Apex, the new fibre helmet by Suomy was designed giving maximum consideration to internal comfort, construction technology, reliability and safety for both rider and racer.
As per Suomy tradition, Apex continues with its external sport design while at the same time assuring the comfort that only a “top-of–the-line” helmet can give.
Using 360 degree scientific knowledge, the Apex has been designed and tested in wind tunnels to optimize external flow while taking serious consideration to the internal ventilation.
State-of-the-art technical solutions were used in the design and manufacture of this helmet. The new materials used in construction gives the shell a unique rigidity while maintaining considerable lightness in the overall weight of the helmet.
1) External aerodynamics: Specially designed ribs were added to channel the air flow from the front to the back of the helmet. They were designed to block disturbing aerodynamic turbulence, enhancing the internal silence of the helmet. Furthermore, the new spoiler moves the air turbulence “break point” behind and away from the shell.
2) Internal ventilation: The Apex helmet assures excellent ventilation and internal comfort, thanks to both the chin guard air intake and the upper air intake.
Chin guard air intake and upper air intake:The adjustable air intake on the chin guard allows for the air conditioning of the front/lower part of the helmet. It can be activated in completely open or closed position by using a comfortable and practical snap lever. Thanks to its ergonomic design, it can be activated even while wearing gloves.
The air intake on the upper part of the shell brings air to the front/upper part of the helmet. It can be activated in completely open or closed position by using a comfortable and practical snap lever. It also can be activated while wearing gloves
Back spoiler:The new polycarbonate back spoiler was tested and designed together with the Apex project, in the wind tunnel. The design shape moves the aerodynamic turbulence back and away from the helmet, thereby eliminating head buffet at speed.
By exploiting the venturi effect and the particular shape of the internal protection polystyrene, the incoming airflow can easily be eliminated thanks to the back exhaust ports.
Production of the composite shell:This is the strong point of Apex: with this shell, Suomy completely changed its production process. The new and secret composites used, allows Suomy to obtain a lighter, tougher and more protective shell!
The effort made by Suomy in the past years, coupled with the desire to continue producing its products in Italy, has been fully repaid: The “know-how” of the research and development department allowed Suomy to use a new composite (a mix of carbon with various weights/break loads and a secret aramid composite) that has made the shell very light, while at the same time more resistant to certification crashes. Moreover, stiffening ribs were added, enhancing the overall sturdiness of the shell while aesthetically giving the helmet a great look and a “racing” edge. “The Apex is a helmet for all situations!”
Each helmet is a unique piece, handcrafted in Italy ; particularly Apex is a forerunner of the new Suomy’s moulding system.
The four mixed layer of fiberglass, aramidic and carbon material in different weight, permit us to produce a shell more protective, stiff and light.
All that, thanks at Suomy’s new moulding process and at a new resin
To meet a demanding customers, Apex is realized in three different shells : M, L and XL.
Internal part:The internal part is completely made of the precious fabric COOLMAX® ACTIVE:
• It moves away the body sweat;
• Keeps rider fresh, dry and completely comfortable;
• Lightweight, soft and breathable fabric;
• Performance controlled and certified by ADVANSA.
The cheek pads and the internal comfort shell can be removed, washed and replaced. The cheek pads come in different thickness to meet all user sizes.
Retention system:The retention system used is our famous and tested “D-RING” with double D rings.
Visor:The visor is another very important aspect that Suomy never forgets. Safety of the riders vision is extremely important. Suomy makes its visors using a flat sheet which is then thermoformed. Each visor is a unique piece with top notch optical properties. Thanks to this process it is not necessary to install fog free inserts inside the visor because the visors are treated with a permanent “antifog” system.
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