MET Launches Trenta 2 Road Helmet at $350
The new helmet brings MIPS Air Node safety and airflow upgrades from the Trenta 3K Carbon to a non-carbon, more affordable model.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Cycling
MET has released the Trenta 2, a road helmet priced at $350 or 300 euros that includes a soft helmet bag. The helmet is the non-carbon version of the Trenta 3K Carbon and carries the same MIPS Air Node system.
Why it matters
The Trenta 2 offers cyclists the safety and airflow features of MET's flagship helmet at a lower price point, with the company positioning it as a more affordable all-rounder. It gives riders a lower-cost route into the brand's MIPS Air Node technology.
The helmet weighs 260g in size M and has 24 open ventilation ports connected by continuous internal channels, with a dual-density EPS foam construction. Its manufacturer-claimed airflow and safety gains over the Trenta 3K Carbon are 16% and 40%, respectively.
The players
MET
MET is an Italian helmet and cycling protective gear manufacturer known for its wind-tunnel-tested road and time-trial helmets.
The details
The Trenta 2 was optimized in MET's own wind tunnel and uses a minimalist MIPS Air Node system with reduced contact with the head. It is available in sizes S, M, and L and in four solid colors: white, black, grey, and red.
Timeline
Last fall: MET revamped the Trenta 3K Carbon helmet.
November 3, 2026: The Trenta 2 is released and available now.
Roadmap
The Trenta 2 follows MET's revamp of the Trenta 3K Carbon last fall, carrying its MIPS Air Node system into a non-carbon model. It extends that flagship's technology to a lower price point, reflecting a trend of premium cycling safety features trickling down to more affordable helmets.
Riders shopping for a road helmet in the $350 range now have an option with MIPS Air Node and 24 ventilation ports without paying for carbon construction. The soft helmet bag included in the price adds practical value for transport and storage.
The takeaway
Cyclists comparing helmets should weigh the Trenta 2's lower price against the Trenta 3K Carbon's carbon construction and check sizing before buying. Verifying fit in person or through a retailer's return policy is a practical step given the three available sizes.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Bikerumor.
