AERODYNAMIC BENEFITS
The result of two years of development and numerous indoor and outdoor tests, the Wingdream takes the studies of aerodynamics applied to cycling helmets to a new level, improving the management of turbulence at the athlete's back, as well as its air penetration coefficient. Wingdream's unique shape directs the airflow towards the athlete's shoulders, enhancing your aerodynamics.
Wind tunnel tests results show a massive energy savings of almost 10 watts which translates to about four seconds saved every 10 kilometers!
"The world of helmet development is similar to Formula One: it requires engineering creativity, 3D studies, prototypes, wind tunnel tests, and athlete testing. There is a lot of research behind a product like this, which is subjected to continuous verification by the UCI and certification bodies. And, of course, there are significant economic investments. Many models currently available on the market do not feature holes. Both Wing and Wingdream, however, have central holes to ventilate the cranial cap area. Our challenge was precisely to create a helmet that allowed good aerodynamic savings, but at the same time was also comfortable. Managing head temperature is crucial: cyclists push at speeds over 45 km/h for 40 minutes during a time trial, triathletes even longer. The advantages of aerodynamic penetration are quickly nullified if there is excessive head heating."
Norberto FavaHead of Helmet Production & IndustrializationRudy Project S.p.A.
"We performed an independent test of the Rudy Project Wingdream Aero helmet recently and the review, seen below from our Fast or Fiction YouTube channel, features 5 athletes being tested using their own aero helmets against the WingDream (because those helmets had already tested fastest for them). The results speak for themselves. They’re not a surprise as the design was a collaboration with SwissSide, who certainly know their stuff and have their hand in many new aero-related products you might not realize."
"As always, this was a completely independent test. Not paid, not sponsored. Rudy Project did send the helmet for us to test (we usually buy the products ourselves) with the understanding we’d post the results no matter what. They didn’t even get a preview of the video. They’re finding out it’s out at the same time all of you are."
Jim / ERO Sports