Lazer Impala MIPS Helmet Review

The Lazer Impala MIPS Helmet is the sort of helmet you actually forget you’re wearing while on the trail. Having the protection of MIPS is great, as long as your helmet stay in place.  With the Advanced Turnfit System, you can guarantee a nice secure fit throughout your ride.

The Lazer Impala Helmet is light-weight coming in at a 315g (0.69lb) for the small size. One would expect the Lazer Impala Helmet to weigh more with the inclusion of the MIPS layer and EPS impact protection found throughout.

Lazer Impala Fit

Per the Lazer Helmet sizing guide, I went with size Medium.  The medium out of the box fit well and would have been easy to tighten or loosen thanks to Lazer’s Advanced Turnfit System. Most helmets have a similar dial to adjust on the back, but what sets this helmet apart from some of the others is the ability to tighten vertically and horizontally against your head.

Sizing

The Lazer Impala Helmet is available in sizes: Small, Medium and Large.

Camera Mounts

For the GoPro, Rylo crowd that likes to capture your ride in POV style, cameras can easily be mounted and attached to the top of the Lazer Impala MIPS Helmet.

Lazer Impala MIPS Helmet Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Lightweight – 315g for small size
• Secure fit with Advanced Turnfit System
• Camera mounts for POV filming

Cons:

• May slip out of place during riding
• Expected to be heavier due to technology

Overall Impression

With the ability to adjust the visor on the fly, tons of ventilation and a featherweight feel, Lazer’s Impala Helmet will allow you to spend more time on your saddle.

And for those of you not familiar with MIPS.  It’s a no-brainer to use, a must-have for action sports per say. In the event that you crash (which happens a lot on a bike), MIPS Helmets have a gel-like material that mimics the fluid inside your brain.  This allows for your head and brain to move in a more natural feel instead of slamming against the helmet which can lead to concussions which is just another word for brain damage.

When MIPS helmets first came out they had a high price tag.  Now Lazer has figured out how to introduce MIPS into their Impala Helmet ($159.99) at a fraction of the price.

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