Specialized Align II MIPS helmet

Extremely versatile bike helmet from Specialized

The Align II features a comfortable fit, clean look and full head protection - all for an affordable price. In addition, the versatile helmet comes with MIPS, the revolutionary Multi-Directional Impact Protection System to protect against rotational forces caused by impacts from the side.

In order to put the comfort factor in the foreground, Specialized has given the Align II the Tri-Fix strap system and the easily adjustable SX-Fit adjustment system, while its 4th Dimension cooling system ensures noticeable ventilation. Within the three helmet sizes available, you too will find the right helmet that is perfectly tailored to your head.

highlights

• The MIPS system is a low-friction layer that allows 10-15mm of sliding movement in all directions. Studies indicate that this reduces some of the rotational forces transmitted to the brain during impact
• Tri-Fix strap system offers high wearing comfort as well as easy, quick and consistent adjustment
• 4th Dimension ventilation system with effective ventilation openings for optimal temperature regulation
• The in-mold manufacturing process improves the strength of the helmet shell and at the same time reduces the weight
• Reflective elements for better visibility in low light conditions

Technical specification

Technologies used

In this chapter we explain the technologies that the manufacturer uses in this product.

MIPS
The MIPS® safety system was developed to provide additional protection for helmets in numerous accidents. In certain impact situations, the MIPS system can reduce dangerous forces that might otherwise be transmitted to the helmet wearer's head.

1. Conventional helmets are designed and tested for a straight impact. In most cases, however, the impact is at an angle, which can cause rotational movements for the head.

2. This rotational movement can cause brain injury.

3. The low-friction shell is designed to help reduce rotational movement of the head in certain cases of angled impact.

Straight impact - oblique impact

The brain is typically more sensitive to rotational motion than linear motion because it has a shear strength similar to that of water or gel. When rotational movement causes different parts of the brain to move at different times, the tissues can be stretched, causing concussions or other brain injuries.

Rotational motion is a common cause of concussion and more serious brain injury from an oblique impact to the head. The MIPS system consists of a low-friction shell that is fixed inside the helmet. The low-friction shell is designed to slide slightly inside the helmet in the event of an accident, allowing forces to be directed away from the head. It is said to help reduce the risk of brain injuries.

Most conventional helmets are designed for a straight impact, but in most cases the impact is at an angle. The low-friction shell can reduce the rotational forces of an oblique impact.

Security system with the brain as a model

Unlike conventional helmets, which are primarily designed and tested for a straight impact, the low-friction shell of the MIPS system mimics the brain's own protection system against rotational movement. The cerebrospinal fluid is our natural defense system that allows the brain to move offset to the skull.

scope of delivery

• 1 x Specialized Align II MIPS helmet (see item description for details)