Rudy Project Rebel Bahrain Victorious: a high-performance helmet for road and gravel riding

A road and gravel helmet designed for sporty rides

THE Rudy Project Rebel Team Bahrain Victorious road and gravel helmet is designed for cyclists looking for a competition-oriented model, combining a structure reinforced by 3K carbon inserts, ventilation composed of 22 openings and an RSR 11 S occipital support system.

Its co-molded construction uses a dual-density EPS core and an internal structure designed to promote airflow. The Adaptive Airframe Band, Ergo Divider side loops, and 360° Comfort Fit circular retention system allow for a customized fit around the head.

The Rebel also features a Fidlock magnetic closure, interchangeable foam inserts, a Bugstop protector, and 20% recycled material. This Team Bahrain Victorious version is available in size S/M for a head circumference of 55 to 58 cm and in size L for a head circumference of 59 to 61 cm.

Road and gravel positioning

Helmet designed for performance

The Rudy Project Rebel is presented as a racing helmet designed for cyclists seeking speed, significant ventilation and a precise fit.

Road cycling

Its weight, 22 vents and 3K carbon structure make it suitable for road use, both for training and competition.

Gravel bike compatibility announced

The detailed description also indicates use in gravel riding. The general technical specifications only mention road cycling, but the Rebel's marketing positioning covers both road and gravel riding.

Design Team Bahrain Victorious

Variation associated with the team

This version features a presentation linked to Team Bahrain Victorious.

Color information

The general information indicates blue and green colors, matching the team design. However, the detailed specifications provided mention a Carbon Black Matte finish for both sizes.

Data to be verified according to the exact reference

This color information is contradictory. The exact finish must therefore be verified on the relevant commercial reference, in particular to confirm whether it is the Team Bahrain Victorious blue and green design or the Carbon Black Matte version.

Co-molded construction

Co-molded EPS technology

The outer shell and the internal EPS structure are assembled using a co-molding process.

Dual-density EPS core

The helmet uses dual-density EPS foam designed to meet the various stresses encountered within the structure.

Ventilated internal structure

The core architecture is designed to create air passages between the front and rear openings.

3K carbon fiber hull structure

3K carbon inserts

The Rebel incorporates 3K carbon elements into its hull structure.

Stiffness-to-weight ratio

According to Rudy Project, these inserts optimize the ratio between the rigidity of the structure and its weight.

Integration into the hull

Carbon reinforcements are part of the overall construction of the helmet and complement the co-molded EPS core.

Ventilation

22 vents

The Rudy Project Rebel has 22 openings distributed across its hull.

Flow Through Ventilation

The Flow Through Ventilation system allows air to enter through the front openings, circulate through the internal structure and then exit at the rear.

Prolonged exertion

This ventilation system is designed to support long outings, climbs, and periods of sustained effort.

Adaptive Airframe Band

Adaptive internal headband

The Adaptive Airframe Band forms an internal structure designed to hold the helmet around the head.

Air circulation

Its design seeks to limit continuous contact surfaces in order to allow more space for airflow.

Internal adjustment

The headband works with the RSR 11 S system to ensure helmet positioning.

RSR 11 S restraint system

Occipital adjustment

The RSR 11 S system allows adjustment of the support at the back of the head.

360° Comfort Fit

The device uses a ring surrounding the entire circumference of the head in order to distribute the tightening.

Precise adjustment

The cyclist can adjust the level of support according to their head size and preferences.

Helmet stability

The circular distribution aims to maintain a consistent helmet position while riding.

Fidlock magnetic closure

Magnetic loop

The detailed specifications indicate a Fidlock closure using a magnetic mechanism.

One-handed operation

The system is designed to allow the loop to be closed or opened using only one hand.

Quick closure

The mechanism facilitates manipulation of the jugular before or after an outing.

Difference with the Fastex data

The general information also mentions a classic Fastex push-button closure. This contradicts the detailed specifications of the Rebel, which indicate a Fidlock buckle. The Fidlock closure appears to match the specifications for this model, but this needs to be confirmed on the exact part number.

Ergo Divider side buckles

Strap arrangement

The Ergo Divider buckles allow the straps to be positioned around the ears.

Lateral adjustment

Their adjustment helps to keep the helmet in place and to position the chin strap under the chin.

