Tech Lab

TSG Technology Glossary

reliable protection, perfect fit and superior comfort

Protection

DECISIVE

HEAD PROTECTION

Ride with confidence

When you ride with a TSG helmet youโ€™re protected against the inevitable. Each and every model of TSG helmet is rigorously tested in the lab and by our team riders in the field to provide ultimate safety. Learn more about our construction technologies and helmet protection here.


Hardshell construction

Hardshell helmets are constructed from ABS or PP plastic. This outer shell gets bonded to the EPS core for a two-piece construction that provides high durability and ultimate high-impact protection.

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Hardshell construction

Hardshell covered pads reduce friction against the ground in case of a fall. Maximum protection from impacts often associated with pedals, rocks and other objects found on varied terrain or falls from great heights on concrete or wooden ramps.

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In-Mold construction

In-Mold Construction is a technique that connects the shock absorbing EPS liner directly to the polycarbonate shells to create a lightweight and strong structure. In the first step, the flat PC sheet is heated and deep-drawn over the helmet mold. Then the outline of the helmet shell and the holes are milled out. This PC shell is then placed in the helmet mold and the anchors for straps and fitting systems are placed. Then the mold will be closed, and the EPS is injected. Now the polycarbonate shell bonds with the EPS and a super light, yet extremely stable helmet is created.

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MIPS protection system

MIPSยฎ is a low friction layer inside the helmet, which allows the head to rotate relative to the helmet in an angled impact. This reduces rotational violence and potential damage to the brain.

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Fit

THE
PERFECT FIT

Ride better for longer

A snug low-profile fit is key to comfort, protection and enjoying your ride. Fit is the core of our philosophy and is what makes us the best.

Snug Fit

We design our helmets differently from our competitors. We have analyzed the most diverse heads and determined a basic anatomical shape. This allows us to follow exactly the curves of the human head shape. You can see this very well when you look at a TSG helmet from the front: The sides of the helmet shell have more curvature and go clearly inwards. The outline of the TSG helmets at the sides and at the back is round and not straight down like with other helmets. With this production we achieve a so-called contact ring inside the helmet. Here the head touches the helmet all around.

We call this the TSG Snug Fit. Beside the better fit, our helmets with Snug Fit also look less bulky.

In order to lift the TSG helmet from the head, more power is needed than with competition models. This is important so that the helmet does not slip during use and above all remains in the correct position even in the event of a fall.

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Low Fit

A helmet can only protect what it covers. Our Low Fit design sits low and fully protects the entire back and sides of your head without impairing field of vision or restricting movement.

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Tuned Fit System

Our Tuned Fit System allows a rider to dial in their fit using different thickness pads on the interior of the helmet. Our helmets always come with two sizes of pads. Each size comes in a different color which makes it easy to determine the right pads to fit the helmet to the head. It is very important to adjust the helmet with these included pads. For example, if necessary, the slightly thicker pads can be mounted on the back of the head and the pad for the front of the head can be thinner, or vice versa.

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Dial Fit System

The Dial-Fit System makes it easy to dial in a custom fit in seconds. An adjustment wheel on the back of the helmet ensures size adjustment and in­creases stability for helmets that do not have our Snug Fit. Some of our mountain bike enduro/trail helmets also come with a height-adjustable Dial Fit System.

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Comfort

All-Day
Comfort

Ride free

A real helmet should feel like your not wearing one. TSG helmets are built to deliver all-day comfort in the most demanding conditions, leaving you to think about your ride.

Air Flow Channels

Our innovative Air Flow vent system delivers optimal air circulation and reduces uncomfortable heat build-up in the helmet. The air channels have been designed to pull fresh air over and around the head while forcing stale air out.

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Active Shell Venting

Channels between the EPS foam segments in our FlexTech instant fit helmets allow heat to rise and are then pulled out of the shell.

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Screened Vents

Mesh protected vents block insects.

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Comfort padding

Premium heat-sealed padding that is pre-formed and quick-drying: Removable and machine (hand) washable.

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Basic padding

Light, interior fit pads: Removable and hand washable.

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Protection

protection

CERTIFIED PROTECTION
AGAINST HARD KNOCKS

State-of-the-art body protection

TSG protective gear protects you against the inevitable knocks of riding hard and exceeds the most stringent international safety standards for personal protective equipment. From Hardshell to Pure Softshell, we offer constructions for all conditions and riders demands.

Amplified Softshell Construction

Softshell look and feel but Hardshell performance. A thin and flexible pierce-proof insert inside the pad on top of the multi-impact soft foam secures the foam and your joints from crushed rocks or other sharp objects. Your choice when you want comfortable soft but reliable impact protection. (Insert removable for some products).

