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Current State of Helmet Tech, pt. 3: Pret
Episode 151

Current State of Helmet Tech, pt. 3: Pret

GEAR:30 · BLISTER

June 26, 202145m 12s

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Show Notes

We talk with the president & CEO of Pret Helmets about Pret’s approach to helmet design; the “dart test” portion of the safety certification process; the prospects of implementing customizable helmet liners; why Pret places such an emphasis on ventilation; and more.

TOPICS & TIMES:

  • Steve Bellefeuille’s background (2:46)
  • Safety Standards & the Dart Test (13:16)
  • Fit & Ventilation (17:45)
  • MIPS myth? (19:07)
  • Fit and Shape (26:02)
  • Customizable Helmets? (29:18)
  • Biggest advances today (32:29)
  • Pret’s Cirque & Fury helmets (35:54)
  • The "safest" helmet (38:59)
  • What We’re Celebrating (43:25)

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