FARO Mips
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Size Chart
If between sizes, go for M.
Size
Oval Head
Round Head
S
20.5 – 21.7
in
20.5 – 21.3
in
M
21.7 – 23.4
in
21.3 – 22.8
in
L
23.4 – 24.4
in
22.8 – 23.8
in
Helmet sizes are based on the circumference of your head. To determine the correct size, use a soft tape or string to measure around your head —
just above your eyebrows and around the widest part at the back.
Make sure the tape wraps the full circumference from front to back
Two head shapes affect helmet fit:
Oval Head
More common in occidental regions. Longer front to back and narrower side to side.
Round Head
More common in Asian regions. Similar width and length for a more balanced look.
How to measure your head
Learn how to measure your head to choose out your ideal helmet size.
Which visor is best for you?
Clear
Suited for low-light
conditions
conditions
100%
UV Protection
5
Self-aligning
Magnets
Magnets
Rest Position
Panoramic View
Tinted
Suited for sunny
conditions
conditions
100%
UV Protection
5
Self-aligning
Magnets
Magnets
Rest Position
Panoramic View
Adaptive
Suited for any
weather conditions
weather conditions
100%
UV Protection
5
Self-aligning
Magnets
Magnets
Rest Position
Panoramic View
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1-Year Warranty
Your new FARO Mips
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1-Year Warranty
Your new FARO Mips
Buy FARO Mips
Our award-winning urban smart helmet. Ultimate protection with Mips, crash detection, and integrated lights.
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Crash Replacement
AURA includes 12 months of Standard Coverage
at no extra cost. Want to upgrade?
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You can upgrade within 10 days
of your purchase.
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UNIT 1 Coverage.
Terms & Conditions.
1. Introduction
This Crash Replacement Program (the ‘Service’) is operated by Unit 1 Gear, Inc., its subsidiaries, assigns, directors, members, agents, attorneys, staff and/or authorized partners (collectively, ‘UNIT 1’). Please read these terms and conditions (the Terms) carefully. By accessing and using this Service, you indicate your acceptance of these Terms.
If you do not accept these Terms please do not access and/or use this Service.
We may update these Terms at any time. Please review the Terms regularly to ensure you are aware of any changes. Your continued access to and/or use of this Service after changes have been made to the Terms indicates your agreement to be legally bound by the updated and/or amended Terms.
2. Coverage
2.1. Standard Coverage
Cost: free, included with every helmet purchased directly from UNIT 1 or an authorized Reseller.
Duration: 12 months.
Crash Replacement Discount: 30% off.
2.2. Premium Coverage
Cost: one-time fee dependent on helmet model.
Duration: 36 months*.
Crash Replacement Discount: 70% off.
2.3. Unlimited Coverage
Cost: one-time fee dependent on helmet model.
Duration: 36 months*.
Replacement Helmet: 100% off (free).
3. Eligibility
The Standard Coverage is automatically included with every helmet purchased directly from UNIT 1 or an authorized Reseller. The Premium and Unlimited Coverages are optional upgrades eligible only for customers purchasing directly from UNIT 1. These upgrades can be selected at the moment of purchase and up to 10 days after the purchase.
4. Scope
The Crash Replacement Program applies exclusively to: FARO Urban Smart Helmet, AURA Urban Smart Helmet, NEON Urban Smart helmet, and SPARKY Junior Smart Helmet. Accessories such as Remotes, visors, or Smart Lights are not included.
SPARKY Helmet is not a connected helmet and does not include Bluetooth connectivity or Crash Alert. Its eligibility for Crash Replacement does not require crash detection activation.
5. Conditions for Validity
For a crash to be valid under the Crash Replacement Program the following conditions must be met:
- Customer must have a valid, active Coverage (Standard, Premium or Unlimited).
- Customer must document the crashed unit following guidelines set forth by UNIT 1.
- Customer must have an Order Number or Receipt for the crashed helmet. SKU in the order must match the damaged unit being claimed.
- For FARO, AURA, NEON the crash must register on the Crash Alert feature in the helmet and the customer’s app.
- For SPARKY, this condition does not apply. The customer must simply document the crash following the guidelines below.
6. Mechanics
To claim a replacement, customer must:
- Provide the original receipt or order number to UNIT 1.
- Document the damaged helmet extensively, as per the below Guidelines for review.
- If requested, ship the helmet back to UNIT 1 for verification, at their cost.
7. Documentation Guidelines
In order to document the damaged unit for a valid claim under this Program, customer must provide UNIT 1 with:
- 1 (one) high-resolution video showing the damaged helmet in detail, including legible internal labelling.