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Pure Softshell

Soft foam protection for the softest and most flexible performance. Your choice when you prefer wearing the most comfortable pad but still want reliable support

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ACF impact foam

ACF Impact Foam is engineered to mimic the physical structure of human cartilage with molecular freeflow technology. Flexible and soft in the normal state but when met with impact the molecules in ACF form a hard, protective shell. The remaining impact energy is converted into barely noticeable heat before it can reach the body.

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EVA foam

EVA provides great shock absorbing properties, stress-crack resistance and low-temperature toughness. It can be used in multi layers and backed with hard shell caps for a solid performance.

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Memory Foam

This smart PU foam gives you a great level of comfort and safety. It absorbs impact, is comfortable and soft to wear and adapts to create an individual fit.

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HDPE

High impact strength and low friction caps for use on rough and concrete ground.

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comfort

PROTECTION
BUILT FOR COMFORT

Maximum comfort

We create protective gear that is so comfortable and functional you forget youโ€™re wearing it. And when you do fall back to earth youโ€™re protected against the worst gravity, your bike and  hard earth can throw at you.  

Horseshoe Shape

Our custom Horseshoe shape that greatly surrounds knees, elbows or shoulders. The compression-moulded foam pad with a raised top part sits perfectly around your protected joints. This shape minimizes shifting and down-sliding to keep your pad in place during action.

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Pre-Shaped Design

Our pre-shaped body protection comes with a pre-bended articulated design for unrestricting wearing comfort and superior fit.

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Ariaprene

Ariaprene is breathable, light weight and durable. Air can circulate, the skin can breathe and moisture is reduced.

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Stretchy Neoprene

Very strong and at the same time flexible over a wide temperature range, Neoprene offers great temperature regulation and shock absorbing qualities. Perforated for breathability.

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Flexible Spandex

Spandex is used for a thin and low-profile design, easy usability and a flexible and comfortable wearing experience.

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Anti-Slip NBR

A NBR neoprene stripe at the inner top of the pad supports an anti-slip fit, keeping the pad in place during action.

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Anti-slip cuff

Silicone lamination inside top cuff to keep protector in place.

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Anti-shift silicone print

A silicone print on the inside of the joint padding supports a slip-free fit and minimizes shifting

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Pierce-proof insert

A thin and flexible pierce-proof insert inside the pad on top of the soft foam secures the foam and your joints from sharp objects. Insert removable for most products.

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Power Band stripes

Strategically placed PU Powerband stripes, inspired by kinesiology tape, add strength to the lightweight material and significantly reduce movement when worn.

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Tough Stretch Cover

Strong abrasion-resistant fabric offers great resistance against wear and is used in areas prone to high abrasion. Extremely durable but still light and flexible.

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360 Strap

The strap wraps around the whole limb offering superior fit adjustment, wearing comfort and protection.

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Butterfly Strap

No shoe removal needed. Accessible open-back design with comfortable neoprene butterfly velcro closure for easy on and off.

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Buckled Strap

Buckled straps allow great size fine adjustment

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Double-layer Velcro

A flap with double-layered Velcro firmly locks the end of the strap to avoid straps sticking out.

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Flex Zones

Lateral stretch mesh gussets ensure better fit, ventilation and flexibility. The pad stays in position and you perform better.

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Vented 3D Mesh

This three dimensionally structured fabric offers the optimal properties in ventilation and cushioning for the covers of padding and shoulder straps

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Vented Mesh

Elastic and breathable mesh for best possible ventilation. Lightweight and stretchy fabric for additional freedom of movement

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Lateral Padding

Foam padded side walls offer additional coverage.

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Open-back design

No shoe removal needed. Accessible open-back design with comfortable neoprene butterfly Velcro closure for easy on and off.

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Pull-over design

Pull up and fix straps for the most secure and shift-free fit and wearing comfort.

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Goggles

lenses

PERFECT
VISION

Refined optics with minimum distortion

TSG lenses optimize safety and performance for a clear, sharp and accurate vision.

UV Protection

TSG lenses offer a 100% UVA and UVB protection

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Spherical Dual-Lens

Our spherical polycarbonate lens is curved and mimics the curvature of your eye to maximize your field of view. You experience distortion-free superior vision in all direction. Our dual lens configuration provides a thermal barrier between the cold outside temperatures and hot body temperatures from within. This thermal barrier prevents fogging in varying weather conditions.

