Until now, lightweight full-face helmets were generally found in the extended cross-country segment. Lightweight, well ventilated, ideally suited for enduro adventures, but not for downhill use. Dainese now wants to change this with the Linea 01. The Italians have the ambition to combine low weight with high safety standards so that a downhill helmet can be left on during a climb. After all, helmets always belong on your head and not on your rucksack or handlebars - even in the downhill department. Dainese not only wants to promote permanent wearing with low weight but also with 29 ventilation slots. However, high protection also has its price: the Linea 01 costs 280 euros.

The new Linea 01 is the flagship model in Dainese's current return to mountain biking. In the early years of the sport, the Italian company was once the top dog in downhill racing. Some may still remember Philippe Peraki's futuristic appearances at the World Cup races. Then things went quiet around Dainese and the company concentrated more on its roots, motorcycling, and later also on ski racing with airbag technology. Now Dainese wants to return to the single trail and downhill track with high ambitions. The Linea 01 is therefore complemented by the Linea 03 open face helmet (including integrated Recco search functions and TwiceMe chip with health data). There is also a discreet but high-quality clothing line (with partially integrated protectors), gloves, goggles and knee pads. According to Dainese, this is the first line in a long-term commitment to mountain biking. The company is highly motivated to become a relevant part of the sport again.