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Although cycling is a sustainable and eco-friendly sport, many of the accessories associated with it are not. The new Lazer Verde KinetiCore helmet is seeking to address that with sustainable construction, materials and packaging. With a retail price of $, the Verde is constructed from 70% recycled material and features an e-bike NTA-8776 safety certification. The helmet has also achieved a 4-star Virginia tech rating thanks to Lazer’s KinetiCore which consists of specifically engineered EPS blocks that are designed to absorb rotational and direct impacts. Lazer has also designed the Verde with urban cycling in mind by incorporating concealed vents that keep water out and an integrated mount for Lazer’s universal helmet taillight. Lazer markets the Verde KinetiCore as one of the most sustainable helmets available with 70% recycled materials. It’s not just marketing either, as the Verde uses no velcro, glue or in-molded parts. Even the exterior of the helmet has no paint, instead the plastic itself is dyed. Lazer currently offers the helmet in four different colors: matte white stone (off-white), lemongrass (light green), sage green and gray onyx (black). We have the sage green color in this review which looks like a mix between blue and green in person and has a solid color scheme. The helmet itself has a hardshell design with an outer shell that is attached to a foam interior. While there are vents in the shell there is only foam visible through them. Lazer has hidden the actual vents under the shell which allows this helmet to be used in the rain while still providing ventilation. As an urban helmet, the Verde has a classic commuter design with an extended rear coverage and less venting than you’d find on road cycling helmets. Unlike the Bern Hudson or Thousand Chapter helmets, the Verde has a smooth front with no brim to block the sun out. On the rear of the helmet there are also a few interesting features with Lazer’s ECOLOC. It’s a clever removable rear tab that can be opened to separate the shell from the foam core of the helmet. It’s designed to allow the helmet to easily be disassembled for recycling once it’s reached its end of life. There is also what looks like a small USB like slot that is used for Lazer’s universal helmet tail light mounting. It’s a simple mount design that lets you lock the taillight in place for additional visibility at night and looks inconspicuous with no tail light. ... Read the full review @ ~ 00:00 Intro 00:10 Unboxing Specs 02:21 Fit Finish 07:13 On The Bike 08:29 Comparison (Lazer Cityzen, Thousand Heritage 2.0 MIPS) 10:08 The Final Score ~ Visit Our Website - Follow Us On Instagram - ~ Lazer - ~
