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Mountain biking is a demanding sport – compromising on your kit is definitely not a good idea. The 4Forty helmet is built to withstand the challenges of the trails.

Its quality matches helmets that cost twice as much: it has a deep profile covering the back of the head, is perfectly ventilated, fits superbly thanks to the Float Fit retention system, and features an adjustable visor.

All Bell helmets are designed to absorb as much energy as possible on impact and meet the current European standard: EN 1078. The aim of the new MIPS technology is to reduce rotational forces acting on the head in the event of a crash. On impacts from any angle, MIPS allows the helmet’s EPS shell to rotate independently around the rider’s head.

Although this movement is only a few millimetres, we believe MIPS technology significantly reduces the amount of rotational force that could otherwise be transferred to the brain.

• Adjustable visor
• Sweat Guide
• Deep profile covering the back of the head
• Perfect ventilation
• Meets current European standards EN1078
• MIPS system

Specifications:

Retention system: Float Fit (MIPS integration on the MIPS version)
Construction: In-mould Polycarbonate Shell
Ventilation: 15 vents, Channeled Ventilation

Sizes: S (52–56 cm), M (55–59 cm), L (58–62 cm)

MIPS (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System)
MIPS provides increased protection against rotational forces acting on the head. MIPS is a low-friction liner between the EPS shell (the helmet body) and the internal padding. In the event of an angled impact (for example, if your head catches a branch), the helmet’s EPS shell rotates a few millimetres on the MIPS layer, helping protect the head and brain from a sudden rotational jolt.