The Dissident 2 meets the highest demands of downhill mountain bike racing, giving you the confidence, breathability and modern-styled fit that even powerhouse athletes, Loïc Bruni and Finn Iles are after.
The five strategically placed EPS foam inserts enabled Specialized to tune for higher and lower density foam based on where it is being configured inside the helmet, maintaining a light weight and still managing energy. The use of a softer foam density allows more energy to be absorbed in an impact, transferring less to the rider. Dissident 2 also provides added confidence through its Mips Evolve Solution that helps to redirect rotational movement away from the head. In this Evolve Solution, Specialized utilised fabric pocket attachments inside, reducing creakiness.
It is vital to keep your cool when your tackling challenging terrain but not always easy. That’s why, instead of focusing on more vents, Specialized focused on better vents. Built from the inside out, the Dissident 2 ventilation system features a hood scoop to channel a flow of cool air in, and purpose-placed vents that direct the warm air out, letting your head stay cool and comfortable in any situation.
Keeping this helmet light was of high importance. In a race context, feeling light and mobile leads to faster reactions, and reduced fatigue between the tape. With the EPS foam insert construction, the helmet remains very light while still offering big protection. Whether you’re taking the stage to drop in on your first winning World Cup run, or chasing your own championship on the local enduro series, Dissident 2 has you covered.
For helmets sold in the U.S. and Canada: Complies with U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older.