Sweet Protection Unveils the All-New Tucker III 2Vi® Mips Helmet

April 9, 2026

Shaped by close collaboration with Uno-X Mobility Cycling

Broomfield, Colorado (April 9, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Engineered for speed and designed to take the lead, the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips is Sweet Protection’s most advanced aero road helmet to date, developed and proven at the highest level of WorldTour racing. Shaped by close collaboration with Uno-X Mobility Cycling and refined across a full global race calendar, the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips combines cutting-edge aerodynamic engineering, lightweight construction, and race-validated safety technology. Emphasizing safety, comfort, and speed, this specifically designed helmet is for going fast while conserving energy and enhancing overall performance when breaking away from the pack.

Making Its Debut at the Tour de France 2025

The Tucker III 2Vi® Mips made its first appearance at the Tour de France 2025 where Jonas Abrahamsen of the Uno-X Mobility Cycling Team claimed an impressive stage victory while wearing the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips. Engineered for high speeds and solo breakaways, the helmet features reduced drag, optimized ventilation, and a perfect fit with its 4-shell construction and 360 Occigrip Fit System. Tested and proven in the world’s most prestigious cycling race, the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips is built for riders who want to lead the way.

Experience The Thrill

Developed in close collaboration with the Uno-X Mobility Cycling Team and engineered with expertise from a Formula 1 aerodynamicist, the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips aero helmet is optimized for breakaways, solo efforts, and sprints. Designed to perform at speeds between 45 km/h and 50 km/h, the helmet has undergone extensive wind-tunnel testing and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, with every detail tailored for drag reduction and maximum speed.

At the heart of this innovation lies a shared mission between Sweet Protection and Uno-X Mobility Cycling: to push performance forward without ever compromising protection. The Tucker III 2Vi® Mips builds on this partnership, alongside other cutting-edge products like the Falconer 2Vi® Mips and Redeemer 2Vi® Mips time-trial helmet, reflecting trust, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence on the road.

“What we found was that most of the time trial focussed helmets, we’ve seen an increasing uptake of in road races, were performing well in a head down position. However, as that’s not really a position that’s sustainable for more than a couple of seconds in road races. And that we on average, found it to be faster to tuck your head while looking forward. It was a no-brainer to design around optimal performance in this sort of position.“ – Casper Von Folsach; Performance Coach at Uno-X’s Cycling Teams

Global Season, One Unified Team

As the Uno-X Team looks ahead to the 2026 season, the scope and ambition of the project are clearer than ever. The team will compete across 365 race days, starting on 17 January in Australia at the Tour Down Under and concluding on 18 October in China at the Tour of Guangxi.

On the men’s side, the focus is firmly on the Spring Classics, while continuing to build on the team’s Grand Tour momentum. With debut appearances at the Giro d’Italia and the Vuelta a España, the objective is to add further stage victories across the Grand Tours, alongside targeting another strong overall general classification performance at the Tour de France. On the women’s side, the focus is on continued progression and consistency at the highest level. The team is targeting competitive general classification performances at both the Giro d’Italia Donne and the Tour de France Femmes as key objectives for the 2026 season.

Growing Together: From Continental Roots to WorldTour Reality

This long-term vision mirrors the evolution of Uno-X Mobility Cycling’s partnership with Sweet Protection. From the early Continental years to full WorldTour reality, both brands have grown side by side, united by a shared pursuit of performance and safety. Since 2019, Sweet Protection has supported every step of the journey: from advancing the men’s team through the ranks, to launching the women’s WorldTour squad, and ultimately competing at the very top of the sport with both teams.

“It’s important for us to work with teams that share our commitment to raising standards; with Uno-X Mobility we’refocused on creating the safest, fastest, best-performing products to train and race around the world. It’s a privilege to be part of Uno-X Mobility’s success story and to see the riders compete and win, and this partnership is central to our global growth strategy, further fueling our momentum.” – Erik Hegbom, General Manager, Sweet Protection

Safe, Light, and Versatile

The new Tucker III 2Vi® Mips helmet delivers outstanding ventilation with optimized front vents, an advanced internal airflow structure, and a rear duct that efficiently expels fast-moving air. The low-profile design features a straight cut-off at the back and a four-shell construction for a snug fit. The slight chamfer minimizes turbulence to enhance aerodynamic efficiency. The combination of superior ventilation and a precise fit ensures longer, faster, and more comfortable rides.

Weighing just 320 grams (Size M/L), the Tucker III 2Vi® Mips offers top-level protection through 2Vi® technology and the Mips® system, which reduces rotational forces in the event of a crash. Integrated eyewear storage and optional Snap-on Covers provide extra comfort and enhanced aerodynamics. Certified to EN 1077 and CPSC 1203, the helmet delivers confidence and peace of mind on every ride.

Colors to Match Every Style

Now available, the helmet comes in a range of classic and seasonal colors, including Burnt Brown, Bronco White, Light Lilac, Matte Black, and Satin White.

Tucker III 2Vi® Mips:

• 2Vi® technology for maximum safety
• FAST Aero Road helmet with optimized ventilation
• Integrated eyewear storage
• 4-shell construction with 4 impact shields
• Mips Air Node for rotational protection
• 360 Occigrip Fit System, ponytail compatible
• Snap-on Covers to further reduce drag
• Weight: 320g (M/L)
• Certified: CPSC 1203 & EN 1077
• MSRP: $349.95

About Sweet Protection

Sweet Protection combines industry-leading innovation with the finest craftsmanship to create the most advanced helmets, goggles and technical apparel in ski/snowboard, bike and paddle sports. The company was founded in 2000 by a tight-knit group of skiers, snowboarders, paddlers and cyclists in Trysil, a mountain village in Østerdalen, Norway. Since their beginnings, they have pursued the goal of both ensuring the safety of athletes and inspiring them to push their own boundaries – from World Cup ski racers to the weekend warriors.

More information: www.sweetprotection.com