Fox Racing has a model new model of its top-tier downhill helmet with the Rampage RS. RS stands for “Race-Spec,” and it is a pro-level lid designed to guard racers competing on the highest degree. This all-new helmet could be hitting the market right this moment, nevertheless it has already confirmed itself on the race observe on the heads of Jackson Goldstone and Tahnee Seagrave whereas driving to World Cup DH victories this season.
Fox has been making variations of its Rampage helmets since 2006. This full-face DH helmet has advanced considerably over time, transferring to a carbon fiber shell in 2013 with the Rampage Professional Carbon (RPC) and including Mips in 2021. Over time, the Rampage fashions have been held in excessive regard for his or her protecting qualities and efficiency, whereas being worn by the quickest riders on the planet. With this newest iteration, Fox claims it’s lighter and extra aerodynamic whereas exceeding the present trade safety requirements.
“Gravity experiences have all the time influenced the course of what’s anticipated from the Rampage,” says Mikey Rangel, Director of Advertising and marketing at Fox Racing. “At the moment, athletes are going sooner, however the safety requirements aren’t maintaining. Along with enhancing match, weight, and aerodynamics, we drew on our inner organizational data of safety requirements by analyzing race information and by making use of different testing requirements from the e-bike and moto disciplines. Our aim is to push the safety dialog ahead with and for our athletes, realizing that positions us finest for our customers.”
MIPS Integra Cut up
The Rampage RS is the primary downhill helmet to characteristic the MIPS Integra Cut up system. This rotational affect safety system was first launched on the Fox Proframe RS full face and later included into the design of the newest Speedframe RS. Within the case of the latter, the MIPS Integra Cut up system proved to be efficient in Virginia Tech’s affect testing, incomes the helmet the most effective (lowest) scores. It seems that Fox nonetheless has unique use of MIPS Integra, as we’re not conscious of some other manufacturers utilizing it.
With twin shells related by elastomers referred to as “woofers”, the MIPS Integra Cut up system is strikingly much like MIPS Spherical utilized by Giro and Bell. The internal and outer shells transfer independently from one another, whereas the elastomers enable for 10-15 mm of motion in an effort to dissipate rotational forces in an affect.
Lighter Weight
Fox’s Rampage helmets have by no means been notably gentle, however the model claims that the Rampage RS is 250 grams lighter. That’s not insignificant and will do wonders to enhance rider consolation on lengthy tracks or massive days on the bike park. The helmet’s weight varies by dimension, in fact, with the scale medium coming in at 980 grams (+/-50). Moreover, Fox says it’s 5% extra aerodynamic, which could allow you to go just a bit bit sooner, too.
Security Certifications
In keeping with Fox, “The Rampage RS meets a mix of the e-bike certification (NTA-8876) and the European helmet security normal for motorcyclists (ECE 22.06) particular to the chin bar.” The e-bike certification checks the crown affect at the next velocity and a decrease failure threshold than the usual specification for helmets used for downhill mountain biking (ASTM F1952). ECE 22.06 checks the chin bar affect at the next velocity and makes use of totally different failure standards than ASTM 1952—G-force as an alternative of deflection. After all, the Rampage RS additionally meets the entire typical bike helmet certifications, together with EN 1078, CPSC 1203, AS/NZS 2063, and ASTM F1952.
Rampage RS Options and Match
The Rampage RS makes use of a light-weight carbon fiber shell and Fox claims it has “most air flow.” Inside, tuned foam densities purpose to handle the forces from high- and low-speed impacts. It additionally has a two-position visor for GoPro compatibility, and it comes with detachable and washable ionic+ cheek pads and liner.
Match-wise, Fox states that it has a revised head kind that’s according to the Proframe and Speedframe fashions. And, whereas earlier variations had restricted sizes, the Rampage RS will likely be supplied in six sizes, XS-XXL, so extra riders ought to be capable of get a extra exact and safe match.
Fox Rampage RS: Pricing and Availability
The brand new Rampage RS is about to retail for $699.95 US ($849.95 CAD). It comes with a clip-on mud visor, GoPro mount, thicker cheek pads and liner for fine-tuning the match, further {hardware}, and a “premium” carrying case.
It presently is available in two coloration choices: Matte Black or Navy Inexperienced Splice. The Fox Canada web site additionally reveals it in an online-exclusive Lilac Splice possibility.
The Rampage RS is out there now in Europe and Canada and can reportedly be accessible within the US market beginning in August.