Overview
Key FeaturesKey Features Learn More
Key Features
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Wide BrimWide Brim
Wider than traditional helmet visors, the front and outward extension protects riders from sun damage and reduces glare. Size may vary by brand or helmet style.
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Dial AdjustabilityDial Adjustability
Featuring an adjustable dial at the back of the helmet, these can either be tightened or loosened to correct minor helmet fitting issues and create the perfect fit.
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Removable LinerRemovable Liner
These helmets have liners that can be removed for easy cleaning or to adjust fit.
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Customizable OptionsCustomizable Options
These helmets allow you to personalize your helmet with front, back, or top inserts in numerous colors and patterns that show off your individual style.
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Round ShapeRound Shape
These helmets are the most comfortable option for riders with a rounder-shaped head. Click here to determine your head shape.
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Oval ShapeOval Shape
Riders with an oval-shaped head will feel most comfortable in these helmets. Click here to determine your head shape.
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Universal ShapeUniversal Shape
These helmets can fit any head shape through changing of liners, dial adjustability, or various shell sizes so you can find the right fit for your head's size and shape.
Safety MeasuresSafety Measures Learn More
Safety Measures
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ASTM/SEI CertifiedASTM/SEI Certified
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) writes widely known safety standards, then an independent testing laboratory called the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) ensures that manufacturers design helmets that are up to par. The ASTM/SEI testing standard requires impact and retention tests, as well as a visor test to make sure that the visor breaks away or flexes without injuring the face.
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European CertifiedEuropean Certified
European standards are put together by a committee comprised of representatives from countries in the EU. In addition to impact, retention, and visor tests, these safety standards demand that helmets withstand penetration and crushing. The inclusion of the latter two tests is thought to produce safer helmets than those only certified to ASTM standards by SEI.
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SNELL CertifiedSNELL Certified
The Snell Foundation uses what is considered the most demanding testing procedure for riding helmets. Their tests include all aspects of the other certifications but with more stringent standards. Snell drops the helmets from a greater height during the impact test onto a variety of differently-shaped anvils, has the highest crush resistance rating, and ensures the helmet offers sufficient head coverage without sacrificing the rider's field of vision.
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MIPSMIPS
MIPS, or Multi-Directional Impact Protection System, is an additional layer embedded in some helmets to reduce strain on the brain upon a fall. When the helmet makes contact with a surface, the low-friction MIPS layer allows the head to move 10 to 15 mm in all directions to dissipate impact on the brain.
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ERT FoamERT Foam
ERT, or Energy Reduction Technology, consists of soft polymer pads incorporated into the helmet design that mitigates rotational and linear impact. With the motto "Softer is Safer", ERT works immediately and is most effective with lower-impact falls.
The KEP Italia Cromo Shine 2.0 Wide Polo Visor Riding Helmet is the evolution of the Cromo helmet, designed and manufactured in Italy. Cromo 2.0 gives you access to additional customization options; including an innovative mechanical interlocking system that allows for the replacement of both the front and rear inserts, as well as the visor in a few simple steps. The Cromo 2.0 can use a regular visor, a wide visor, or attach a smooth seam to make your helmet a skullcap. The outer shell is lightweight and impact-resistant thanks to the polycarbonate in-molding design. The KEP air control system in Cromo 2.0 is enhanced with additional ventilation slits at the back. Take control over your airflow with the adjustable vent. Simply slide the KEP logo up to open the front vent, and slide it down to close the vents for colder riding days. The hand-stitched leather strap maintains a five-point attachment design for a more stable fit. The new padding, with improved comfort and breathability, is in soft fabric made from eco-green materials. Jockey visor provided; additional visor, liners, and insert options available for purchase.
Like the original Cromo helmet, the Cromo 2.0 has removable and washable liners, available in a variety of size options per shell. Get the perfect fit with no more icky, smelly helmets!
With a continued focus on safety, Cromo 2.0 has an integrated microchip, positioned under the front insert that allows you to upload your health details using the KEP app. In case of an emergency, this information can be provided to first responders and may help speed the provision of needed first aid. The flexible visor aids in minimizing the chance of the rider's head or neck reaching the ground at odd angles which can increase the risk of injury. The Cromo 2.0 is the first equestrian helmet to, also, be certified on asphalt for skateboards, skates, non-motor bikes, e-bikes, and scooters.
