HJC Valeco Helmet

The VALECO is a modern, aerodynamic, and perfectly ventilated helmet, weighing about 30 grams more than its bigger brother, the HJC Ibex. The helmet's 12 ventilation holes will keep your head cool in any situation, from classic spring rides to hot Alpine climbs during the summer season. The new Valeco combines various advanced technologies developed for other models to offer the best possible experience in terms of safety, ventilation, comfort, and design. The helmet also features more classic elements such as: adjustable occipital cradle, glasses support, strap separator, and X-Static antibacterial padding. This helmet comes with a bag to protect it when you carry it with you.

Tested in the wind tunnel

HJC helmets are tested in the lab and in “real life” to meet the highest quality standards. HJC is one of the very few helmet companies equipped with its own wind tunnel to test aerodynamics, ventilation, noise, and more. The HJC wind tunnel lab measures air forces under various riding conditions to improve helmet performance.

Aerodynamic Design

Drawing from MotoGP helmet design experience, HJC designers and engineers have become experts in aerodynamics and ventilation. Aero helmets, as the name suggests, are more aerodynamic than traditional road bike helmets but usually compromise ventilation performance. With HJC helmets, this compromise is greatly reduced. HJC probably offers the best semi-aero ventilated helmet on the market... Save watts with HJC helmets!

Venturi Dynamics

To achieve maximum ventilation, a technical adaptation of Bernoulli’s principle is applied to HJC’s aerodynamically enhanced models. When moving, the surface flow speed generally increases as it moves toward the back of the helmet. Through pressure differences, cool air from the front intake is drawn out through the rear exhaust, dissipating internal heat and ensuring the rider optimal ventilation and perfect airflow while riding.

In-Mold Construction

In-mold is a method that fuses the EPS with the outer polycarbonate shell for greater structural strength. This improves rider protection by providing compact reinforcement and giving the product a flawless finish.

Internal Reinforcement Structure

The helmets are reinforced with an internal structure integrated into the EPS; the frame not only keeps the helmet in one piece but also makes it stronger and more durable to protect the head in case of collision.

Advanced Ventilation System

A certain amount of air passes through the front air intake duct, then circulates inside the helmet and finally exits through the exhaust duct. The internal airflow is thus enhanced to cool the head and dissipate heat.

Ultra Lightweight

HJC bicycle helmets are designed with precise measurements to achieve the lowest possible weight. Density, placement, shapes, and materials play an important role in weight optimization.