Giro Manifest Spherical Open Face Helmet

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A Ball-and-Socket Helmet?! Giro's New Manifest Spherical
Giro's latest helmet features ALL of the bells and whistles, claiming the top spot in their MTB lineup.
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Brand new halo products don't come around often, and when they do it's worth taking note. The Manifest Spherical represents countless hours of design and thorough vetting in the Dome – Giro and Bell's widely regarded test lab. It has a two-piece EPS liner with progressive layering to better manage high- and low-speed impacts. The two layers can rotate around one another like a ball and socket, something not often seen before. It also vents incredibly well, providing 7% better cooling than their proven Montaro MIPS lid.

Join Zach Petersen in the video above for a look at what makes it stand out and some initial impressions. Although it's on the pricey side, he's been thoroughly impressed by the Manifest Spherical so far.

Manifest Spherical Highlights

  • In-Mold Spherical Technology
  • MIPS Equipped
  • Progressive Layering
  • Deeper Mountain Style Protection
  • Maximum Ventilation via 19 Vents and Deep Internal Channeling
  • AURA Reinforcing Arch
  • Full Lower Hardbody Coverage
  • 15-Degree Adjustable Moto-Style Screw-In Visor
  • Roc Loc Trail Air Fit System
  • Goggle Gripper on Back of Helmet
  • Integrated Eyewear Grippers
  • Fidlock Magnetic Buckle
  • XT2 Anti-Microbial Padding
  • Reflective Decals on Rear of Helmet
  • Lightweight Webbing
  • Available in Three Sizes: S, M, L
  • Weight: 346g (Size Medium)
  • MSRP: $260 USD // €270
"Spherical Technology’s unique ball-and-socket design is powered by MIPS to help redirect impact forces, features best-in-class ventilation, deep coverage, and luxurious comfort." - Giro

Interested in more details? Head over to www.giro.com.


About The Tester

Zach Petersen - Age: 23 // Years Riding: 10 // Height: 5'9" (1.75m) // Weight: 145-pounds (65.8kg)

Zach cut his teeth figuring out how to ride on the unforgiving mining trails of Northern California. After watching Earthed 5, he decided to try out enduro racing and continues to seek out the most gravity-oriented events. When not racing he's smashing out big backcountry days in the Sierra Nevada, pushing dirt around the forest with a McLeod, and keeping the stoke high with Trail Peek.

Video by Trail Peek

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Specifications

Product
Giro Manifest Spherical Open Face Helmet
Riding Type
Cross Country
Enduro / All-Mountain
Trail
Rider
Unisex
Number of Vents
19 Wind Tunnel vents with internal channeling
Construction
• In-Mold Spherical Technology (ball-and-socket design powered by MIPS) helps redirect impact forces away from the brain by allowing the outer liner to rotate around the inner liner during a crash
• Progressive layering (dual-density foam liners designed to address high-and low-speed impacts for more comprehensive energy management)
• Full lower Hardbody coverage
• Shatter-resistant AURA reinforcing arch to bolster structural integrity
• MIPS equipped to reduce the amount of rotational force that may be transferred to the rider's brain in certain impacts
Adjustable Padding
Ionic+ XT2 anti-microbial padding
Certification
CPSC, CE EN1078
Bag
 
Size
S (51-55cm), M (55-59cm), L (59-63cm)
Colors
Matte Portaro Grey, Matte Metallic Black/Ano Lime, Matte Harbor Blue, Matte Blue/Midnight, Matte Grey Green, Matte White, Matte Olive, Matte Black Hypnotic, Matte Grey, Matte Black
Weight
0 lb 12.2 oz (346 g)
Miscellaneous
• Roc Loc Trail Air micro-adjustable fit system
• Weight given for size M
• Adjustable moto-style screw-in visor moves up and down in indexed steps (three riding positions plus a high position for goggle storage)
• Fidlock magnetic buckle
• Slimline webbing
• Integrated goggle gripper on back of helmet
• Integrated eyewear grippers
Price
$260.00
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Where To Buy
Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
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