New road bike helmetBBB presents the Cycling Karma model with MIPS

Matthias Borchers

 · 05.03.2026

BBB Cycling Karma Mips
Photo: BBB Cycling
BBB Cycling launches the Karma MIPS as a new road bike helmet. The model weighs 260 grams in size medium and has 25 ventilation openings with internal air channels. The MIPS Air Node System is integrated into the padding. The helmet costs 179 euros and is available in five colours, including two metallic versions.

The Dutch manufacturer BBB Cycling presents the Karma MIPS. The road bike helmet weighs 260 grams in the medium size. The in-mould construction consists of a PC shell and EPS foam, and its 25 ventilation openings are designed to reliably cool the head on hot days. The Omega adjustment system positions the helmet securely on the head and can be adjusted using a dial.



MIPS system and price

BBB Cycling Karma Mips
Photo: BBB Cycling

The MIPS Air Node System is located in the padding and is designed to protect against rotating impact forces. The helmet complies with the EN-1078 safety standard and is designed for men and women. BBB Cycling offers the Karma MIPS in five colours, two of which are metallic. The price is 179 euros.

Technical data

The BBB Cycling Karma MIPS is available in three sizes: S (51-55 cm), M (55-58 cm) and L (58-61 cm). The stated weight of 260 grams refers to the medium size M. The construction combines a polycarbonate shell with EPS foam in an in-mould design for optimum protection and low weight.

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Matthias Borchers is an expert for clothing and accessories in the test department of TOUR. As an amateur cyclist, he has completed the TOUR-Transalp and the TOUR-Trans Austria. His reportage trips from San Francisco to Sakai and 17 trips to the Tour de France with around 30,000 motorhome kilometres are also formative.

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