Unbelievable.
We
think
the
D3O
technology
is
something
else.
Check
out
the
Sky
News
video
below.
Manufacturers
Description
This
is
probably
as
close
as a
beanie
hat
can
come
to
providing
impact protection. It'll obviously never challenge a proper helmet - and is not intended too - but given that some riders won't be persuaded to wear a hard hat until it's too late, this may be the next best thing.
The story is a simple one...
beanie specialists Ignite decided to line some of their hats with d3o filled panels. d3o is a malleable yet impact-resistant wonder-material that's increasingly making a name for itself in body armour and shoes.
Its 'intelligent molecules' structure is soft and squidgy to a light touch but stiffens up (to the point of becoming bouncy) when subjected to sudden impacts.
Please
Note
D3O
does
not
conform
to
any
safety
standards
and
should
not
be
worn
in
place
of a
helmet.
We
do
not
advise
that
you
attempt
to
"test"
the
D3O
beanies
out
by
deliberately
attempting
to
inflict
pain
on
yourself
or
your
friends.