Details
A stylish road helmet with advanced WaveCel technology that balances comfort and performance for all riders who value safety.
A major advancement in the protection against cycling-related head injuries
Starvos WaveCel is a versatile, high-value cycling helmet for new-to-seasoned riders who want the added protection of WaveCel, a leading technology in the protection against cycling-related head injuries.
WaveCel is a collapsible cellular structure that lines the inside of the helmet. This Bontrager-exclusive technology disrupts the safety standards the industry has accepted for over 30 years.
Product details
- WaveCel advanced helmet technology
- Virginia Tech 5 STAR rating
- Intuitive, one-handed Headmaster fit system makes height and circumference adjustments easy
- LockDown dividers make helmet strap management clean and easy to adjust
- Soft, comfortable, moisture-wicking, and washable helmet pads
- Available in XL sizing
- Crash Replacement Guarantee provides a free helmet replacement if involved in a crash within the first year of ownership
Specifications
- Size (head circumference): Small (51-57cm) / Medium (54-60cm) / Large (58-63cm) / X-Large (60-66cm)
- Fit system: Headmaster II
- Pad material: Moisture-wicking pads
- Buckle type: Standard buckle
- Includes: Crash Replacement Guarantee
- Weight: 300g (Small) / 335g (Medium) / 370g (Large) / 385g (X-Large)
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Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black / X-Small | 601842397725 | 1047483 | HEL44633870C |
| Black / Small | 601842340929 | 1040442 | HEL36110880S |
| Black / Medium | 601842340936 | 1040443 | HEL34551191K |
| Black / Large | 601842340943 | 1040444 | HEL43827673C |
| Black / X-Large | 601842340950 | 1040445 | HEL44379732C |
| Radioactive Yellow / X-Small | 601842397749 | 1047485 | HEL52677774C |
| Radioactive Yellow / Small | 601842341001 | 1040451 | HEL51877711C |
| Radioactive Yellow / Medium | 601842341018 | 1040452 | HEL51342836C |
| Radioactive Yellow / Large | 601842341025 | 1040453 | HEL51517131C |
| Radioactive Yellow / X-Large | 601842341032 | 1040454 | HEL52396349C |
| White / Small | 601842340967 | 1040447 | HEL43101677C |
| White / X-Small | 601842397732 | 1047484 | HEL44219227C |
| White / Medium | 601842340974 | 1040448 | HEL44318792C |
| White / Large | 601842340981 | 1040449 | HEL43744737C |
| White / X-Large | 601842340998 | 1040450 | HEL44944268C |
Reviews
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Maybe a "one bad accident" and replace - but so worth it
Unlike the hard foam-lined helmets, this has a honeycomb matrix of collapsible, brittle plastic. If it gets "actually" used, you will know it. Get a new helmet, with gratitude. The other cool thing is that in 9 mos. of the year, the ventilation is top-notch. In the winter/cold, you will need a h...
Most Liked Negative Review
Disappointed with Fit and Comfort
I was really excited to get a new WaveCel Helmet and happy that they had the Starvos in XL. Unfortunately, the XL headmaster felt crazy uncomfortable and sat really high....unwearable. it was almost like it was an XL helmet with a Large Headmaster unit...even when dialed to max size. I have a big h...
Reviewed by 79 customers
Great quality!
Bought this on sale with the hope of my XS would grow into the next size up.
AWFUL!
Reviewed at
trekbikes.comThis helmet is incredibly heavy and poor quality. For me the ratchet broke almost instantly and I couldn't undo the helmet at all. The ratchet is made of cheap plastic. Also Trek was sued for WaveCel. I wouldn't recommend this garbage to anyone.
Great, with One Exception
Once I figured out how to adjust the straps inside the helmet (why didn't I read the instructions first?), it fit to a tee. I had read in a review somewhere that the WaveCel stuff is good, so that's a plus. My one caveat: the chin strap buckle is a tough squeeze to unfasten, and thus hard on my ancient, arthritic thumb and finger.
Great Helment
Reviewed at
trekbikes.comSeveral years ago I traded in my old 30+year Bell helment for a Bontrager Starvos. Had a bad crash a month ago, hit my head, badly dented the helmet - and walked away OK. Just bought a new one!
Comfortable
The helmet fits well and appears to be well manufactured. All evidence points to fact this technology is best available. Would rate higher except that wind makes an uncomfortable whistling sound as it goes through the honeycomb wavecel. Could only correct by putting pieces of foam in vent ports on side of helmet.
Great helmet at reasonable price
This is the second Starvos helmet I bought. Had a crash wearing it and it worked just like it was supposed to--saved my brain even when I broke a rib. And I think it looks good. I think its a great helmet at a reasonable price.
i will buy this helmet again
Reviewed at
trekbikes.comhad a bad crash helmet saved my life will be buying a new one right now. comfortable and light but built to withstand a major impact its incredible to me that people dont wear helmets as you NEVER know when a accident will happen
I would buy this bike helmet again.
Lightweight and comfortable. This is my first bike helmet along with my first bike and I love them both, lol.
Comfortable
Seems like you should have to crash to rate a helmet but thankfully I don't have that experience. Helmet is comfy and well vented. Very happy so far.
Starvos Wave Cell Helmet
Bought a new Bontrager helmet and it is wonderful.
