Sweet Protection Fluxer MIPS vs KAV Silvo

The KAV Silvo scored better than the Sweet Protection Fluxer MIPS in Virginia Tech's road lab tests: STAR 8.955 versus 10.481.

Both are road helmets in Virginia Tech's ratings, so their scores compare fairly. Here is how they did in the lab and what each cost when tested.

The verdict

The KAV Silvo scored 8.955 and the Sweet Protection Fluxer MIPS scored 10.481. That gives the KAV Silvo about a 15% better score in Virginia Tech's lab tests.

The KAV Silvo earned 5 stars and the Sweet Protection Fluxer MIPS earned 4.

When tested, both cost $200.

Is the better lab score worth it?

Easy call. The KAV Silvo scored better and cost the same.

Prices are what each helmet cost when Virginia Tech tested it. Check today's price, the exact model and the fit before you buy. Source: Virginia Tech Helmet Lab bicycle helmet ratings. Ratings last checked .

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