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Your Greatest Rival Is Yourself
The MET Rivale Mips gives you superior performance and an aggressive presence on the road that leaves a lasting impression. Safer, more comfortable, more efficient.
The Rivale is made to be inseparable from our best cycling memories. It represents one of the most vibrant statements of MET's mission, which began more than 30 years ago; create iconic designs that inspire confidence and and enhance the experience of cycling.
Fit & Security
The fit is unparalleled and thanks to its new Safe-T Upsilon retention system the helmet is stable on the head. The 360° head belt ensures that there are no pressure points on the skull and its easy to use vertical adjustment leaves you with an individual fit. With MIPS® technology, the Rivale combines an extraordinary price-quality ratio and all the advantages of the brain protection system against rotational forces. MIPS® is engineered to add at least 10% extra safety to the standard construction of helmets in case of certain impacts.
Ventilation & Aerodynamics
The front of the helmet is designed with wider and longer vents which improve the ventilation and they can also serve for securely docking sunglasses. A combination that ensures puristic riding fun. The rear has a singular MET signature style – especially the NACA Vent built-in with a lower and tube-shaped profile which makes the Rivale Mips more aerodynamic than its predecessor.
Features:
- In-mold polycarbonate shell with EPS liner
- MIPS-C2® brain protection system
- Safe-T Upsilon fit system
- Vertical adjustment
- 360° headbelt
- Internal air-channeling
- 18 vents
- NACA Vent
- Sunglasses ports
- Hand washable comfort pads
- Air Lite straps
- Adjustable cam divider
- Reflective rear stickers
- Certifications CE; AS/NZS; US
Free Exchanges: This product qualifies for free exchanges within the first 60 days after order. We'll cover the shipping both ways for continental US customers (not applicable for AK, HI, APO, FPO) if you need a different size and/or color of this product. Returned product must be in new condition with all labels and packaging. Free exchanges apply only for product in stock or available for backorder.
B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.
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Specifications
White Holographic - Medium | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00MBI1 |
White Holographic - Large | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00LBI1 |
Black, Matte/Glossy - Medium | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00MNO1 |
Black, Matte/Glossy - Large | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00LNO1 |
Motion Blur / Glossy - Medium | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00MMB1 |
Motion Blur / Glossy - Large | Mfg PartNum: 3HM132US00LMB1 |
Reviews
I've been wearing Kask helmets the last several years, and I was going to buy one of my favorite helmets again, the Kask Mojito. Unfortunately, they must have changed the back of the cradle because it caused a painful pressure point on the back of my head. Even the next size up did as well. So, I thought I'd try something different and got this Met. I guess I didn't think it thru that it was an aero helmet until I got it home. After leaving it sit in the box for a month or so, I decided to go against my gut and try it instead of returning it.
I should have listened, because it's warm just like I suspected it would be. It fits smaller than my Kasks of the same size and one of my other favorites, the unfortunately discontinued Bell Z20.
The Good: It's comfortable and the straps sit flat against my head with zero wind noise. It looks good on and has a low profile.
The Bad: It's warmer than any other helmet I've had at any price range. I guess I'll wear it on cooler days below 70 degrees. I certainly wouldn't climb or do long days with it. Another annoying thing is if you have it upside-down before flipping it on, the cradle will ratchet down to its smallest size on its own, so you have to hold the cradle in place while putting on or set it on your head and then open the cradle again.
I guess I don't understand the aero helmet thing. Unless you're a Pro and need every ounce of speed, it's a worthless feature. The Kask Mojito and Valegro, are MUCH better helmets and better values. I also am a fan of Kasks' helmets designs and philosophies, as opposed to helmets with MIPS.
If you "need" an aero helmet (you don't), this could be a decent option but know it runs warmer than a non-aero helmet and I'd rather have a cool head, than the supposed aero gains. Live and Learn I guess. At least I have an over-priced winter helmet now.
I really like this helmet, fits well, comfortable and allows a hat underneath. I measure exactly 58cm, but got a large as I didn't want it too small with a hat. I have had many helmets, giro mostly, they fit me well, but also, limar, Rudy and Abus, the Met fits most like a Giro.
I've been cycling for many, many years and this is the most comfortable and best fitting helmet I've ever stuck in my head. Looks really good too. I also got a great price on BTD.
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