- 6 (six) high-resolution photos showing the damaged helmet from top, left, right, bottom, front and rear.
- 1 (one) high-resolution photo showing the helmet’s internal labelling.
8. Non-Refundable
The Crash Replacement Program is non-refundable unless UNIT 1 cannot provide a replacement helmet within 40 days of a valid claim being made by the customer.
9. Availability
UNIT 1 cannot guarantee availability of the original helmet color or style. Replacement options are subject to stock availability at the moment the claim is made. In any case, UNIT 1 has the discretion to provide the customer with a similar or superior helmet to the damaged unit.
10. Liability
By using this service you acknowledge helmets have a limited lifespan and must be replaced after 36 months even if the helmet shows no visible signs of damage and hasn’t been involved in a crash. You further acknowledge a helmet past its 36 month lifespan is no longer usable and may not protect you from impacts as intended.
By using this service you also acknowledge that a helmet may be damaged during a crash since it is the intended function of the helmet and that this does not entail a valid reason for a warranty claim.
By using this service, you, along with your heirs, executors, administrators and/or assigns waive any and all claims or causes of action of any kind arising out of your participation in the Service and/or the use of UNIT 1’s Products; and release and forever discharge UNIT 1 from any physical or psychological injury that you may suffer as a direct result of your participation in the Service and/or the use of UNIT 1’s products. You further agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless UNIT 1 against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, or otherwise brought by you or anyone on your behalf, including attorney’s fees and any related costs.
*3 years / 36 months is the widely accepted industry standard for the lifespan of a cycling helmet. Even if no crashes are sustained during that period or if the helmet doesn’t show visible signs of damage, the impact absorbing capabilities of the helmet may be diminished, which is why cycling helmets need to be discarded and replaced after 36 months.
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UNIT 1 App Access
USB-C Charging Cable
FARO
Frequently asked questions
Yes, all our Helmets + Lights + UNIT 1 Remote are 100% waterproof.
Depending on your settings (since FARO is highly customizable), the battery can last between 2 to 10 hours of riding.
FARO's next-level safety approach will not only protect you during a crash but will also make you visible to help prevent crashing in the first place. FARO combines an ABS hard shell with an EPS Liner for optimal impact protection and complies with the major international safety certifications: CPSC & EN1078. It also includes Mips As an optional add-on: A low-friction liner that improves impact absorption on rotational collisions.
Yes, FARO has Crash Detection. In the event of an accident, FARO can detect a hard impact and, if you fail to respond to our safety check, send out an SOS text with your location. Once a hard crash is registered by the onboard accelerometer (mild bumps won’t trigger this), a safety check timer will go off in our App. If the rider doesn’t respond, the SOS is sent to the emergency contact you have selected in the App. The safety check timer and even the SOS message are both customizable. The phone screen doesn’t have to be on for this feature to work but the App must be open (with Crash Detection active). If you need help setting this up, check this tutorial in the App section.
Mips is a security system that improves a helmet's performance during rotational impacts (which are the most usual kind). Essentially, it's a special low-friction liner that can slightly rotate in any direction at the moment of impact, absorbing some of the impact's energy. All in all, it makes the helmet safer (cause the helmet is already safe, to begin with). You can read more about Mips here!
Each light feature on FARO has a different 'job': the top lights are smaller but well focused and very powerful (for visibility from further away), while the hidden light is much bigger but not as powerful (for communication with drivers closer to you). Combined, FARO has over 500 lumens to make you visible with a massive light footprint.
No, unfortunately, visors are not compatible with FARO at the moment.
FARO
Tech Specs
Weight
22.58 ounces (640 grams)
Medium size
Ventilation
5 Fixed Vents
4x Top
1x Rear
E-bike Certifications
FARO meets international safety standards CPSC and EN 1078.
Construction
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): Hard shell for external protection
EPS (Expanded Polystyrene): Impact absorption layer
Fabric: Hidden Light integration
Polyester: Comfort padding
Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant
Rated IP67 (protected from dust and water-resistant up to 1 meter for 30 minutes) according to IEC standard 60529
Lights
Front, Hidden and Rear
Battery
1500mAh with variable runtime
depending on settings (2)
External Buttons, connectors and parts
Power Button
Charging Port
Mips Safety System
FIDLOCK® Magnetic Buckle
Fitting System
Sensors
3-axis Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor (2)
Connectivity
Seamlessly connects to the UNIT 1 App via Bluetooth 5.0 for enhanced control and customization.
In-app Features
Crash Alert (3)
Customizable Lights
Weather Mode
Battery Tracking
Battery Save Mode
UNIT 1 Remote synchronization
Smart Lights synchronization
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