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None really, except maybe the gel pads...if I actually trusted the helmet enough to wear when riding
Low quality manufacturing, too cheap construction compared to high price and hype, poor fit
Absolute junk. I did a lot of research when trying to find a good helmet to replace my five-year old Giro Atmos. I was happy with my Giro, but wanted to try something different. The Sine Thesis looked good in photos and seemed to get good reviews. I was very disappointed as soon as I opened the box of the Met helmet. The manufacturing looks cheap compared to the price paid. As soon as I put it on my head the low quality manufacturing held true in functionality as well - the dial adjustment mechanism fell apart with only a couple of turns to fit it to my head...I mean actually came apart in pieces. The dial adjustment components and housing look like something that comes in a Kinder Egg. If you are not familiar with a Kinder Egg, it is a hollow chocolate egg that contains a cheap plastic toy for children to assemble. Yes, the mechanism is of that level of quality. I was able to snap the pieces back together well enough to attempt fit to see if maybe I want to return the helmet and try another. The front Gel pads seemed nice, but the sides couldn't be adjusted to touch my head...yes, I used the Met size chart to select the correct size helmet before my purchase. But even worse on the fit was the sharp edges from the plastic straps holding the web to the rear adjustment mechanism, which dug into the back of my head, likely to cause a headache within an hour - assuming I would be willing to trust this helmet with my life and wear it on a ride. I think I will go back to Giro.
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US pricing won’t be set until Interbike.  If you’re a dealer and you want to get this in your shops, they’ll be at the Carrera booth (#2610) in the Italian Village.
Plus, it comes in a decent variety of standard helmet colors, so you should be able to find something to match it to your club or team wear:
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Absolute junk. I did a lot of research when trying to find a good helmet to replace my five-year old Giro Atmos. I was happy with my Giro, but wanted to try something different. The Sine Thesis looked good in photos and seemed to get good reviews. I was very disappointed as soon as I opened the box of the Met helmet. The manufacturing looks cheap compared to the price paid. As soon as I put it on my head the low quality manufacturing held true in functionality as well – the dial adjustment mechanism fell apart with only a couple of turns to fit it to my head…I mean actually came apart in pieces. The dial adjustment components and housing look like something that comes in a Kinder Egg. If you are not familiar with a Kinder Egg, it is a hollow chocolate egg that contains a cheap plastic toy for children to assemble. Yes, the mechanism is of that level of quality. I was able to snap the pieces back together well enough to attempt fit to see if maybe I want to return the helmet and try another. The front Gel pads seemed nice, but the sides couldn’t be adjusted to touch my head…yes, I used the Met size chart to select the correct size helmet before my purchase. But even worse on the fit was the sharp edges from the plastic straps holding the web to the rear adjustment mechanism, which dug into the back of my head, likely to cause a headache within an hour – assuming I would be willing to trust this helmet with my life and wear it on a ride. I think I will go back to Giro.
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MET Sine Thesis 2012 Helmet
- Pure technological supremacy, pro team choice - ICE Lite: integrated composite exoskeleton results in a superlight open construction with shock absorption - 60° ventilation - HCS 20: 20% contact with head allowing optimal airflow - Gel O2 Padding keeps the head cool - Ventilated kevlar straps - Safe T lite retention - M: 250 gr / L: 285 gr - Cooling Factor: 10 - Head Contact Surface: 20%
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Based in the Italian Alps, MET brings together a flair for aesthetics and a deeply-ingrained passion for cycling. All of its cycle helmets are designed to meet the absolute highest standards of quality and safety. It has manufactured its products in-house for more than 25 years, and offers one of the most comprehensive ranges on the market to protect all bike riders, regardless of discipline, age or budget.
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More ventilation, less smelly
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We’ve just returned from a visit to MET’s headquarters in Italy, and managed to score a production version of the company’s long-awaited new road helmet, the Sine Thesis for testing.
According to Matteo Tenni, MET’s product manager, the goal of the £179 Sine Thesis wasn’t simply to create an expensive lightweight helmet, but to “have a very ventilated helmet with very few points of contact between the head and the helmet.”
The key to the new design is the integrated composite exoskeleton (ICE). It's made out of semi-flexible nylon based plastic and MET claims it will help carry air inside and through the helmet, thus keeping the rider’s head cool.
Matteo Tenni says the vents are optimised to draw in as much air across the head as possible, no matter how fast you're going: “The helmet will help to keep the rider’s head cool when riding fast, and also when the rider is climbing at low speed."
MET have done away with the ubiquitous ‘cloth’ or Coolmax helmet padding and have opted for a gel strip/spot padding system, which we can see other helmet manufacturers jumping on very quickly.
The gel-based spotting system reduces the contact between the head and helmet to 20% (compared to 60% on the current Stradivarius road helmet, for example), and doesn’t retain heat so it’s more comfortable to wear too. Unlike cloth-based padding, the gel doesn’t retain sweat either, so no more rides putting back on a soggy, smelly helmet.
