LAZER HELMETS
Genesis MIPS
-220g (Genesis MIPS - Small) and 190g (Genesis - Small)
-22 vents
-In-Mold
-Advanced Rollsys® system fit system
-Comes with race and comfort pads
-MIPS® technology,
-Lazer aeroshell compatible
-There are two versions of the Lazer Gensis, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER GENESIS MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Very light
- Comfortable padding
- Secure fit
- Interior shape
- Excellent ventilation
- Aeroshell compatibility
- Plenty of colour options
Cons
- Slightly bulkier than the Z1
- The AS/NZS version of the Genesis was heavier than comparable helmets and its lightweight claim
- Price increase compared to older models
Bullet 2.0 MIPS
-345g (Bullet 2.0 MIPS - Small) and 320g (Bullet 2.0 - Small)
-8 vents (Internal ventilation channels) + Airslide (ventilation on demand)
-In-Mold
-Advanced Turnfit System (ATS)
-Magnetic panoramic lens
-MIPS® technology,
-Lazer Venturi Cap
-Rear LED Light
-Reflective stickers
-Lazer lifeBEAM compatible (to measure heart rate)
-Lazer Inclination Sensor compatible (to monitor head position on the bike)
-There are two versions of the Lazer Bullet 2.0, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER BULLET 2.0 MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Innovative design concepts with great potential (rear light and slideable air vent)
- Comfortable
- low helmet profile
- Versatile for different conditions
Cons
- Heavy
- Can be a little hard to open the aero vent
Volante
-340g (Small) + 135g for the lens
-Turnfit® Tilt system
-Adjustable Head Basket - back section of the retention system can be adjusted up and down
-Ponytail compatible
-Magnetic panoramic lens
-Aerated X-Static Padding
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER VOLANTE REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Huge visor gives a wide range of vision whilst giving aero benefits
- The up and down adjustability provided by the retention system
- Rear compartment is great for ponytails and can be used to put ice to cool you down
- Well finished helmet
- Magnetically attached visor
- Novel retention system
Cons
- Helmet with the visor is on the heavy side
- The only vents on the helmet are located behind the lens visor – can cause heat issues
Victor
-410g (Small)
-2 vents
-Advanced Turnfit System (ATS)
-In-Mold Construction
-Shorter tail
-Panoramic lens
-Adjustable lens
Sizes: S, M/L
LAZER VICTOR REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Comfortable
- Secure/good fit
- Excellent visibility
Cons
- Head gets hot/sweaty after prolonged use due to visor (although the lens can be pushed forward which allows for noticeable air flow)
Wasp Air
-375g (Small)
-3 vents + Aquavent
-Advanced Turnfit System (ATS)
-In-Mold Construction
-Shorter tail
-Panoramic lens
-Adjustable lens
-Water cooling system (Aquavent)
-Lazer lifeBEAM compatible (to measure heart rate)
-Lazer Inclination Sensor compatible (to monitor head position on the bike)
Sizes: S, M/L
LAZER WASP AIR REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Comfortable
- Versatile
- Visor/adjustable lens for airflow
- Very aero
- Retention system
Cons
- Price
Sphere MIPS
-250g (small CE)
-14 cooling vents
-injection moulded
-Advanced Rollsys® system fit system
-EPS impact protection liner
-Odour resistant padding
-MIPS® technology
-Lazer aeroshell compatible
-There are two versions of the Lazer Sphere, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
LAZER SPHERE MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Protection
- High-end looks
- Very good ventilation
- Very comfortable
- Competitive price point
- Very good performance overall
Cons
- Wind noise from the helmet was rather loud
- Eyewear dock interferes with many different sunglasses brands
- Sweat management at the brow could be better
Z1 MIPS
-230g (Z1 MIPS - Small) and 210g (Z1 - Small)
-31 vents
-In-Mold
-Advanced Rollsys® system fit system
-Nylon layer and T-ProTemple protection
-MIPS® technology,
-Lazer aeroshell compatible
-Lazer Magneto eyewear docking
-Rear LED light compatible
-Lazer LifeBEAM compatible
-There are two versions of the Lazer Z1, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER Z1 MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Comfortable
- Well ventilated
- Lightweight
- Design and functionality
- Lazer LifeBEAM and rear LED light compatible
- Versatility
- Innovative closure system
Cons
- Unique adjustment dial is great but might not be for everyone
- MIPS wears pad down quicker than those without
Century MIPS
-285g (Century MIPS - Small) and 265g (Century - Small)
-18 Vents + Twistcap (change the front plate of the helmet from aero to vented or vice-versa)
-In-Mold
-Advanced Turnfit System ATS
-MIPS® technology,
-Integrated LED light
-There are two versions of the Lazer Century, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER CENTURY MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good head coverage
- Heavy duty + high safety rating (at a weight cost)
- Easy swap between ventilation and aerodynamics
- Multiple colour options
- Striking design
- Innovative ideas (Rear LED light + Twistcap)
- MIPS option
- Versatile
Cons
- LED is great to have but not very bright
- The LED light can fall out of its mounting
- Twistcap didn’t fit 100% snug
- Charging the rear light isn’t intuitive
Blade MIPS
-290g (Blade MIPS - Small) and 260g (Blade - Small)
-22 vents
-In-Mold
-Advanced Rollsys System ARS
-MIPS® technology,
-Lazer Aeroshell compatible
-Rear LED light compatible
-Lazer LifeBEAM compatible
-There are two versions of the Lazer Blade, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER BLADE MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Well priced/great value
- Well ventilated
- Design/looks
- Good fit
- Low weight (blade)
- Cover options
Cons
- Low brow pad
- Lots of MIPS contact
- Adjustment system not for everyone
Tonic MIPS
-300g (Tonic MIPS - Small) and 230g (Tonic - Small)
-28 vents
-In-Mold
-Turnfit® Plus system
-MIPS® technology,
-Reflective stickers
-Rear LED light compatible
-There are two versions of the Lazer Tonic, one with MIPS and one without MIPS.
Sizes: S, M, L
LAZER TONIC MIPS REVIEW SUMMARY
Pros
- Good fit
- Good design/looks
- Weight
- Price
Cons
- Chinstrap material is a little heavy and stiff (but once you get used to it then it’s ok)
