Uvex Rise Pro MIPS helmet review
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Uvex Rise Pro MIPS helmet review

The Intermarché-Circus-Wanty pro lid hits the market, but where does it excel?

Our rating

3

220.00

Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

Published: March 20, 2024 at 9:00 am

Our review
Slick finishing with aero pretensions, but it’s an expensive outlay and relatively weighty

Pros:

Smart use of MIPS; solid construction and finishing

Cons:

Only two sizes; no internal height adjustment; high price

The Uvex Rise Pro MIPS was launched at the 2023 Tour de France on the heads of Intermarché-Circus-Wanty riders, and its aero intentions are clear, with only 10 (admittedly sizeable) vents and a rear port.

Made in Germany, the Rise Pro MIPS features MIPS Air Node, which is fully integrated into the padding to create a lower profile that’s less obtrusive than the classic MIPS plate.

As an all-round race helmet, it works decently, but there are arguably more specialist helmets available that may appeal more.

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS details and specifications

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS road cycling helmet
The Uvex Rise Pro has only 10 sizeable vents and a rear port. Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

There are only two sizes (52-56cm and 56-59cm) of the Rise Pro MIPS.

Anecdotally, that larger size still proved too small for some of my friends, so other riders with larger heads may suffer, too.

There’s no internal height-adjustment mechanism, with the helmet relying on the rear retention system to aid the back-of-head fitting process.

There’s quite a lot of movement with the plastic here, but I have concerns that it places stress on the internal strands – albeit none have shown signs of failing yet.

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS road cycling helmet
The Uvex Rise Pro does not have any internal height-adjustment mechanism. Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

The ratchet dial has an enormous amount of left/right adjustment, though.

The finishing befits road bike helmets costing around £200, with the polycarbonate shell neatly covering much of the exposed EPS foam beneath it.

The eyewear port is appreciated too, with the grippy tabs sitting in what double as ventilation ports, holding the arms of cycling sunglasses securely.

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS performance

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS road cycling helmet
The shell is made from polycarbonate and it neatly covers much of the EPS foam beneath it. Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

Compared to traditional road helmets, the aero focus of the Rise Pro MIPS is clear, with only 10 ventilation channels and a rear port.

Those ports are admittedly large, but this wouldn’t be my first choice for a hot day in the hills.

There’s something Star Wars Stormtrooper-esque (that I like) about this white matt and black colour combo, although it hasn’t stayed Empire-crisp for long and there are already oily finger marks and scuffs showing.

Happily, there are also matt black, a psychedelic black-galaxy matt, and Intermarché-Circus-Wanty team replica options available.

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS road cycling helmet
The Uvex Rise Pro features MIPS Air Node. Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

The construction feels as though it would be solid and confidence-boosting in the event of a crash (there’s no Virginia Tech rating as yet). Uvex also claims the helmet is suitable for cross-country use.

That highlights the Rise Pro’s versatility, but I’m struggling to locate a strong USP.

There are lighter and better-vented options out there for tackling the mid-summer mountains, while it doesn’t give the impression that it’s as slippery as more aero-optimised lids, such as the Specialized Evade.

Strong competition comes in the form of the Lazer Genesis (£180, 210g), the MET Manta MIPS (£230, 272g) and the Giro Eclipse Spherical (£240, 277g) at similar enough price points.

The 290g weight is also a touch high for the price of around £190 and the shape feels relatively bulky when riding.

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS bottom line

Uvex Rise Pro MIPS road cycling helmet
The Uvex Rise Pro has a slick finish, but it's relatively weighty and expensive. Ashley Quinlan / Our Media

The versatile Uvex Rise Pro MIPS is well crafted and offers a confidence-boosting construction, while MIPS in its Air Node guise is integrated impressively.

Where it struggles is being a touch weighty for the price, while it’s difficult to discern on what type of course and conditions this helmet will truly excel.

Product

Brand uvex
Price 220.00 EUR
Weight 290.0000, GRAM (56-59cm) -

Features

br_MIPS yes
br_helmetType aero_road
Features Sizes: 52-56cm; 56-59cm

Vents: 10

Colours: White matt; Black matt; Black-galaxy matt; Intermarché-Circus-Wanty team replica

MIPS: Yes (Air Node)