Low Maintenance: Hides road grime and fingerprints
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Specially made for the street riders and sport daredevils, K5 Enlace provides a plethora of features to support your head
Pros: Strong, stretch resistant, lightweight, very waterproof, doesn't absorb water, dries quickly, PFAS-free Cons: Creases develop holes, expensive, doesnt pack down very small, some colors are see- through for those who want privacy in their tent Silnylon Silnylon is a nylon ripstop material impregnated with silicone to waterproof it
For added comfort, the helmet comes with extra Coolmax padding and can be upgraded with an optional winter kit and Vista visor for UV protection
Theres also a rigid front pocket with small pouches that were handy for storing smaller items like pencils, a voltage tester, and a small torpedo level