Icaro NeroHero Full-Face Helmet Made of Genuine Carbon Fiber, Comes with a Visor

A Helmet: Art, Science, and Technology

The NeroHero helmet was designed by Ignazio Bernardi, with technical guidance from Italy’s leading helmet designer.
Creating a new helmet is a long-term process. It begins with a prototype made of wood and plaster, sculpted like a work of art with all the traditional skill of Italian craftsmanship.
Once perfected, it is scanned to create a 3D file, which can be used for computer simulations, color testing, and detailed design. After being refined, this file is then used to program the CNC machines that cut the molds for the outer shell and the polystyrene liner.
This is just the beginning: the process continues with manufacturing, assembly, quality control, testing, and packaging. The result is attractive and technically flawless. In short, 100% Italian style.

Two sizes of outer shells, made of lightweight, durable carbon fiber

As part of our ongoing commitment to user safety and comfort, we have introduced and certified a second carbon outer shell specifically for the largest sizes.
The smaller version is for sizes 53–59, and the larger version is for sizes 60 and 61.

What are the advantages of a full-carbon shell?

Carbon fiber is the most prestigious material for a helmet’s outer shell, being lighter and more high-performance than polycarbonate and fiberglass.
Carbon fiber provides optimal shell strength for greater safety, particularly during high-speed impacts. In fact, the NeroHero helmet is built using the same technology as that used in military applications.
The helmet’s lighter weight reduces neck strain and the risk of whiplash, which also contributes to safety.
These tangible benefits are enhanced by the unique appearance of carbon fiber, which makes NeroHero a striking, attention-grabbing piece—without the need for additional graphics: the beautiful texture of the fiber and its cool, sleek color make it appealing in its own right.

Polystyrene

In a helmet, the inner shell made of expanded polystyrene is essential for its shock-absorbing function, and on the NeroHero website, this layer is very thick, allowing it to pass the rigorous tests required for EN 966 certification.
These include impact absorption tests, during which deceleration is measured upon impact with flat surfaces and curbs, as well as penetration tests using a pointed cone.
See below for more information on the certification, as well as a link to a video.

Visor

This helmet always comes with a visor.
Three visor colors are available: clear, tinted brown, and mirrored.
Please note that the mirrored visor is particularly delicate.
All our visors are fog-proof, scratch-resistant, and offer full UV protection.
The visor’s cushioned closure system is precise and effective—an Icaro 2000 exclusive. It allows for continuous adjustment without fixed intermediate positions. This way, during flight, the pilot can choose the desired level of ventilation: from an almost airtight seal when fully closed to a fully open position.

Visor Fastening System

The visor’s damped closure system is precise and effective—an Icaro 2000 exclusive. It allows for continuous adjustment, with no fixed intermediate positions.
This way, in flight, the pilot can choose the desired level of ventilation: from a nearly airtight closure to a fully open position.
This mounting system is also essential for ensuring that the aluminum disc does not protrude more than 5 mm beyond the outer shell, which prevents the paraglider’s lines from catching on the helmet.
An O-ring located inside the aluminum disc provides the necessary friction to adjust the visor’s position smoothly and continuously.

Sizes with interchangeable padding

We have introduced a cap made from high-tech Coolmax fabric, which enhances comfort by wicking sweat away from the head and allowing it to evaporate quickly, keeping you cool and dry.
Every NeroHero helmet features a label that guarantees the use of this renowned new fabric, which is also soft to the touch and makes the helmet even more comfortable.

A helmet’s size is determined by the inner circumference of the comfort padding.
The size number corresponds to your head circumference in centimeters, which you can measure using a flexible tape measure.

Five cap sizes are available:

for the largest helmet, marked with a label:

XL = size 61
L = size 60

for the smallest helmet, which has a label that reads:

M = size 58–59
S = size 56–57
XS = size 53–55

The cap is quick and easy to replace for a better fit.
If the helmet doesn't fit perfectly, we can send you new padding free of charge.
Another major advantage of this internal padding system is that you can easily remove it and replace it with new padding, or simply wash it.

Airflow Inside the Helmet

There are two small openings at the front and two at the back of the helmet, as well as two large vents between the internal padding pieces. These features ensure good ventilation for the head inside the helmet.

Micrometric chin strap

The sturdy chin strap can be easily adjusted with millimeter precision.
To release the strap, simply pull the red tab.
The strap is padded with soft, comfortable fabric.

A really cool string holder

We have added a new plastic protective component that complements the helmet's aerodynamic profile and prevents accidental damage.

EN 966 Certification

Weight

Full carbon: 790 grams
The weight of a carbon helmet has a tolerance of +/- 50 grams, due to slight variations in the amount of resin applied to the shell layers.
Keep in mind that our top priority is safety, followed by weight.

Manual

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Italian quality

All of our helmets are created by Italian designers, manufactured in Italy using Italian materials and technologies, assembled in our workshop in Laveno by qualified Italian staff, and certified by an Italian company.
It would be less expensive to move production overseas. We prefer to do everything ourselves, here in Italy, for one reason: quality, which is synonymous with safety and user satisfaction. Our quality isn’t just a slogan—it’s proven by tangible results. Our hang gliders and helmets are used by top pilots who have racked up an impressive number of world championship victories.
And you can see that quality in action. We invite you to visit our workshop and watch our team at work on the helmets.

Drawings and Technical Specifications

About this unusual name, NeroHero

It’s not always easy to find the right name for a product. It needs to reflect its technical and visual characteristics, be accessible to Italian and international readers, and, above all, reflect the approach of the company that manufactures it.
We wanted to call the helmet “Bullet,” but that name had already been used for another aviation product. We asked our friend and editor Henry Neuteboom to give us a hand. He suggested “NeroHero,” and we loved the name right away.
In fact, Henry works on all our texts—writing, editing, and translating them.
Check out his website,WriteNow:
Highly recommended.

What Our Customers Say

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I'm Francisco ........., how are you?
I just wanted to let you know that I'm very happy with the NeroHero; I think it's the best helmet with the best visibility for the new harnesses we're using.