The IsoFit® System

Before we introduce the IsoFit® System, let’s be honest about the 360° fit system that’s become standard in helmets across industries.

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Uneven Fit & Hot Spots

  • There are 8 to10 documented head shapes, so while the headband of the 360° system may adjust to head circumference, it is not designed to address varied head shapes to evenly fit and secure the helmet properly.
  • Most people experience pressure points or hot spots because their specific head shape doesn’t match the curvature of the helmet’s comfort liner design.

Unstable Helmet & Air Gaps

  • An unevenly fitted helmet creates air gaps, which makes the helmet unstable.
  • An unstable, off-centered, helmet significantly reduces safety upon impact, despite helmet design. This is because the helmet can shift due to the air gaps. If the helmet is lopsided, the safety registered in the lab (with perfect helmet position) is not the same in reality.
  • Often the wearer will further tighten the 360° fit system to offset movement but in fact this is more likely to cause compression headaches.

Compression Headaches

  • 360° fit systems only tighten around the lower head and apply pressure points to the trigeminal scalp nerve, which can cause compression headaches.

Neck Pain

  • 360° fit systems also apply pressure points to the occipital scalp nerve, which can cause neck pain and discomfort.

Here’s why every helmet needs the IsoFit® System:

Two-layer comfort liner fit system contours evenly around the wearer’s head for a personalized fit.

Significantly more comfortable helmet experience regardless of head shape and size.

Helmet stays secure and stable because it is equally balanced and centered on the head.

No hot spots or air gaps between head and comfort liner.

Significantly relieves pressure points to the trigeminal and occipital scalp nerves.

How the IsoFit® System works:

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Loosened

The design of the IsoFit® System enables the patented two-layer comfort liner to float up and down within the helmet, to minimize any gaps between the comfort liner and the wearer’s head.

When the helmet is first placed on the head, the IsoFit® System should be loose so that it can self-adjust to each wearer’s head shape and size.

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Snug Fit

The lace path within the IsoFit® comfort liner ensures that the weight of the helmet is evenly distributed around the wearer’s head.

When the wearer tightens the dial to the desired fit and comfort level, it maintains the lace position for a snug, stable fit.

This innovative two-layer design enhances helmet stability by minimizing air gaps between the head, liner, and helmet. It also eliminates pressure points, providing a safer and more comfortable fit for any head shape or size.

What’s the difference between IsoFit® 1.0 and 2.0?

IsoFit® 1.0

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Original 4 cam slide version for low to mid-cut helmet designs

Powered by 3rd party lace-dial system

Custom designs only

IsoFit® 2.0

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New 2 cam slide version for mid to high-cut helmet designs
Powered by the HelmetTec® H-Dial system
Market-ready or Custom designs available

Optional EMS safety system

Hear the accolades:

Highly recommend this headgear, had it about 2 months now, haven’t had a single headache or any neck fatigue at the end of the day since I started using it.

– byler_skarnes

Love my Optrel hood, 10 hour shifts and this hood is just as comfortable at the beginning as it is at the end. Super light and the way the headpiece fits makes it easier on the neck and head after extended periods of time.

– Karen C.

The helmet are the headgear, the visual clarity and visibility. The helmet can EASILY be worn all day with great comfort.

– Anonymous end-user

“The best head gear. This is leaps and bounds better than any other head gear I have ever worn. It spreads the load out really well. Seems well made but only time will tell. I don’t get headaches wearing my Optrel vegaview 2.5 anymore! Great product.”

– Rafael A

Amazingly comfortable. Fits live a glove, super comfortable, well worth the price.

– Lonnie B.

Optrel IsoFit Headger: Super comfortable compared to original headgear in my Crystal 2.0 helmet.

– Chad Z.

Fits Great. Much better replacement than the standard straps. Actually the best fitting of all the helmets I’ve had.

– David M.

I’m a mountain biker and a welder. This Isofit headgear makes me feel like I’m welding with my bike helmet on. It’s actually more comfortable!

– captainrutabeggacrossout8482

See the technology:

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