Hebo has always boasted of having some of the best trial helmets on the market. Within its catalogue we find a total of three ranges: the most basic, called Zone, with the “old” shell; the Zone5, which concerns us in this test; and the Zone4, the sportiest variant, available in fiberglass and carbon fiber.
RESTYLING HEBO ZONE5 RANGE 2022
The Hebo Zone5 helmet is made of ABS, a less light material, but with great strength and durability. As it is designed for mixed use in trials, excursions and the urban environment, this helmet is equipped with interesting extras.
One of its hallmarks is the retractable screen, which protects the rider from wind, rain, sun and any external agent. It unfolds comfortably and once concealed does not hinder the pilot at all.
The second hallmark is the Lights for Life lighting system, which consists of three LEDs that light up (battery not included) on the back to provide greater safety to the rider. There is a second device that allows the LEDs to be activated in sync with the rear brake light.
Looking ahead to 2022, it has been renewed in the field of ventilation, adding the surname “AIR” to the name of the helmet. With rival models standardizing upper ventilation, it was necessary for Hebo to work on this improvement to its best-selling helmet. In this way, more interior freshness is achieved, with the advantage of providing removable plastic lids that limit the entry of air in times such as winter.
HEBO ZONE5 H-TYPE HELMET
In this report, we focus on the H-TYPE variant, which is offered in two colours:
HEBO ZONE5 AIR H-TYPE Helmet black
HEBO ZONE5 AIR H-TYPE Helmet white
HEBO ZONE5 AIR RANGE
Under the same structure and extras, Hebo markets several designs of the Hebo Zone5 AIR.
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR H-TYPE helmet. The protagonist of this report, available in black or white.
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR WE TRUST helmet. Available in grey or orange.
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR MONOCHROME helmet. Available in black or white.
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR MATTE BLACK helmet. Available in matte black.
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR Montesa Classic Helmet
- HEBO ZONE5 AIR Montesa Repsol Helmet
Features Hebo Zone5 Helmet
- Weight 1,150 grams
- Increased ventilation model AIR 2022 (two new top intakes)
- Made of ABS polycarbonate
- Mixed Use Type: Sports & Excursion
- Micro-serrated closure
- Removable and replaceable visors
- Removable interiors
- Retractable screen
"The Hebo Zone5 AIR H-TYPE helmet is the logical evolution of a top-of-the-line helmet with all the extras that an offroad user can demand, where until now a plus of ventilation was lacking, especially after the arrival of the mots jump and the ufo sheratan. Good quality of the interiors, removables, closure and overall components of the helmet. As you might expect, this list of extras is noticeable in the weight, although it is in line with rivals in its category. The difference compared to a sportier fiberglass helmet, such as the hebo zone4, is about 200 extra grams. In short, an excellent option for those who value price and versatility. The 2022 novelties are precise and necessary, returning the Zone5 to the place among the favourites in its range."
WHEN SHOULD I CHANGE MY TRIAL HELMET?
To consider looking for a new trial helmet, one of the following cases must first occur (usually):
Old or run-down town
In this case, we are considering a change with a certain degree of emergency, either due to the expiration of the materials that ensure the protection of the helmet (here we explain it in detail), or as a result of a fall – impact The hull has lost its properties And it’s not safe to keep using it. In any case, the important thing is that we already have prior information about previous satisfaction with this model and it can serve as a premise for a correct choice.
Initiation in the specialty
Either because our first hours were spent with an enduro helmet (for example) or because we bought our first trial bike. In this case, the previous information to make the right decision is non-existent, so we have to follow the advice that you will see in the next point.
Opportunity, Offer, or Pleasure
Here we start from the premise that we have a helmet that fulfills its function and is in a condition to continue to be used. We may well consider a change of model (increase in range) based on recommendations, for chromatic reasons, the appearance of a good offer or due to lack of satisfaction with the current brand or model.
How do I know my trial helmet size?
To know your size, you should measure the circumference of your head at the height of your forehead with a tape measure. The value will tell you which size you should choose. If you are very close to a size, it is preferable to take a larger size.
The values are as follows:
Size XS: 53 – 54 cms
Size S : 55 – 56 cms
Size M: 57 – 58 cms
Size L: 59 – 60 cms
Size XL: 61 – 62 cms
