New POC Amidal: cutting-edge integration and ventilation

POC expands its road and gravel catalog with a completely new helmet that not only aims to improve performance but also integrates key elements such as ventilation, fit, and visibility. The new Amidal arrives as a mid-range option between the brand's most aerodynamic and most ventilated models, but with a clear focus on overall balance and real-world experience.

POC bets on total integration with the new Amidal, a helmet that combines aerodynamics, ventilation, and active visibility

Far from being a simple evolution, the Amidal introduces a concept where all elements are designed from the start as a cohesive unit. This translates into optimized construction, carefully directed airflow, and, above all, the integration of a specific rear light developed in collaboration with Knog.

POC has developed this model from scratch, aiming to combine three key pillars that usually require compromises: aerodynamics, ventilation, and protection.

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The polycarbonate outer shell works alongside an optimized EPS core to provide structural rigidity without penalizing weight. The result is 310 grams in size M under European standards, a contained figure considering the level of integration and protection it offers.

In terms of design, it features a more streamlined silhouette than the brand's purely ventilated models, with a special emphasis on the rear air outlets. These not only help evacuate internal airflow but also reinforce the helmet's structure.

POC maintains one of its most recognizable principles with the active airflow management system. Instead of relying solely on large openings, the Amidal channels air through linear internal ducts that allow for constant ventilation both during prolonged climbs and in high-speed situations.

This behavior has not been left to chance. The helmet has been validated through computational fluid dynamics simulations at various speeds, aiming to optimize both cooling and aerodynamic penetration across a wide range of use.

In practice, this positions it as a valid option for both demanding training and competition in varied scenarios, from urban criteriums to long rides on secondary roads.

Another aspect where POC has focused is on sustained comfort. The 360-degree adjustment system distributes pressure evenly around the head, avoiding pressure points that often arise after several hours of use.

This is complemented by a fully adjustable strap system that allows for precise positioning, especially relevant in helmets with a more closed profile where fit is key to maintaining stability.

The Amidal also incorporates a specific system for placing glasses while riding, a practical solution for long climbs or situations where light changes constantly.

In terms of safety, the Amidal integrates Mips Air Node, the latest version of the well-known rotational impact protection system. This system allows for slight relative movement between the helmet and head during oblique impacts, reducing the forces transmitted to the brain.

However, the differentiating element comes with the integration of the rear light. This is not an accessory added later, but a component conceived alongside the helmet from the beginning.

The light developed with Knog (not included with the helmet) specifically attaches to the Amidal and uses COB technology to provide 30 lumens of power. Positioned at the highest point of the cyclist, it significantly improves visibility compared to traditional solutions located on the seat post or saddle.

It offers four operating modes and a battery life that can reach up to 26 hours in eco flash mode, with USB-C charging and water resistance.

With the Amidal, POC does not seek to replace its current models but to add an option that prioritizes overall balance. It is a helmet that does not stand out solely in one specific area but in how it combines all of them into a coherent whole.

Specifications and Prices

POC Amidal Helmet

• Construction with polycarbonate shell and optimized EPS core
• Mips Air Node system for rotational impacts
• 360-degree fit
• Channelled ventilation with CFD-validated design
• Compatibility with specific Knog rear light
• Weight 310 g (size M, EN 1078 standard)
• Price 240 €

Knog x POC Rear Light (sold separately)

• Power 30 lumens (COB technology)
• Battery life by modes: Steady high 2 hours, Steady low 8 hours, Flashing high 7 hours, Eco flash 26 hours
• USB-C charging
• Water resistant
• Weight 17g
• Price 40 €