MET has updated its Trenta road cycling helmet with 24 vents, a rounder internal shape and a new MIPS system. Sigma Sports lists the Trenta 2 MIPS at £280. If you already own a Trenta, the biggest reasons to upgrade are the revised fit and airflow. The new helmet is actually 10g heavier in a medium.
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What’s changed on the MET Trenta 2 MIPS?
MET has increased the vent count from 17 to 24 and enlarged the internal channels that carry air through the helmet. The new design also reduces the area that sits against your head. If your current helmet feels stuffy on long summer climbs, those are the changes you’re most likely to care about.
The more rounded internal shape could suit riders who feel pressure at the sides in the original Trenta. Both generations use MET’s Safe-T Orbital retention system. On the Trenta 2, you can adjust the tension around your head, the height of the rear cradle and how it sits against the back of your head. The front vents also double as a place to dock your sunglasses.
MET Trenta 2 MIPS vs the original Trenta MIPS
| Feature | Trenta 2 MIPS | Original Trenta MIPS |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed weight, medium | 260g | 250g |
| Ventilation | 24 vents and larger internal channels | 17 vents and internal channels |
| Fit system | Safe-T Orbital with a rounder internal profile | Safe-T Orbital |
| Rotational impact system | MIPS Air Node Pro | MIPS C2 |
Does the Trenta 2 have an independent safety rating?
The Trenta 2 uses dual-density EPS foam, extends coverage at the rear and introduces MIPS Air Node Pro, which is designed to help manage rotational motion in certain impacts. An independent safety rating applies to the exact helmet tested. If you’re comparing results, look for the Trenta 2 MIPS by name in the Virginia Tech Bicycle Helmet Ratings.
Two premium road helmets to compare before spending £280
- Specialized S-Works Prevail 3. The open structure and large airflow channels make it a direct rival for riders who prioritise ventilation. Cyclingnews reports a Virginia Tech STAR score of 8.64. Compare Specialized S-Works Prevail 3 prices.
- Giro Aries Spherical. Giro lists the medium CE version at 270g, close to the Trenta 2’s 260g, and reports a five-star Virginia Tech result for the Aries. Compare Giro Aries Spherical prices.
Should you upgrade to the Trenta 2?
If your original Trenta fits comfortably and already keeps you cool enough, I’d keep it. The £280 Trenta 2 is easier to justify if you’re shopping for a replacement and the rounder shape feels better, or if you regularly overheat on long climbs and want a helmet with more room for air to circulate. Try it alongside the Prevail 3 or Aries if you can. How evenly each helmet sits around your head is likely to matter more on a long ride than a 10g difference on paper.
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