The new MET Revo in a short review

The MET Revo has recently become available as the latest MTB offspring from the Italian manufacturer. We had the opportunity to get our hands on the helmet some time in advance and also to try it out on the trail - and on our heads.
In addition to the MET Parachute full-face helmet, the Revo is listed as a dedicated enduro helmet on the MET homepage, making it the top model in the trail helmet series.

Packed with features, the helmet is designed not only to suit a wide range of head shapes and provide ventilation like a gentle breeze, but also to offer high protection thanks to the Mips Air System and NTA 8776 certification.
We can't provide invasive crash or destruction tests, but we will share some practical impressions with you - after a brief theoretical overview.

From my years of experience with a wide variety of mountain bike and road bike helmets, I would like to point out right at the beginning that the choice of helmet naturally depends primarily on head shape and individual preferences. For me personally, in addition to fit as the most important factor, weight in relation to protective functions is also crucial; because, of course, an enduro helmet is heavier than a lightweight road bike or XC helmet, but in contrast, it offers significantly more protection in crashes on terrain where roots and rocks are frequent companions.

When it comes to technology, a lot has changed in recent years. Casual features like Fidlock buckles or the close-fitting, adjustable Y-distributors on the straps have become standard for high-end helmets. Nothing is more annoying than a helmet that generally fits well, but whose strap distributors constantly open and shift.
And many of us know the feeling when the loose strap end flutters against your chin in the wind while riding. MET has done many things right in this case. Everything sits as it should.
The 360° strap system can be well adjusted to the shape of the head, and the adjustment dial can be easily operated with one hand. The height adjustment in the neck area is hidden under the MIPS padding, but once set, it is something that rarely needs to be readjusted.

The visor sits relatively high on the helmet but still fulfills its purpose. We were able to test this multiple times during our photo shoot in the forest and were surprised ourselves at how significant the difference is between the levels or without the visor in terms of sun glare.
The visor features a triple height adjustment, where moving it upwards is very easy, while resetting it downwards is best done via the upper mounting point of the visor to avoid anything getting stuck.
In the event of a crash, the visor detaches thanks to a safety mechanism.

After numerous test rides, I would summarize my conclusion as follows: The MET Revo is a modern trail and enduro helmet, packed with features.
I was anything but a fan of the first MIPS generations. However, the thin and lightweight Air version sits much more comfortably on the head than the earlier versions. Personally, I would prefer a slightly wider contact area on the forehead, but this could also be because I usually ride with a bandana, and the 58 cm head circumference with a bandana is at its limit.
Overall, the MET is quite comfortable to wear, especially as the ventilation leaves little to be desired for a helmet in this class. The visor, adjustability, goggle garage, and Fidlock round off the solid overall package nicely.