The blurb
Developed following in-depth studies at Audi’s wind tunnel facilities in Germany providing the same aerodynamic benefits as a Time Trial helmet, without sacrificing on ventilation or posture.
Results from Thermal testing at Audi’s new climatic wind tunnel allowed Casco to optimise the ventilation systems of the helmet ensuring that riders do not overheat whilst using the helmet despite the improved aerodynamic profile.
Removeable patented visor prevents swirling air around earpieces and unimpeded field of vision, even in deepest position. The visor is also completely mirrored/tinted to act as a replacement for sunglasses and protect your vision from ultra-violet sunlight with UV400 protection, camera flash and other sudden changes in light. The Anti-Fog, Anti-Glare technology also aids in preventing any disturbance to vision.
My experience.
A very well made helmet. It is very similar to the more expensive Speed Airo but has less vents and does not have the Aerofit net cushion system.
The visor is superb, optically perfect with no distortion and has a subtle mirror finish (CCS will like). There are vents at the top of the visor to prevent fogging and the nose area has a foam cushion for comfort.
If you are a contact lens wearer then the vortex generated inside creates a negative pressure and you can feel the lens lifting away from the eyeball so not recommended. Fear not oh optically challenged people, spectacles can easily and comfortably worn and the helmet put on and taken off without too much trouble.
The visor is supposed to divert the air around the ears to reduce turbulence, certainly I did not experience any wind noise so can only presume it works. The visor is held in place by an elastic fastening should you want to lift it away from the face.
The helmet is secured with the usual type of ratchety type wheel thing at the rear which adjusts up and down but apart from adjusting the length of the chin strap the other straps are fixed length. The clasp is different in that there is no loop around a ring and press stud; instead there is a hook and ring affair which is released by pulling on a release. Bit of practice and easy peasy.
I have not worn it in cold or rainy weather so can't vouch for fogging/misting but have worn it in 32C heat and experienced no fogging or overheating whatsoever.
The reason why I bought this is that I have spodilitis and holding a pointy helmet in position for 3 hours was hurting. Unlike a conventional road helmet it does not have any sticky out bits and is rounded and according to the blurb and intuitively should be more aerodynamic.
Price
RRP £145
Currently, best price £120, I bought mine for £105 from Veledrome.net - bargain. Keep watching and it might drop again.
EDIT The visor alone costs £45 so if you can get the helmet for £105, like I did, makes it even more of a bargain.
Highly recommended for long distance events allowing a more relaxed head position; with the head slightly lowered one's profile is also slightly reduced.
Summary:
+ Fit, comfort, ventilation, superb visor, value
- Elastic retention might not suit some