TECHNOLOGY

HexaGo

HexaGo: 3 in 1 Technology

HexaGo®is a honeycomb structure made of a special elastomer called H.E.A.P. (High Energy Absorption Polymer). This material is particularly suitable for protecting your head in the event of impact, whether linear or rotational, as its rubbery characteristics make it capable of recovering its original shape after being deformed. The elastomer guarantees much greater elasticity than the classic EPS used in traditional helmets. While the outer polycarbonate shell for the Awake and the P.R.P. shell for the Circle protects the inside of the helmet,preventing sharp objects such as stones or branches from getting into it, the inner layer performs its important function as a shock absorber. Our patented HexaGo® technology represents a major step forward in terms of safety. The hexagonal honeycomb structure gives the helmet unrivalled stability and flexibility. As a result, the force of impact is better absorbed and falls are significantly cushioned.

HexaGo: Double Protection

According to the European regulations governing the approval of bicycle helmets, the acceleration value that a helmet may not exceed is 250g. The g-force is the acceleration transmitted to the head at the moment of an impact. In order to pass the tests required by European regulations, the helmet must not transmit a force to the head greater than 250g (equal to 1500 kg). On average, the energy transmitted by bicycle helmets is approx. 175g (Folksam data).

The energy transmitted by a SEVENTWENTY helmet is only 115g.

SEVENTWENTY helmets therefore offer more than twice the protection of the EN standard.

HexaGo®: Integrated Rotational Protection

In the event of an accident, the impact usually does not simply occur along a straight line (e.g. a perfectly vertical fall), but usually has a rotational nature. The moment the head hits the ground, not only is the force generated in a precisely defined direction, but a rotational movement occurs automatically. The head thus undergoes a rotational impact, exposing the brain to a higher risk of injury.

The HexaGo® honeycomb structure is also able to best absorb the force of rotational motion, accompanying the cyclist’s head throughout the impact and distributing the impact force over the HexaGo®nal cell walls. HexaGo® decreases impact acceleration both through the sliding of the structure itself inside the shell and through the gradual deformation of the structure, allowing the risk of head injury and concussion to be limited as much as possible.

For this reason, our helmets do not need any additional supporting technology.