He made his debut in the team time trial scheduled for the fifth stage of this Vuelta Espana, we are talking about the new Scott Split Mips helmet used by the team riders Q36.5 Pro CyclingA product designed to offer the best aerodynamic support and to increase speed during time trials. Every little detail can make the difference in today's cycling, and to allow cyclists to be competitive, each company works to optimize its products.
Scott and his engineers set out to work with exactly this goal: to create the fastest and most versatile time trial helmet ever. Not only technique but also comfort, in fact the new Scott Split Mips offers every cyclist the possibility to customize performance based on your body size, discipline and race conditions.
Different solutions
The revolution brought by Scott is the fact that this new helmet, the Split Mips, offers perfect integration thanks to the interchangeable shell. The result is that it adapts to the cyclist's position, optimising aerodynamics and performance.The various tests carried out in the wind tunnel have shown that there are differences between the product and what then translates into racing performance. It is not possible to design a helmet based on the feedback of just one cyclist.
Scott has created two interchangeable shells: the LHP and the HHPThe first is designed for those seeking an aggressive position on the bike, typical of a time trial. While the HHP allows for various changes in position by the cyclist and is suitable for triathletes.
Performance first
At the heart of the new Split Mips project was the search for maximum performance, everything must be functional to speed and the pursuit of it. Priority was given to aerodynamic efficiency and fit, one of the most difficult challenges was integrating the ARC system (visor, helmet and interchangeable shell).
The helmet features a magnetic visor that snaps on perfectly for a secure fitDesigned to be easily interchangeable with both shells, it adapts to the cyclist's needs in seconds.
Thanks to our Scott Amplifier Lens technology, The visor allows for better contrast, increases sharpness and amplifies your vision. Every detail will be even sharper.
Veloce
The performance advantages are clear, in the aggressive TT (HHP) configuration the Split Mips offers a 2,8 Watt advantage over those using the LHP shell.
“The new Split Mips time trial helmet,” said Ken Ballhause, head of biomechanics for the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, “represents an innovative approach to equipment optimization. Both shell options, HHP and LHP, offer improved aerodynamic performance. Thanks to the modular design, we can quickly switch between variables to find the best option for all our athletes."
