Popular Kask Helmets
Kask helmets are designed for riders who want lightweight, safety and all-day comfort.
Kask builds their road bike helmets with a focus on aerodynamics, ventilation and the perfect fit.
Therefore, Kask has become one of the most recognised premium helmet brands among road cyclists worldwide.
Popular models are the Protone, Valegro and Mojito. Each offers slightly different benefits depending on riding style and priorities.
Kask helmets are primarily designed for road cycling. And if this doesn't quite feel like the right fit, explore our full range of bike helmets. We've got more road, mountain bike, commuter and recreational helmet options.
KASK Protone Icon vs Valegro vs Mojito
Kask WG11 Safety Technology
Kask helmets featuring the WG11 have passed Kask’s advanced rotational impact testing protocol. This is designed to help reduce the risk of brain injuries during angled or oblique crashes.
Standard helmet testing focuses on direct impacts. WG11 testing evaluates how a helmet manages rotational forces that can occur during real-world cycling accidents.
What Is The Kask WG11 Protocol?
The WG11 name originates from the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Working Group 11. This focuses on developing modern rotational impact safety standards for helmets.
To meet the WG11 protocol, helmets undergo laboratory testing involving oblique impacts at a 45-degree angle with impact speeds of 6 metres per second. The testing process uses a realistic headform with a lower coefficient of friction designed to better replicate the movement of the human scalp during impacts.
Brain Injury Criteria (BrIC)
To pass the WG11 protocol, a helmet must achieve a Brain Injury Criteria (BrIC) value below 0.68.
Kask states that its tested helmets significantly exceed this requirement. With many scoring below 0.39 to help minimise rotational forces transferred to the brain during impacts.
WG11 vs MIPS
MIPS helmets, which use a separate low-friction liner inside the helmet. Kask’s WG11 approach focuses on the helmet’s overall shape, internal padding and construction materials to manage rotational forces without requiring an additional internal liner.
Both systems are designed to help reduce rotational energy during impacts, but they achieve this through different design approaches.
Which Kask Helmet Is Best?
Choosing the best Kask helmet depends on riding style, ventilation preferences and the balance between aerodynamic performance and lightweight comfort.
Riders training through warmer Australian conditions often prioritise airflow and lower weight, while racers and fast bunch riders may prefer helmets with stronger aerodynamic performance.
| Riding Style | Recommended Helmet | Why Riders Choose It |
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| Racing & Fast Road Riding | Kask Protone |
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| Climbing & Hot Conditions | Kask Valegro |
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| Everyday Road Riding | Kask Mojito |
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| Long Endurance Rides | Kask Mojito |
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| Ventilation-Focused Riding | Kask Valegro |
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Complete Your Road Riding Setup
A premium road helmet is often only one part of a riding setup.
Explore our collections:
- Looking for additional options? Browse our bike helmets collection for road, mountain bike and recreational helmet styles.
- View road bike helmets for more performance-focused road cycling helmets.
- Explore cycling glasses for improved visibility and eye protection.
- Browse road cycling gloves for better hand comfort on longer rides.
- Complete your setup with road cycling shoes designed for efficient power transfer.
KASK Helmet FAQs
What country are Kask helmets from?
What country are Kask helmets from?
All Kask helmets are produced in Italy.
The build quality, fit and safety are exceptional and typical of true Italian design.
Should my Kask helmet be replaced after a crash (even a small one)?
Should my Kask helmet be replaced after a crash (even a small one)?
Yes.
That's because internal damage to the helmet will be unseen and can therefore compromise safety.
Plus, Kask Australia offers a crash replacement discount.
How often should I replace me Kask helmet?
How often should I replace me Kask helmet?
A helmet’s lifespan is affected by temperature changes, sun exposure, and usage.
Regularly check for damage like cracks, warping, or discolouration.
Even without visible wear, replace it every 3 years as materials degrade over time.
What certifications do Kask helmets have?
What certifications do Kask helmets have?
- CE EN 1078
- CPSC 1203
- AS/NZS 2063
For Australia it's the last helmet standard that's the most appropriate.
Do Kask helmets use MIPS?
Do Kask helmets use MIPS?
Most Kask helmets do not use a traditional MIPS liner.
Instead, Kask focuses on helmet shape, internal padding and construction materials to manage rotational forces through its WG11-tested design approach.
What does WG11 mean on a Kask helmet?
What does WG11 mean on a Kask helmet?
WG11 is Kask’s rotational impact testing protocol designed to evaluate how helmets manage rotational forces during angled impacts.
Helmets carrying the WG11 designation have passed Kask’s advanced laboratory testing standards.
What is WG11 in Kask helmets?
What is WG11 in Kask helmets?
Kask's WG11 is a rotational impact testing protocol designed to assess a helmet’s ability to protect against rotational forces during crashes.
Unlike other rotational impact tests that use standard methodologies, WG11 focuses on real-world accident scenarios, using scientific, unbiased testing methods to ensure maximum rider safety.