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Giro Sport Design has today announced the Tyrant MIPS.
“Racers are still racing, but so much of the real energy in mountain biking is now out playing in the woods – building the ultimate lines and sessioning the best parts,” said Giro marketing director Dain Zaffke.
“Tyrant is made for riders who are more likely to be wearing jeans than a number but are still pushing boundaries with their riding. We wanted to give them a helmet that matches their style but still delivers the latest evolution in protection.”
At the heart of Tyrant lies MIPS Spherical, the latest iteration of the multi-directional impact protection system. Like a ball-and-socket joint, two layers of foam rotate around each other below a hardshell with in-mould polycarbonate Hardbody lower wrap.
One layer is EPS and the other is a lower density EPP foam. The added coverage of a ‘full-cut’ design brings confidence while Stack ventilation at the brow line and 14 vents combine with internal channelling to keep riders cool. A new version of the RocLoc Air DH retention system locks everything in place, while adjustable cheek pads customise the fit.
Key features:
– MIPS Spherical
– Tool-free, bolt-on visor
– Goggle compatibility
– Stack ventilation
– Quick-dry padding
– Check pad ventilation
– Spare set of cheek pads included for fit tuning
Construction:
– Hardshell with in-mould polycarbonate Hardbody lower wrap
– Progressive layering with EPS outer liner and EPP inner liner
Fit System:
– Roc Loc Air DH
Ventilation:
– Channelled Stack ventilation at the brow line
– 14 vents with internal channelling
Super Fit sizes:
– S 20in–21.75in/51–55cm
– M 21.75in–23.25in/55–59cm
– L 23.25in–24.75in/59–63cm
The Giro Tyrant MIPS is available later this year from authorised Giro retailers and online for $150 USD/ €149/ £134.99.
Giro is distributed by ZyroFisher in the UK and Ireland.
