Specialized helmets feature special technology that helps your helmet protect you even more. The ANGi crash sensor can call for help when you can’t and MIPS provides superb protection for your brain. Specialized has transformed the modern helmet into a live tracking device, accident detector, and safety beacon that connects you to help when you need it most. Let’s dive into both of these awesome features.
Introducing the ANGi Sensor
ANGi, which stands for Angular and G-Force indicator, is a patented device that contains sensors that measure forces that typically occur during a bicycle crash. Just pair the sensor with the Specialized Ride App, which is available for iOS and Android, and ANGi is ready to help.
Here’s how it works:
- If it detects a crash, it will sound an alarm and start a countdown.
- If you’re okay, you can simply cancel the countdown and be on your way.
- If you don’t stop the countdown and ANGi determines that you’re in need of help, it will send an alert to your selected contacts with your last known GPS location and a message that you’re in need of help.
+++ANGi Syncs with the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt Computer!
The Wahoo Elemnt Bolt works in conjunction with the Specialized Ride App to support alerts from the Specialized ANGi crash detector. If ANGi detects a potential crash, the countdown timer will appear on the Wahoo display. In the event the rider is OK and doesn’t need to call for help, the alert can be canceled from the computer itself.
No cell service? No problem!
Heading out on a ride that may take you out of your cell service range? ANGi still has you covered. You just set your estimated ride time before you head out. If you haven’t finished your ride within the time frame, ANGi will send a notification to your contacts with your last uploaded location.
Several Specialized helmet models now come equipped with an ANGi sensor, and all-new Specialized helmets are ANGi-ready with a specially designed mount that makes attaching an aftermarket ANGi sensor quick and easy. The ANGi sensor can also be attached to almost any other helmet on the market today as an aftermarket accessory!
Introducing MIPS Technology
MIPS stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System. Helmets have long been made with foam liners that are designed to deform on impact and reduce the energy that’s transferred to your brain. These foam liners are great for linear (straight) forces, but not as great when it comes to rotational forces or when your head hits at an angle. MIPS is a low-friction liner within the helmet that allows the helmet’s foam liner to rotate and reduce twisting forces your brain would otherwise experience.
Now go ride… Safely!
The Specialized ANGi and MIPS technology offer the ultimate in helmet safety. Shop our awesome selection of ANGi and MIPS helmets online or at your local ERIK’S today!