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Review: uvex Quatro Helmet

Written by Iwan Kemp.

· By Press Office · 0 comments

uvex has been making world-class safety and protection gear for over 90 years and has been growing their offering to cyclists with good value high-tech gear.

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The Quatro is uvex’s top of the line helmet aimed at trail, all-mountain, and enduro riders. It offers a good amount of coverage around the back of the helmet and several other great features.

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The first of which is uvex’s unique retention system dubbed “anatomic IAS”. It features a 360-degree adjustment system with a familiar dial at the back that picks up the slack for a snug fit. To further adjust fit over the head, there are vertical clips above the ear that provide seven different height positions. The inner lining is made from anti-allergenic, antibacterial, fast drying material that can be both removed and washed.

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The chin strap is secured using a ratchet system that is super easy to open and close. It offers a perfect fit without the need to fiddle with adjusting nylon straps in the hope that you get it right. There’s even a felt strip to increase comfort around your chin.

There is a universal mount on top and it comes with optional adapters for a light or action camera. At the back, there’s a triangular gap that a rear facing light can be clipped into. These accessories are well made and fit securely to the Quatro.

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Team PYGA Euro Steel and Absolute Motion’s Henry Liebenberg, Zandri Strydom and the newly formed Team Darkhorse Wheels are all ambassadors for the brand; testimony to the quality of the product and uvex’s commitment to South African cycling.

Features:

  • Double in-mould technology
  • 360-degree micro-adjustable headband with vertical adjustments
  • Adjustable visor
  • Button operated quick adjust monomatic comfort closure
  • Fast Adapting System (FAS) webbing
  • Moulded bug netting
  • Reinforced shell
  • Quick release camera mount (sold separately)
  • Lupine Light mount (sold separately)

  • Meets EN 1078, TUV GS, CE, and CPSC standards
  • Made in Germany
  • Sizes: X-small/small and medium/large
  • 17 integrated ventilation channels
  • Weight: 295 gram
  • 2-year warranty and 40% of RRP payable crash replacement policy.
  • Recommended retail price: R1999
  • Light – RRP 149.00, Camera adapter – RRP 199.00

On the Trail

The Quatro was immediately a comfortable fit only requiring minor adjustments to ensure that it would remain securely in place. I really liked how cranking up the tension on the retention did not cause any discomfort or hot spots with the pressure being applied evenly around the head. I cannot stress enough how impressed I was with the retention system.

The generously sized ventilation channels all around the helmet mean that the ventilation is superb. Not once did I feel that the helmet suffers from heat build-up. It was noticeably better at keeping my noggin cool than the Fox Metah that the uvex has replaced. Another plus compared to the Fox is the adjustable visor – especially on steep descents where the Fox could do with a centimetre or so chopped off for a better field of view.

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I used my GoPro on the optional action camera mount and the footage was good with no evidence of the mount shifting during filming. I made use of the rear light on every ride. I found it comforting knowing that I was out riding with a high-mounted rear facing light. Think of it as the third brake light that comes standard with vehicles.

Thankfully, I did not test the protection or robustness of the Quatro in a crash, but looking at the thoughtfulness of the features and build quality, I have few doubts that the uvex Quatro will get the job done should the need arise.

Verdict

uvex sports clearly did their homework with the Quatro and have brought a comfortable helmet that is rich in features to the market.

Pros
  • Clever features
  • Very comfortable
  • Optional accessories are well thought out
  • 2-year warranty and comes with a crash replacement policy
  • Competitive weight and ventilation will make it suitable for XC racers

Cons
  • Limited dealer network at this stage

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Terms and Conditions

  • Competition closes on Friday 18 January at midnight and the winner will be announced on Tuesday 22 January at 12pm on uvex sports’ Facebook Page
  • The winner will be picked at random
  • The prize is a R2,000.00 uvex shopping voucher that can be redeemed at any uvex sports dealer in South Africa or Namibia
  • The competition is open to all ages and residents from South Africa and Namibia
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