Boa Technology and MIPS Partner for Improved Helmet Fit and Protection

by Brian Mullin on July 6, 2018

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The MIPS B-series Boa allows for the Boa Fit System to connect directly to the MIPS Low Friction Layer (LFL), rather than attaching in a stationary fashion to the helmet. This new method of integration with Boa improves the fit of the MIPS liner, making it the latest evolution in 360-degree fit systems.

Boa Technology, creators of the award-winning Boa® Fit System, and MIPS®, innovators of the patented Brain Protection System, together announce their collaboration on the MIPS® B-series Boa®, a new system for helmets. The specially integrated system is designed to work together to create a solution that provides superior fit and added protection to athletes in bike and snow.

Thoughts => We’ve used the Boa design on a variety of shoes and a few helmets over the years, and it provides an easy fitting and adjustment system, and a secure hold. The MIPS system offers up the utmost in safety and protection in slip-plane technology to reduce rotational forces during impacts. This partnership utilizing these two highly innovative and functional technologies should offer excellent fit and seamless integration for improved safety, protection and security. They’ll partner with most of the large helmet vendors on the market shortly, and we should see something coming out early next year.

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The MIPS B-series Boa allows for the Boa Fit System to connect directly to the MIPS Low Friction Layer (LFL), rather than attaching in a stationary fashion to the helmet. This new method of integration with Boa improves the fit of the MIPS liner, making it the latest evolution in 360-degree fit systems.

Boa and MIPS, both leaders in their respective helmet technologies, align with their approach for constant innovation and a drive to continually develop highly functional, performance-based products.

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“A helmet that fits well is ideal for maximizing safety, and Boa brings the leading fit component to bike and snow helmets,” says Johan Thiel, CEO of MIPS. “We are excited to team up and offer brand partners a joint system that optimizes integration and assembly, and ultimately provides great protection for the rider.”

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“MIPS is as dedicated to head and brain protection as Boa is to making the worlds’ best gear better through improved fit and performance,” says Shawn Neville of Boa Technology. “We are fortunate to partner with a like-minded company such as MIPS who is also passionate about creating meaningful, innovative solutions for our brand partners and consumers.”

The collaborative system is high tech, high performance, and high safety. Look for the Boa and MIPS collaboration to debut at Eurobike in Friederichshafen, Germany at the MIPS booth (FW-100). MIPS B-series Boa will be available to brand partners immediately and to consumers in the following model year.

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About MIPS

MIPS specializes in helmet-based safety and protection of the brain. Based on an ingredient brand model, MIPS Brain Protection System (BPS) is sold to the global helmet industry. MIPS solutions are patented in all relevant markets and are based on more than 20 years of research and development together with the Royal Institute of Technology and the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. MIPS is the world leader in this field. The company’s headquarters, with 25 employees in research and development, sales, marketing, and administration are located in Stockholm together with the test facility. For more information, visit mipsprotection.com.

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About Boa Technology

Boa Technology Inc., creators of the revolutionary, award-winning Boa Fit System, delivers high performance fit solutions integrated into products across the golf, athletic, outdoor, snow sports, cycling, workwear, and medical categories. The patented Boa Fit System consists of three integral parts: a micro-adjustable dial, superstrong lightweight laces, and low friction lace guides. Each unique configuration is engineered to optimize fit and provide precision, adaptability, and control, and The Boa System dials and laces are backed by The Boa Guarantee. In collaboration with its market leading brand partners, Boa is driven to make the world’s best gear even better. Boa Technology Inc. is headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices in Austria, Hong Kong, China, South Korea, and Japan. For more information, visit BoaFit.com.

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