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The NeroHero helmet was designed by Ignazio Bernardi, with technical guidance, from among the most prominent helmet developer in Italy.
The result of this collaboration is a unique, highly aerodynamic, state-of-the-art helmet. Components of the NeroHero helmet implements the same technologies as used in military applications, including high-modulus carbon or fiberglass and high-density polystyrene, to guarantee optimal standards of safety. The fiberglass shell of this helmet combines low weight with strength.
Visors: Visors are includes with this helmet and made of polycarbonate with anti-scratch and anti-fog treatment. There are three color choices - transparent, tinted brown, and mirror.
Sizing: The helmet includes 3 sets of 8 internal padding pieces and 3 sets of chin padding pieces of different thicknesses, so that you can be sure to attain a perfect fit simply by changing all or some of the padding pieces. The helmet size denotes the inner circumference of the internal padding. There are 2 shell sizes: a regular version for head circumferences from 56 cm to 60 cm, and a larger version for head circumferences from 61 cm to 62 cm. There are five available sizes across the two shell formats. The size number corresponds to the head circumference in centimeters.
Regular shell
S | 56 cm |
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M | 58 cm |
L | 60 cm |
Large shell
XL | 61 cm / 62 cm |
Safety Certification: Like all Icaro2000 air sport helmets, the NeroHero helmet was tested in an Independent laboratory by the Italian laboratory CSI, a company authorized by the Italian Ministry of Transport. This helmet was designed specifically for free flight pilots, in accordance with the respective European standard (EN 966).
Stephan Mentler
Owner
Hang Gliding, Paragliding, and other extreme sports are dangerous. Helmets provide a degree of protection, but nothing is 100 percent when engaged in sports. Icaro 2000 helmets, hang gliders, and related products are manufactured in Italy.
As extreme sports enthusiasts we know the importance of a good helmet and field tested equipment. Our helmets are EN (European Union Standard) certified for their applicable sport, rigorously tested to meet the applicable EN certification, and are now available for purchase in the U.S.
The European Union (EU) has sport specific helmet certification standards. Each sport has its own characteristics; therefore, the design of the corresponding helmet is specifically tailored to their relevant EU safety requirements. This includes EN 966 for free flight sports such as hang gliding and paragliding; and EN 1077 for snow sports. All Icaro2000 helmets are tested and certified by CSI, an independent testing company recognized and authorized by the EU. All Icaro2000 helmets are designed and manufactured in Italy.
Currently, our in-house stock is low. For some helmets, we have them shipped from the factory to you. Additionally, there have been COVID related some stock update delays. Please allow for up to two weeks from order for the delivery of your new helmet.
Icaro 2000 helmets, hang gliders, and related products are manufactured in Italy. The factory in Italy is operational, with reduced staffing in order to adhere to social distancing requirements there.