Fox Racing has launched its all-new Rampage RS (Race Spec) pro-level mountain bike helmet, which has already been worn to victory at two UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cups by Jackson Goldstone and Tahnée Seagrave.

At launch, Fox highlights that “as the first pro-level downhill helmet to feature the Mips® Integra Split system, the Rampage RS is lighter and more aerodynamic than its predecessor and exceeds current industry protection standards.” The brand also points out that the Rampage RS is “spec’d to meet the demands of downhill and gravity athletes alike”.

Revolution and evolution

The Rampage helmet arrived on the scene in 2006 and has seen many iterations, including introducing a carbon fibre shell in 2013, becoming known as the ‘RPC’ (Rampage Pro Carbon), and adopting Mips rotational management technology in 2021.

Since its debut almost 20 years ago, the Rampage helmet has earned multiple accolades along with a reputation for being one of the most protective helmets in the professional paddock.

The acronym RS stands for Race Spec in Fox Racing’s product naming convention and refers to the extensive list of features like the Mips Integra Split system, which enables fit adjustability, tuned foam densities to protect against high and low-speed impacts, and maximum ventilation.

“Gravity experiences have always influenced the direction of what’s expected from the Rampage,” says Mikey Rangel, Director of Marketing at Fox Racing. “Today, athletes are going faster, but the protection standards aren’t keeping up. In addition to improving fit, weight, and aerodynamics, we drew on our internal organisational knowledge of protection standards by analysing race data and by applying other testing standards from the e-bike and moto disciplines. Our goal is to push the protection conversation forward with and for our athletes, knowing that positions us best for our consumers.”

Safety testing and certification

The Rampage RS meets a combination of the e-bike certification (NTA-8876) and the European helmet safety standard for motorcyclists (ECE 22.06) specific to the chin bar.

The e-bike certification tests the crown impact at a higher speed and a lower failure threshold than the standard specification for helmets used for downhill mountain biking (ASTM F1952). ECE 22.06 tests the chin bar impact at a higher speed and uses different failure criteria than ASTM 1952—G-force instead of deflection.

• The Rampage RS is spec’d at 250 grams lighter and 5% more aerodynamic than its predecessor.
• Revised head form, now consistent with the standard Rampage, Proframe, and Speedframe, offers more sizing, from XS to XXL, to maximise on-bike comfort.

Additional features include a lightweight carbon-fibre shell construction, two-position visor for GoPro compatibility, and removable/washable ionic+ comfort liner and cheek pads. Available in two colours and retailing for $699.95 (US), the Rampage RS includes a clip-on mud visor, GoPro mount, thicker cheek pads and liner to fine-tune your fit, extra hardware, and a premium carrying case.

Fox has announced that the all-new Fox Speedframe open-face trail helmet, featuring the same head form as Fox’s previous Speedframe helmet, is now available.

We are pleased to announce that the Speedframe RS has just been ranked as the number 1 helmet in Virginia Tech’s safety ratings, with the Speedframe Pro in second place – Fox

Fox Speedframe Helmet Range 2025

Speedframe RS equipped with Mips® Integra Split, BOA and Fidlock: €249.99/£224.99

Speedframe Pro equipped with Mips® Air Node, BOA and Fidlock: €179.99/£164.99

Speedframe with Mips® Evolve Core and 360° Fit System: €109.99/£104.99

Each model features an integrated sunglasses holder and a one-hand adjustable visor.

Sizes: S, M, L

For more, visit the Fox website.

Fox Racing is expanding its helmet line with the addition of the Crossframe Pro for XC and gravel riders.

Incorporating numerous premium features and technology partners, the visorless helmet is designed for endurance mountain bike and gravel riding experiences.

Mickey Rangel, global marketing director, said: “Our passion for dirt runs deep, and it’s the core of who we are. We recognise that our riders seek top-tier protection and performance, and now more than ever riders and their short-travel or gravel bikes are pushing the boundaries with long endurance rides combined with aggressive descents.

“The Crossframe Pro and (recently launched) Flexair Ascent products offer uncompromising protection and functionality while embodying the distinctive style that defines us.”

The most discernible element of the Crossframe Pro is the well-ventilated, visorless design, a first for for the brand.

Venting has been optimised and channelled, in-moulded EPS to provide efficient cooling while rubberised TPU vent inserts keep eyewear securely stored when not in use.

