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    Price

    $150.00

    * This Model May Have Limited Distribution

    CR Expert Take

    How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

    Overall Score

    The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.
    Current Range of Tested Bike Helmets

    What goes into the Overall Score?

    EXPERT LAB TESTS

    Impact absorption
    3  /  5
    Ventilation
    3  /  5
    Fit adjustments
    2  /  5
    Ease of use
    5  /  5
    Color
    Blue

    Pros

    • 1 year warranty
    • Rotational mitigation technology - Infinite Direction RAA
    • Additional padding to customize fit
    • Occipital stabilizer for adjustable fit
    • Ratchet-style dial to easily adjust fit of occipital stabilizer

    Cons

    • Retention strap length is fixed
    • Fewer fit adjustment features

    CR's Take

    Featuring Shred's rotational mitigation technology that's designed to reduce the risk of concussion, this relatively expensive mountain-bike-style helmet delivers adequate impact absorption and ventilation. The retention strap length is fixed, contributing to a Fair rating for fit in CR tests. It does have an easy-to-use ratchet-style dial for its occipital stabilizer, additional padding to customize the fit, and a detachable visor.

    About

    The Shred Short Stack RES is part of the Bike Helmets test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Bike Helmets models like the Short Stack RES are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

    Impact absorption: The ability of a helmet to absorb impact forces in a crash, which reduces the rate of deceleration experienced by the head. Based on laboratory impact testing.

    Ventilation: The evaluation of how well air flowing through the helmet provides cooling during rides. Based on actual usage and expert judgement.

    Fit adjustments: The evaluation of the features and versatility of the retention system when adjusting the fit of the helmet. Based on expert judgment.

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