Test announcement: Alpina Sports has been developing equipment for your safety since the 80s. Whether winter sports or cycling. The specialists incorporated this experience into the development of the Alpina Rootage helmet and the Alpina Twist Five goggles. Here we briefly introduce the products to you before we take them into our test wing. After the test you can even win a helmet.
The head simply has to be appreciated and still remain fully functional. The freedom of movement with helmets or the field of vision with glasses also play a central role. Many tests and, of course, the experience of each individual show that these two components must fit together. The goggles must not touch the helmet and thus impair the field of vision, the helmet must not press the temples uncomfortably against the head.
Alpina Twist-Five: four glasses, one goal. Safety and protection of the eyes
The Twist Five sports glasses family includes four different model variants - for every application, for every taste, for every face. The further development of Alpina focused on a more striking design, an optimization of the adjustment options and a broader range of lens technologies. The Twist Five is available as a full frame version, with a shield and with a half frame in a normal width and a narrow version.
QuattroVarioflex disc technology is introduced for the first time on some Twist models. The polarized lenses enhance contrasts and filter out annoying reflections. At the same time, the tint automatically adapts to the prevailing light conditions. The view is always ideal and the UV protection is always 100 percent.
To ensure that the glasses fit perfectly, Alpina has developed the Adaptable Nosepad, a nose pad that can be easily adjusted in width, and the inclinable temples. These can be adjusted in height and thus ideally adapted to every face. Even if the right ear is not as high as the left. In addition, the temple ends of the new Twist Five models have been slightly shortened. This ensures the best possible compatibility with Alpina helmets.
In terms of price, the new family of glasses covers a wide spectrum – from 79,95 euros to 179,95 You can get everything in euros. So there should be the right Twist Five for every budget.
Alpina Footage: Maximum safety, optimal fit, best possible air conditioning in the interior
A good enduro helmet is characterized by more than one property. However, safety is always the top priority: Here, Alpina relies on the high-performance material carbon for the highest possible protection. Carbon fiber panels are incorporated into the outer shell of the helmet, making the Alpina Rootage more resistant and lighter. The edges of the helmet are finished and additionally protected with Edge Protect, a ceramic shell.
Polycarbonate inserts stiffen the large vents which, along with internal ducts, provide the rider's head with the best possible fresh air flow. So you can not only rock the trails with the Alpina tRootage, but also tackle sweaty climbs with a smile on your face.
The antibacterial and washable pads are made of Coolmaxtm material and nestle against the driver's head. In addition to the usual good fit of Alpina helmets, the product developers and designers of the traditional Bavarian company are presenting another innovation: the Run System Ergo Flex. The adjustment system impresses with its filigree construction and fixes the helmet evenly in a 360 degree circumference on the head.
Alpina Rootage: New colors for the 2020 model year
So that your eyes are optimally protected on the trails, good glasses are essential. If you want to grab mirrored, self-tinting glasses with polarized lenses and a cool look, the new Twist Five QVM+ is a good choice. Either way, nothing stands in the way of trail fun.
The recommended retail price for the Alpina Rootage is €169.
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