The ABUS product development team set out to create a comfortable, lightweight, feature-packed, half-shell helmet designed specifically for all-mountain and enduro riders; and succeeded.
The CliffHanger is a deep-fitting half-shell-style helmet that gives extra protection to the back of your head when riding on the trails. The weight savings are largely attributed to the Acti-Cage reinforcement system integrated inside the EPS core. This skeleton-like structure adds strength and stability so ABUS can use less material and create 14 massive vents for air circulation. Eight huge inlet vents in front and sides of the helmet bring in fresh cool air, while six rear exhaust vents draw out the heat. And while the three-piece in-mold outer shell design allows for a variety of different colors and gives the CliffHanger a premium finish, it also contributes to weight savings and durability.
A properly fitting helmet is the safest and one of the best reasons to buy a CliffHanger. After years of success with Grand Tour-winning road helmets, ABUS incorporated the Zoom-Ace retention system into the CliffHanger. This full circumference adjustment system conforms to the shape of your head, distributing the pressure evenly and with a twist of a dial so the helmet hovers evenly around your head instead of sitting on top like many helmets. The Zoom-Ace also adjusts vertically for a truly custom fit and allows for what ABUS calls the “Ponytail Outlet,” a much-appreciated feature for riders with long hair. The final fitment comes from the new TriVider strap adjustment system that keeps straps from twisting and flapping in the wind and comfortably positions them around your ears. And, of course, it features a magnetic Fidlock clasp, making it fast and easy to buckle and unbuckle, even with gloves.
Besides safety, fit, and ventilation, the CliffHanger checks off the practical requirements as well. Its multi-height adjustable visor keeps the sunlight and tree branches out when in the down position and allows for eyewear and goggle storage (GoggFit) when up. The CliffHanger is compatible with lights and cameras. It is QUIN compatible. What is QUIN? QUIN is a crash detection sensor that not only detects crashes but can send notifications, including a GPS location, when paired with your smartphone.
- QUIN – Designed and developed specifically for cycling, it uses reliable Bluetooth 5.0 technology to communicate with the helmet sensors and the rider’s smartphone. Independently of crash detection, real-time tracking can be triggered manually in any dangerous situation. Simply tap the rear helmet area four times – and the emergency routine takes its course. The crash detection is controlled via an app. All contacts and settings can be specified here. An important feature is that the user has the option to deactivate the alarm.
Team rider Richie Schley, who was instrumental in the creation of the CliffHanger, says: “We have been working on the CliffHanger helmet for three years now, and I am totally stoked on how awesome it came out. Looks cool, is super lightweight, has great airflow, and is very comfortable. I think we totally nailed it with the colors as well.”
The CliffHanger is available in 9 different colors and 3 sizes in most markets around the world. It can be purchased with or without the MIPS multi-directional impact protection system. In addition, the CliffHanger is QUIN-ready, meaning that you can upgrade your helmet with the QUIN crash detection sensor. (sold separately) The new ABUS CliffHanger starts shipping on October 24th, 2022. Check with your local bike shop for availability.
- Multi-Shell In-Mould for a permanent bond between the outer shell and the shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS)
- Zoom Ace MTB: Height-adjustable adjustment system to fit the head circumference
- Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited for ponytail wearers
- Laterally adjustable, non-slip TriVider strap system
- QUIN ready – easy upgrade with the separately available QUIN chip for fall detection
- ActiCage: Structural reinforcement integrated into the EPS to optimize stability
- Molded lower shell for added durability
- Height-adjustable visor
- GoggFit: A device that allows a pair of goggles to be fixed to the helmet when the athlete doesn’t need them while riding
- Ventilation: excellent ventilation through 8 air inlets and 6 air outlets
- FidLock magnetic buckle
- Certifications: CPSC DIN EN 1078
- Sizes: S (51 – 55 cm), M (54 – 58 cm), L (57 – 61 cm)
- Weight: 360 g (S), 380 g (M), 410 g (L) (+ 30 g for MIPS models)
- Six colors: midnight blue, concrete grey, iced mint, pine green, shiny white, velvet black
- Three colors – MIPS models: concrete grey, velvet black, metallic copper
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