Inside the Crossframe Pro there is a MIPS liner with a BOA fit system as well as dual density Varizorb EPS foam for improved impact protection and a secure fit.

The helmet also features a removable Ionic+ liner, and a Fidlock magnetic Snap helmet buckle.

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Complimenting the Crossframe Pro helmet, Fox released the Flexair Ascent riding gear earlier this year.

This is Fox’s most lightweight and form-fitting collection, built to perform in competitive or long endurance days in the saddle.

Crossframe Pro is available in three sizes, S, M and L. It comes in six colours: white, vintage white, black, black camo, purple and olive green and retails at £189.99.

Fox Racing has expanded the Union mountain bike shoe line.

The new Union Canvas features the same performance as the Union Flat shoe but with the casual styling of a durable canvas upper.

It features a low profile, custom-tuned EVA midsole which provides an improved grip and feel when pedalling, while the toe cap protects against rock strikes.

Custom hex shaped lugs engage with flat pedal pins to deliver improved control on the bike

In terms of combining on-bike power transfer with off-bike comfort, the internal stiffening plate optimises both for versatility.

Like all shoes in the Fox Union range, the Union Canvas shoes feature a proprietary Ultratac rubber sole with an engineered tread pattern designed to provide increased grip and durability.

The Union Canvas utilises a lace closure with front elastic strap lace-keeper system

Sizing and fit is the same as the rest of the Union line, ranging from 37-47 EU with half sizes available from 41-46.

The shoe comes in four colours: Black, Red. Grey, Olive Green and Mocha Brown and is available to order at an RRP of £109.99.

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Earlier this month, the brand announced the renewal of the partnerships and ongoing commitment to its five Diamond bike parks: BikePark Wales, Pal Arinsal Bike Park in Andorra, Avoriaz Bike Park in France, Verbier Bikepark in Switzerland and Bikepark Leogang in Austria.

The brand is marking this continued involvement, investment and support by creating new features at each of the bike parks, highlighted by the use of the iconic Fox Head logo.

In Avoriaz there’s the Fox Table, Leogang the Fox Jump, Pal Arinsal the Fox Step-Up, Verbier the Fox Wallride, and in BikePark Wales the Fox Step-Down.

The Fox Step-Down at Bike Park Wales is one of the main features on the Boomslang trail.

Fox’s Hit The Park series of events are also set to continue. This is a day where anyone can ride with their favourite Fox riders, including Greg Minnaar, Andreu Lacondeguy, Nina Hoffmann, and Kaos Seagrave.

Fox Racing has announced the renewal of the partnerships and ongoing commitment to its five Diamond bike parks: BikePark Wales, Pal Arinsal Bike Park in Andorra, Avoriaz Bike Park in France, Verbier Bikepark in Switzerland and Bikepark Leogang in Austria.

The brand is marking this continued involvement, investment and support by creating new features at each of the bike parks, highlighted by the use of the iconic Fox Head logo.

In Avoriaz there’s the Fox Table, Leogang the Fox Jump, Pal Arinsal the Fox Step-Up, Verbier the Fox Wallride, and in BikePark Wales the Fox Step-Down.

The Fox Step-Down at Bike Park Wales is one of the main features on the Boomslang trail.

Bike Park Wales describes it as “a black run like no other”.

“It’s got a great variety of terrain packed into one run. With some speedy slalom berms at the top sending you down into the infamous Fox lillypad. From there you dive into what can only be described as the best berms in Wales.

“These steep curving corners bring you down into the start of the woods and this is where things get spicy. We’ve left the line choice here wide open so there is a lot to take in, it’s steep, off camber and in the right conditions, loam for days.

Fox’s Hit The Park series of events are also set to continue. This is a day where anyone can ride with their favourite Fox riders, including Greg Minnaar, Andreu Lacondeguy, Nina Hoffmann, and Kaos Seagrave.

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To celebrate the new features, Fox have organised a ‘Fox Bike Park Shoutout’ giveaway competition.

Fans and riders post their best picture from one of the Fox Diamond Bikeparks on their Instagram account, mention @foxracingeurope and include the hashtag #foxbikepark.

The winner will not only have their image showcased by Fox, but they will also win a €500 voucher to spend on the Fox Europe/UK website (ends Tuesday, October 31).