Interbike 2015: POC launches Tectal trail and Coron DH helmets
The Tectal offers more coverage than conventional mountain bike helmets and incorporates the same aramid bridge system found in the Trabec. Photo by Saris Mercanti
Following the success of its original trail/enduro specific helmet, the Trabec, POC has added to its MTB brain protection portfolio with the new Tectal trail and Coron DH helmets. These also have some new MTB specific shades. Read on for all the details.
Plenty of venting. Photo by Saris Mercanti
POC Tectal Trail Helmet
The Tectal offers more coverage than conventional mountain bike helmets and incorporates the same aramid bridge system found in the Trabec. The new lid also utilizes unibody shell construction and an improved adjustment system, and it has a recco search and rescue reflector and (of course) a goggle strap. Other features include:
- EPS liner
- Outer PC shell with unibody shell construction
- Aramid fiber grid for protection and durability
- Designed to provide more coverage at temples and back of head
- Adjustable visor
- Price: $190 standard model/$210 race version
Intense Racing Team Red.
POC Coron DH Helmet
Meanwhile, the full face Coron is targeted specifically at aggressive gravity-focused riding, and was developed in collaboration with POC team athlete Martin Söderström. The Coron incorporates M-FORGE shell material, a fiber material that POC claims outperforms previously-used shell materials. The Coron has also been constructed with an internal channel ventilation system which enhances ventilation. Other features include:
- Multi-impact EPP liner.
- Breakaway visor
- Ear chambers designed for less effect on balance and hearing
- Chin bar constructed for optimized protection and breathing
- Removable and washable liner
- Available in Martin Söderström and Intense Factory Racing Team models
- Price: $450
Integration with the new helmets is seamless. Photo by Saris Mercanti
POC Crave Sunglasses
Accompanying these helmets are the new POC Crave sunglasses, which are designed to fit seamlessly with POC helmets. These shades have a unique snap in hinge which allows easy lenses changes and greater durability in case of falls.
- Grilamid frame
- Hydrophilic rubber
- PC lens from Carl Zeiss Vision
- Various lens tints
- Open frame construction provides ventilation and evacuate steam
- Lens is ripel treated
The Tectal, Coron and Crave will be available in spring 2016. For more information visit www.pocsports.com.
This article is part of Mtbr’s coverage of the 2015 Interbike trade show in Las Vegas. For more from Interbike CLICK HERE.
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