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Cylindrical Dual-Lens

Our cylindrical lens combines the optical quality of an injected lens and the classic low-profile styling found in a thermos formed lens. Curved horizontally while remaining flat vertically, our cylindrical lenses promote better optics by eliminating peripheral distortion.

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Anti-Fog

An coating on the inside of the lens absorbs moisture immediately so you can enjoy clear lenses all day.

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Anti-Scratch

An anti-scratch coating on the outer lens acts as a protective layer, making the lens more durable and safe. Please note that the anti-scratch applies to the lens and not to the revo (chrome) coating.

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goggles

PROTECTION
AND CLEAR VISION

Comfort, adjustability and perfect vision

We designed our goggles to be comfortable, protective, easy to adjust and perfectly compatible with TSG helmets. With a range of lenses to fit all conditions they are the perfect match you and your TSG helmet.

Magnetic Lens System

Our Magnetic Quick Lens Change Technology with self-locating rare earth magnets embedded in the lens and frame allow for a fast, on-the-fly lens interchange. It features unsurpassed retention, coupled with convenient self-locating engagement.

Fastlock Lens System

Super easy and fast lens change system. Just click the lens on the frame to adapt to changing light and weather conditions.

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Flexible Frame

Our frame is made of a flexible scratch resistant PU material that allows for maximum shape retention during low temperatures and varying weather conditions. In case of an impact, the frame spreads and absorbs some of the impact energy instead of transmitting it straight to the face.

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Frame Vent

The vent positioning keeps hot air circulating up and out slowly, reducing eye watering and lens fogging.

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Triple-Layer Face Foam

All day comfort of moisture wicking triple-layer fleece lined face foam. Enhances fit, comfort and performance.

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Silicone-lined dual-adjust strap

The Silicone-printed strap provides added grip and superior helmet compatibility (dual-adjustable) to keep your goggles on your head.

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Articulating Outriggers

Engineered to adjust to a full range of face shapes and sizes, the articulating outriggers evenly transfer pressure across brow and nose to ensure a complete seal against the face. When used with a helmet, the outrigger articulates allowing the goggle frame to sink into the helmet face port, providing a comfortable and consistent fit every time.

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Helmet compatible

Our goggles are designed to perfectly fit with our helmets and a wide variety of other helmets for a comfortable fit for all day comfort. The inside of the goggle straps are silicone printed to make them stick to the helmet. This allows you to adjust the position of the goggle by placing the strap at a comfortable level.

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Spare Bad Weather Lens

Your goggle comes with two lenses for bluebird and bad weather conditions

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Microfibre Goggle Bag

Use it to store and clean your goggle.

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Apparel

features

DRESSED
TO RIDE

Performance, functionality and style

The TSG MTB line is built for riding and riders, combining function, fit, style and performance to suit all mountain bikers. Team riders Sam Pilgrim, Amir Kabbani & Max Fredriksson are the standard bearers of the TSG apparel line, taking the TSG motto โ€œdesigned by ridersโ€ to the next level. Functional bike wear with a relaxed fit and smart details for everyday trail cruisers to ambitious big mountain riders.

4Way stretch

Flexibility in all directions for maximum freedom of movement.

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Adjustable Hood

3-Point adjustable hood for a perfect fit.

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Anti-Slip Gripper Waist

Silicone printed inner waistband for a secure fit.

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Coolmax

Coolmaxยฎ moves perspiration away from the body, and through the fabric, where it can evaporate quickly, allowing the wearer to feel cooler and more comfortable.

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Double Closure

Hook and button for a double security.

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Flatlock Seams

Flatlock seams donโ€™t chafe and offer higher strength.

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Flow Fit

A flexible, fast drying and breathable rib insert in the back yoke and/or crotch allow an easy movement and guaranties a comfortable fit when pedalling

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Oxford D600

Rough structured and tightly woven fabric that ensures maximum tear and abrasion resistance. Treated with a PU membrane it provides water and dirt repellence. A mesh lining makes it comfortable to wear.

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Quick Dry

A special treatment that enables the fabric to transport moisture to the outside and to dry faster.

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Reflective Details

Small reflective details and prints for additional visibility and safety.

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Sanitized

Sanitized is a certified antibacterial fabric treatment to prevent bad odour from bacteria, mildew etc. in moist or sweaty environments.

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Sunglass Wipe

Integrated micro fibre cloth to clean your sunglasses or goggles.

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Ticket Pocket

Small pocket for your lift ticket or other tiny things.

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Ventilation

Stay fresh with soft mesh inserts for breathability and comfort.

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Waist Regulation

Elastic mesh at waist or interior adjustable waistband for a comfortable fit.

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