 requirements at ambient , wet , extreme cold and hot temperatures . " Isolator armour is super soft to touch and wear yet has incredible protective strength . We supply this armour not only as an upgrade item , but also as the standard armour that fills our Forcefield Pro and Sport range of armoured base layer clothing ". The ' Isolator ' range includes protectors for the back , shoulders , elbows , hip and knees .
FORCEFIELD BODY ARMOUR Rushden , Northants , UK Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 1933 410818 info @ forcefieldbodyarmour . com www . forcefieldbodyarmour . com
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