Linear Response Protection™ is Newton-Rider’s patented helmet architecture — designed to manage both linear and rotational impact forces through its flexible multi-pad construction.
Better Rotational Force Protection in Cycling Helmets – Newton-Rider N1neo
The N1neo helmet is engineered to reduce rotational forces during an impact — a major factor in concussions and brain injuries.
Unlike traditional EPS helmets, which rely primarily on hard-shell rigidity, the N1neo uses a semi-soft, flexible structure combined with our patented linear protection. This design allows controlled movement during an impact, dispersing rotational energy before it reaches the head.
Key benefits
- Patented semi-soft & flexible shell design
- Linear protection reduces rotational acceleration
- Tested to EN 1078 protocols with superior performance
- More comfortable fit for daily use
Related: See our overview of a semi-soft & flexible bicycle helmet.
Related: Linear protection · Better concussion protection · Wider-range absorption
Key takeaway: Linear Response Protection™ is not limited to linear impacts. N1neo's nine independent pads and flexible liner are designed to respond to impact energy from initial contact across a broader spectrum of impact forces, incorporating both linear and rotational components — without relying on an additional slip liner.
