Limar reveals worlds lightest helmet.

July 22nd, 2010 3:25pm

In keeping with bringing you great products from small companies Italy's Limar Helmets rolled out the world's lightest helmet at Intebike '09. The new Pro 104, boasts a weight of 170 grams in size medium - perfect for weight weenies, climbers and those that would prefer not to wear a helmet at all. That's 10 grams less than Limar's previous top-of-line model. For U.S. residents, however, the weight is 200 grams due to beefier construction necessary to meet CPSC safety requirements. Even at 200 grams, the Pro 104 takes the lightweight title. Limar's helmet has 22 vents and -- nice touch -- the ones facing forward have a mesh screen to keep out airborne insects. An easy-to-use dial at the back lets you adjust the head-hugging cradle for a secure fit. We will be able to provide a real test review in the near future as we will be getting our hands on one of these to see how it performs and feels day- in and day-out. The Italian-designed Pro 104 is made in China (as are most all helmets) and will retail for about $200 when it becomes available at the end of the year. Color

Lima Pro 104 Helmet

options include red/white, blue/white, silver/white, white, and a black naked carbon. Limar Helmets NOTE: If you are looking for a mountain bike helmet Limar makes a full line of quality mountain bike helmets also. Limar has been making helmets for the ski and snowboard industry in Europe for 21 years.