While scouring the exhibition centre floor at the Outdoor Trade Show in Liverpool, we spotted an unreleased Bollé Avio MIPS helmet in a rather distinctive colourway, plus some new Striver sunglasses.
The Avio, which is described as Bollé’s ultimate high-performance road helmet, is designed with venting in mind rather than aero gains.
Deep internal channels and large vents are used in conjunction with small exhaust ports. This is said to create less pressure at the rear of the helmet for extra air circulation.
This latest helmet has a 'Coloria Matte' colourway that features an array of vibrant colours.
Bollé says the process of applying the design (we assume a hydro dipping method) results in slight variations, meaning each helmet will be unique.
As with the regular Avio MIPS, the helmet uses Bollé’s Opti-Dock glasses retention system on the inside of the temple vents to keep your glasses secured when not in use.
It also uses the MIPS Air safety system, which is the lightest MIPS brain protection system.
Bollé claims the helmet weighs in at 250g, and while the retail price is yet to be confirmed for this special edition, the regular version retails for £275.
Also on the Bollé stand were its new Striver glasses, which feature a visor-style frame similar to many of the best cycling sunglasses.
The new sunnies use Bollé’s proprietary lenses, which are said to be made using 50 per cent recycled material.
While the release of the glasses is yet to be confirmed, we're told pricing will be around the £100 mark.