At first we wondered about the gel strip which covers the forehead section of the lid - surely the sweat would run down into the riders’ eyes? Nope, once on the head, the strip forms one line which carries sweat around the forehead, away from the eyes.
Look out for a full review of the MET Thine Sesis in Cycling Plus issue 223, (out on May 1 st ).
We’ve just returned from a visit to MET’s headquarters in Italy , and managed to score a production version of the company’s long-awaited new road helmet, the Sine Thesis for testing.
According to Matteo Tenni, MET’s product manager, the goal of the £179 Sine Thesis wasn’t simply to create an expensive lightweight helmet, but to “have a very ventilated helmet with very few points of contact between the head and the helmet.”
The key to the new design is the integrated composite exoskeleton (ICE). It's made out of semi-flexible nylon based plastic and MET claims it will help carry air inside and through the helmet, thus keeping the rider’s head cool.
Matteo Tenni says the vents are optimised to draw in as much air across the head as possible, no matter how fast you're going: “The helmet will help to keep the rider’s head cool when riding fast, and also when the rider is climbing at low speed."
MET have done away with the ubiquitous ‘cloth’ or Coolmax helmet padding and have opted for a gel strip/spot padding system, which we can see other helmet manufacturers jumping on very quickly.
The gel-based spotting system reduces the contact between the head and helmet to 20% (compared to 60% on the current Stradivarius road helmet, for example), and doesn’t retain heat so it’s more comfortable to wear too. Unlike cloth-based padding, the gel doesn’t retain sweat either, so no more rides putting back on a soggy, smelly helmet.
At first we wondered about the gel strip which covers the forehead section of the lid - surely the sweat would run down into the riders’ eyes? Nope, once on the head, the strip forms one line which carries sweat around the forehead, away from the eyes.
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Apart from the serious price tag, what sets the Sine Thesis apart from the opposition? Met were early exponents at using in-moulding technology in their helmets. This process involves the foam interior liner of the helmet being blown into the external shell during manufacturing, hence the name. The advantages to this are the helmet weight is reduced as the liner is fused to the outer shell which in turn can be thinner and therefore lighter.
As seen in the Met design of the Sine Thesis, they are able to incorporate more vents and all round the helmet without compromising the integrity of the shell or liner.
It does mean that Met can get a little funky with their design and angles offering riders a more interesting shape. As production costs have come down the in-mould construction technology is no longer the preserve of high end helmets. The technology is now being used further down the range.
That's the technology taken care of so what's it like to wear? The Met Sine Thesis helmet is one of the best. The fit is helped by the in-moulding as already covered. This gives the helmet a slightly bulbous look but isn't translated into a weight penalty.
The inner cradle on the inside of the back of the helmet can also be adjusted and there are four different height settings. That little extra adjustment can ensure you get the most comfortable fitting. On the front the straps are ventilated which not only saves weight but provides a soft finish against your skin. The straps are anchored to the helmet at the back through the exoskeleton and at the side. To get the cradle to the right tension there is a dial adjuster on the back. The helmet straps are designed to aid aerodynamics and their tensile stress is more evenly dissipated in the event of impact. If that wasn't enough the straps are made from Kevlar which improves breathability and is super tough.
Whereas on other helmets you have a yard or so of extra strap on the Sine Thesis you have a sealed end but with plenty of room to adjust. That adjustment is just a case of sliding the strap adjuster which can be done with one hand; no fiddling or having to feed the strap through. The straps fit comfortably on the back of the head and down the side.
Sitting against your head inside the helmet are small silicone pads. These gel pads are as comfortable as the usual foam pads but they don't retain the sweat. Their hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial properties can only help keep your head protected from more than just the heat. My only gripe here is the line of pads on the front can get caught if you wear a skull cap or hat which can move them out of position and cause irritation.
Met claim that with only 20% of the helmet in contact with your head, the airflow is increased and you stay cooler. The reality is the Met Sine Thesis helmet does allow the air to flow nicely which will be a big bonus on warmer rides. On cold or windy rides the simple addition of a skull cap does a decent job of reducing this effectiveness. The 20 vents will do a good job when the weather hots up.
The style of the Sine Thesis won't appeal to all. It has a rather flat shape with no real drop at the back. The slightly shallow shape may not seem to provide as much protection but the cradle allows the helmet to sit in the right area without sitting heavily on your head.
On the outside there are reflective elements to aid your visibility, more so from behind.
The Sine Thesis comes in two sizes, medium covering 54-57 cm and large which will cater for heads 58-61 cm. The medium weighs in at 275g and the large is 55g heavier. The medium version on test certainly doesn't feel heavy on the head or in the hand. If the test colour variant in red, black and white doesn't appeal there are four others. To help you transport the Met Sine Thesis around there is a neoprene bag.