Bugstop Technology

Integrated foam protection

The helmet features integrated Bugstop technology in the padding area.

Insect barrier

This construction is designed to limit the passage of insects through certain ventilation openings.

Interchangeable foam pads

Free Pads Interchangeable Comfort Padding

The internal foams can be removed and replaced.

Interview

Their disassembly makes it easier to clean the areas in contact with the head.

Replacement

New foam can be installed when the original padding is worn out.

Recycled materials

20% recycled material

The Rebel's construction uses 20% recycled material according to the information provided.

Reduction of virgin materials

This proportion helps to limit the amount of new material used in the manufacture of the helmet.

Protection against rotational impacts

RP Rotational Impact Test

The Rebel is associated with the Rudy Project RP Rotational Impact Test protocol.

Rotational Impact Assessment

This test aims to evaluate the helmet's behavior during impacts likely to generate a rotational movement.

Lack of detailed mechanism

The information provided does not describe a specific mechanical device. This feature should therefore be presented as a test protocol announced by Rudy Project.

Approvals

CE/EN 1078

The helmet is advertised as conforming to the European standard CE/EN 1078.

CPSC 12.03

It also meets the US CPSC 12.03 standard according to the data provided.

Available sizes

Size S/M

• Head circumference: 55 to 58 cm
• Advertised weight: 250 g

Size L

• Head circumference: 59 to 61 cm
• Advertised weight: 280 g

Size selection

The head circumference should be measured horizontally above the eyebrows and ears before selecting the size.

Weight

250g in size S/M

The detailed specifications indicate a weight of 250g for size S/M.

280g in size L

Size L has a stated weight of 280g.

General manufacturer data

The overall value of 250g therefore corresponds to size S/M in the detailed information provided.

Unisex fit

Men and women

The helmet is advertised with a fit designed for both men and women.

Selection based on head circumference

The choice should be made based on head circumference measurement rather than gender.

Technical specifications

General Information

• Product: Rudy Project Rebel Team Bahrain Victorious helmet
• Family: Helmets
• Announced disciplines: road and gravel
• Fit: men and women
• Construction: EPS co-molding
• Core: Dual-density EPS
• Hull structure: 3K carbon inserts
• Recycled material: 20%
• Number of vents: 22

Support system

• Occipital system: RSR 11 S
• Technology: 360° Comfort Fit
• Internal headband: Adaptive Airframe Band
• Side loops: Ergo Divider
• Detailed closure: Magnetic Fidlock
• Another closure mentioned: Fastex, data to be verified

Protection and approvals

• Announced protocol: RP Rotational Impact Test
• European approval: CE/EN 1078
• US certification: CPSC 12.03
• Bugstop Technology

Foams

• Interchangeable comfort foams
• Technology: Free Pads Interchangeable Comfort Padding
• Replaceable foams: yes

Sizes and weights

• Size S/M: 55 to 58 cm
• Weight in size S/M: 250 g
• Size L: 59 to 61 cm
• Weight in size L: 280 g

Colors

• Announced variant: Team Bahrain Victorious
• General colors indicated: blue and green
• Another finish mentioned: Carbon Black Matte
• Exact color to be verified according to the reference

Recommended use

• Road cycling
• Gravel
• Competition
• Intensive training
• Long outings
• Mountain route
• Outings in warm weather
• Cyclists seeking significant ventilation
• Practitioners who prefer a magnetic closure
• Users looking for a 3K carbon fiber helmet
• Supporters of Team Bahrain Victorious

Why choose the Rudy Project Rebel Team Bahrain Victorious helmet ?

• High-performance helmet designed for road and gravel riding
• Hull structure reinforced by 3K carbon inserts
• Co-molded construction with dual-density EPS core
• 22 vents
• Flow Through Ventilation Technology
• Adaptive Airframe Band
• RSR 11 S restraint system
• 360° Circular Comfort Fit Adjustment
• Fidlock magnetic closure announced
• Can be operated with one hand
• Ergo Divider side buckles
• Bugstop Technology
• Interchangeable comfort foams
• 20% recycled material
• RP Rotational Impact Test Protocol
• CE/EN 1078 and CPSC 12.03 approvals
• Advertised weight of 250g in size S/M
• Advertised weight of 280 g in size L
• Two sizes available
• Team Bahrain Victorious variant