New Folding Bike Helmet Cuts Brain Injury Risk by 88%

Your bike helmet might not be protecting you as well as you think, but a game-changing new design just made safety more convenient than ever.

Newlane's latest folding helmet solves a problem most cyclists don't even know they have. Traditional helmets protect against head-on collisions, but most serious brain injuries happen when riders land at an angle, causing the brain to rotate violently inside the skull.

That's where Mips (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) comes in. Developed by a brain surgeon and biomechanics scientist, this technology adds a special layer inside the helmet that literally rotates on impact, absorbing the force before it reaches your head. Studies show helmets reduce head injuries by 65% to 88%, and Mips makes them even more effective against those dangerous angled falls onto curbs or uneven surfaces.

What makes this helmet special is that it's the first folding design to include Mips protection. With one smooth movement, it collapses to half its size and slips into your bag. No complicated clips or confusing latches to wrestle with when you reach your destination.

The helmet also ditches the bulky look that keeps many commuters from wearing protection in the first place. Its sleek, geometric design proves safety gear can actually look good while saving lives.

Why This Inspires

Brain surgeon Hans von Holst and scientist Peter Halldin spent over a decade perfecting Mips technology because they knew they could prevent traumatic brain injuries. Their innovation now protects everyone from cyclists to skiers to racecar drivers. By partnering with Newlane, they've made life-saving technology accessible to the millions of daily bike commuters who need protection but also need practicality.

"We welcome innovations that help make helmet safety more accessible and encourage more people to wear a helmet on their daily commute," said Max Strandwitz, CEO of Mips.

The helmet is available now for about $175 in medium and large sizes, proving that the best protection doesn't have to mean sacrificing convenience or style.