{"id":2061,"date":"2016-03-08T02:56:20","date_gmt":"2016-03-07T15:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/bowral\/2016\/03\/08\/kask-protone-offering-the-winning-edge\/"},"modified":"2025-03-18T14:43:18","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T03:43:18","slug":"kask-protone-offering-the-winning-edge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/bowral\/2016\/03\/08\/kask-protone-offering-the-winning-edge\/","title":{"rendered":"KASK PROTONE. OFFERING THE WINNING EDGE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In 2004 Italian company Kask was birthed with the purpose of servicing the safety demands for a range of outdoor sporting disciplines, as well as providing a perfect balance of technological excellence, functionality and the aesthetic appeal of Italian craftsmanship. Kask call their design process a CSD project: Comfort \u2013 Safety \u2013 Design.<\/p>\n<p>With this in mind Kask have designed a range of helmets in collaboration with key sporting teams to create products that delivers the highest performance.<\/p>\n<p>One of those key teams is Team Sky, who collaboratively developed the new Kask Protone.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-989 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bowralclassic.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/protone-fronte-300x260.jpg\" alt=\"protone fronte\" width=\"300\" height=\"260\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Protone has the lowest drag co-efficient and fastest heat dissipation among any ventilated helmet and is complimented by some amazing looks. It\u2019s a winning combination worn by some of the world\u2019s best athletes to give them their competitive edge.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-991 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bowralclassic.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/protone-interno-247x300.jpg\" alt=\"protone interno\" width=\"247\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Protone weighs in at just 215grams and features an innovative multi-layer open cell 3D Dry padding and includes CoolMax\u00ae fabric that has been treated using the Sanitized\u00ae antimicrobial process and is removable and washable.<\/p>\n<p>Several ventilation holes reduce the head-to-pad contact surface by 70% compared to standard designs and offers maximum comfort whilst wicking moisture away from the head toward the outer shell.<\/p>\n<p>The polycarbonate cover for the top, base ring and back of the helmet is joined to the inner polystyrene cap using Kask\u2019s In-Moulding Technology to improve the shell\u2019s shock absorption, along with the internal plastic sub-structure which reinforces the top area to increase crash protection and helmet integrity after impact.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-990 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bowralclassic.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/protone-retro-300x277.jpg\" alt=\"protone retro\" width=\"300\" height=\"277\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The clasp on the rear of the helmet suits any head shape and is very adjustable and supportive without being restrictive. 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