Comfortable, light lid that provides plenty of protection without compromising style
Make and model: Met Sine Thesis helmet
Size tested: Medium
Tell us what the product is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?
A helmet is a very personal thing. Its not just style, colour or fit but what safety features are included and none of this must compromise the ability to fit and fit well. It needs to be adjustable without affecting fit. The Met Sine Thesis does just that. It offers style, a choice of colours and is easy to adjust to get the fit just so.
Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?
Met were early exponents at using in-moulding technology in their helmets. This process involves the foam interior liner of the helmet being blown into the external shell during manufacturing, hence the name. The advantages to this are the helmet weight is reduced as the liner is fused to the outer shell which in turn can be thinner and therefore lighter.
It does mean that Met can get a little funky with their design shapes and angles offering riders a more interesting lid, perhaps even unique. As production costs have come down the in-mold construction technology is no longer the preserve of high end helmets. The technology is now being used further down the range.
That's the technology taken care of so how does it wear? The Met Sine Thesis helmet is one of the best. The fit is helped by the in-moulding as already covered. This gives the helmet a slightly bulbous look but isn't translated into a weight penalty.
The inner cradle on the inside of the back of the helmet can also be adjusted. With four different height settings. A little extra tweaking that can ensure you have no excuse not to get the most comfortable fitting. On the front the straps are ventilated which not only saves weight but provides a soft finish against your skin. The straps are anchored to the helmet at the back through the exoskeleton and at the side. To get the cradle to the right tension there is a dial adjuster on the back. The helmet straps are designed to aid aerodynamics and their tensile stress is more evenly dissipated in the event of impact. If that wasn't enough the straps are made from Kevlar which improves breathability and super resistant.
Whereas on other helmets you have a yard or so of extra strap on the Sine Thesis you have a sealed end but with plenty of room to adjust. To do that it is just a case of sliding the strap adjuster which can be done with one hand. No fiddling with or having to feed the strap through. When you wear it the straps fit comfortably on the back of the head and down the side.
The padding inside the helmet is provided by small silicone pads. These gel pads provide as much comfort as the normal pads you get but they don't retain the sweat. Their hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial properties can only keep your head protected further from not only the heat. My only gripe here is the line of pads on the front can get caught if you wear a skull cap or hat which can move them out of position and cause an irritation.
For ventilation Met claim that with only 20% of the helmet in contact with your head, the airflow is increased and you stay cooler. The reality is the Met Sine Thesis helmet does allow the air to flow nicely which will be a big bonus on warmer rides. On cold or windy rides the simple addition of a skull cap does a decent job of reducing this effectiveness. The 20 vents will do a good job when the weather hots up.
The Kevlar straps are not only easy to use and wipe clean but have proved very robust. There has been no fraying through use. The helmet body itself has an easy wipe clean surface and the addition of the silicone pads mean there is little to remove to wash and increase longevity. The helmet shell has proven to be tough not that it has been put to the test but has survived plenty of use with no detrimental effect.
The in-mould technology used to construct the Met Sine Thesis helmet makes for a lightweight lid. The additional materials used to complete the job help to make it less fiddly than some to adjust and keep clean. You can easily forget you are wearing the helmet, a combination of the lack of weight and the ability to get it to fit well.
Having the ability to adjust the inner cradle up and down as well as for and aft allows you the rider to fine tune the fit. The silicone pads provide a very soft fit directly against the head or on top of a skull cap. The only proviso here is to make sure the lid is fitted well to avoid pushing these pads out of position which can cause irritation. The straps are not only easy to use and clean but to adjust.
At £190 you would expect a lot for a helmet. Met have pulled out all the stops to produce a helmet that offers decent levels of protection but does the expected very well. Easy to adjust, do up and keep clean coupled with stylish graphics complete the package. This may still prove a barrier to some but if you can afford this helmet then it's well worth the expenditure.
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
Besides a minor concern over the securing of the front row of silicone pads the Met Sine Thesis helmet is a revelation. Providing a good fit with plenty of adjustments, little or no weight penalty and the ability to keep you cool. Overall I'd have to say this is one of the best helmets I have worn in a while.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
The helmet is light, well ventilated and easy to adjust to make sure you have a secure fit. With the cradle at the back adjustable both up and down as well as in and out there is no excuse not to get the right fit.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
My only concern with the Met Sine Thesis is the silicone gel pads on the inside of the lid. They provide plenty of comfort but they can be easily caught which can move them out of position and prove uncomfortable.
Did you enjoy using the product? Certainly did.
Would you consider buying the product? Yes - although it is expensive.
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes.
Overall rating: 9 /10
Age: 45 Height: 178cm Weight: 80kg
I usually ride: Currently riding a Pinnacle Evaporite Three My best bike is: As above
I've been riding for: Under 5 years I ride: Every day I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: road racing, commuting, sportives, mtb, Not yet but looking to dip my toe in the world of TT
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