Details
- Highly Customizable
- Flexible Visor
- Closable Front Vent
- Can Be Worn as Skullcap, Regular Brim, or Wide Brim
- Lightweight and Impact-Resistant Shell
- Enhanced Air Flow / Ventilation
- 5-Point Attachment Leather Harness for Stability and Safety
- Improved Padding
- Microchip and App Enabled
- 100% Italian Design and Manufactured
- Additional Visors and Liners Available
- Inserts Available in Variety of Styles
- Weight: Size M -500 g (about 18 oz.); Size L535 g (about 19 oz.)
- Certifications: CE VG1 01.040 2014-12, ASTM F1163-15, ISO 9001, EN 1384: 2012
Additional Information
Custom KEP Helmets:
Interested in creating your own custom KEP helmet? Check out the KEP Helmet Configurator and send us the details of your design to place your order.
Cleaning:
KEP Italia helmets are supplied with a KEP CLEAN cloth, which is recommended for cleaning the helmet. For daily cleaning, use a damp KEP CLEAN (or any other soft, clean cloth) and leave the helmet to dry naturally at room temperature. The internal lining, made up of one fully detachable element, can be cold washed by hand or in the washing machine. Avoid the use of all chemical detergents or solvents, especially for the shell of the helmet.
Maintenance:
When not in use, it is best to store the helmet away from direct sunlight and from heat sources and it is recommended to replace it in its original packaging. Store the helmet in a position from which it is unlikely to fall to prevent the helmet from taking any avoidable knocks that may damage the helmet and reduce its protective capacity.
It is important to check your helmet often to ensure that there is no damage, such as cracks, detached parts, deformations, peeling or color alterations that may indicate significant deterioration of the helmet. Irrespective of any signs of deterioration, it is recommended to replace the helmet after 5 years because the protective capacity diminishes over time due to the aging of materials. The exact age of the helmet is indicated inside, under the lining, on a plate (not to be removed under any circumstances) which contains all the specific information for each helmet, including date of production.
If you come across cuts, scratches or any other type of damage, it is recommended that you contact KEP Italia to have the helmet examined before any further use. For safety reasons and to maintain conformity with certification, only the Italian headquarters of KEP Italia are authorized to dissemble, assemble, repair or replace the parts of the helmets. For the correct procedure for requesting the inspection, full check, repair or replacement of parts of a helmet, please refer to the retailer from whom the helmet was bought, who will set up all the procedures necessary.
KEP Italia Helmet Replacement Policy Provisions:
- Discount available for new KEP Italia helmet after riding accident/incident that would require replacement
- Discount percentage varies by years of ownership:
- Under < 1 year since purchase: 50% discount
- Over > 1 year, but less than 2 years since purchase: 30% discount
- Over > 2 years since purchase: NO DISCOUNT
- Process for requesting discount:
- Return damaged helmet and all details related to damage to Riding Warehouse
- Include receipt of original purchase
- Riding Warehouse will ship damaged helmet to KEP Italia for inspection
- KEP Italia will certify that the helmet is no longer suitable for riding
- KEP Italia will communicate with Riding Warehouse post-inspection
- Riding Warehouse will provide discount on replacement helmet
- KEP Italia will ship replacement helmet to Riding Warehouse
- Riding Warehouse ships replacement helmet to you!
- No subsequent helmet replacements permitted (allowable only once in rider’s lifetime)
Sizing
Sizing Guide:
KEP Italia produces helmets with an external shell available in two sizes, M or L. Eight different sizes can be inserted inside the M shell, from 51 to 58, while those from 59 to 62 can be inserted in the L shell. But it is not enough that the helmet is the right size, it must also adapt to the shape of the head.
It is possible to insert small shims inside the helmet designed to perfectly adapt the helmet to the rider's head (which can be oval, round, or egg-shaped) and which can be inserted in front, behind, or on the sides of the helmet, always internally. Precisely for this reason KEP Italia has created twelve pads for oval heads (typical in Europe) and twelve pads for narrower heads (typical of North America and Canada).
Size Charts:
| Medium Shell | |
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| CM | IN |
| 51 | 6 3/8" |
| 52 | 6 1/2" |
| 53 | 6 5/8" |
| 54 | 6 3/4" |
| 55 | 6 7/8" |
| 56 | 7" |
| 57 | 7 1/8" |
| 58 | 7 1/4" |
| Large Shell | |
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| CM | IN |
| 59 | 7 3/8" |
| 60 | 7 1/2" |
| 61 | 7 5/8" |
| 62 | 7 3/4" |
