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Ganna models mash-up of Utopia and Bambino helmets <\/p>

By Jack Evans\n <\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 03 January 2024 at 11:58 AM<\/p>

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Filippo Ganna has teased a new Kask aero helmet, which covers the tops of the ears.<\/p>

Pictures posted to Instagram from an Ineos Grenadiers training camp have prompted speculation that Kask is about to release a new Utopia helmet.\u00a0<\/p>

The photoshoot was ostensibly to reveal Ineos Grenadiers\u2019 new Gobik kit and fresh Pinarello Dogma F paintjob.\u00a0<\/p>

But the images of Ganna\u2019s headgear are more interesting.\u00a0<\/p>

Bambino meets Utopia <\/h2>
The unvented sides dip down over the top of the ear. – @cauldphoto \/ Ineos Grenadiers \/ Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>
They show the Italian Hour Record holder wearing an unreleased helmet with similarities to the discontinued Utopia road model and the current Bambino time trial design.\u00a0<\/p>
The pattern of vents at the front of the helmet is similar to the Utopia Y<\/a>\u2019s, a light update to the Utopia.\u00a0<\/p>
However, the vents are smaller and spaced further apart on the new helmet. The rounder shape and absence of side vents (the Utopia Y has diagonal ones behind the ears) bear closer resemblance to the Bambino Pro.<\/p>
Like that time trial helmet<\/a>, the new model drops down over the top of the ears where the Utopia Y curves above them. The frames of Ganna\u2019s sunglasses slide under the helmet.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Side$
The bobtail shape mimics the Bambino design. – @cauldphoto \/ Ineos Grenadiers \/ Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The helmet Ganna is modelling doesn\u2019t have a visor, but it sweeps back into a more pronounced edge than the Utopia Y.\u00a0<\/p>
This bobtail shape is less dramatic than the tadpole-like Bambino and it has added ventilation.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Back$
The rear ventilation pattern is scaled down from the Utopia Y. – @cauldphoto \/ Ineos Grenadiers \/ Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The trio of vents (one flat in the middle and two angled at the sides) at the back of the helmet look much smaller than those at the rear of the Utopia Y.\u00a0<\/p>
Although we can\u2019t see the dial, we imagine the new helmet uses Kask\u2019s updated Octofit fastening system. We found this improved the fit of the Utopia Y.<\/p>
Towards the back of the helmet, a sticker reading ‘WG11’ is visible. WG11 is Kask\u2019s chosen in-house rotational impact safety testing standard.\u00a0<\/p>
Has Kask gone too far for recreational riders?<\/h2>
$\"Group$
The looks and minimal ventilation might not appeal to amateur riders. – @cauldphoto \/ Ineos Grenadiers \/ Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Unlike pros seeking every advantage, amateurs don\u2019t have to sacrifice aesthetics for aerodynamic gain, which the ear covers might bestow.\u00a0<\/p>
Remember when World Tour teams, including Ineos, attracted ridicule for wearing oversized time-trial helmets and wacky vizors<\/a>?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>
Will everyday riders splash out on the new Kask Utopia (if that is indeed what it is) if they can\u2019t stand the look of its ear flaps?\u00a0<\/p>
Social media commentators have also raised the question of ventilation. The smaller and fewer vents on the new helmet, compared to the Utopia Y, may make it too warm for long, hot rides.\u00a0<\/p>
Plus, for some riders, covering the ears might not be an especially comfortable option \u2013 but, of course, we\u2019re looking forward to testing this new road bike helmet <\/a>ourselves to find out.<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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