ABUS Taipan Gravel Elite Helmet in Graphite Silver

Taipan: The Taipan combines the advantages of ABUS road helmets with the versatile requirements of the gravel lifestyle. With this "Made in Italy" gravel helmet, you can ride where the tarmac ends – and the adventure begins.

YOUR HELMET. YOUR RIDE. YOUR ADVENTURE.

Gravel is more than just cycling – it's a feeling of absolute freedom. No rules, no limits, no "you have to". Just you, your Taipan and endless possibilities.

Freedom begins where the tarmac ends

Pure escape: Get out of everyday life and into adventure. Whether it's a sunrise ride or an after-work session – the feeling of simply setting off is priceless. The Taipan gives you maximum flexibility: thanks to the Eyewear Port, Light option and washable pads.

Challenge accepted: Steep climbs, interval training on gravel, the next podium finish – are you looking for a sporting challenge? With its low weight, aerodynamic straps, 18 ventilation openings and a clever air cooling system inside the helmet, the Taipan is your partner for sweat-inducing top performance.

Soul ride: Rediscover your favourite childhood trails or cruise through the countryside for hours with friends – the Taipan brings the feeling of childhood freedom back into your everyday life. A precise fit is essential so that you can indulge in this feeling: thanks to the discreetly widened inner helmet shape with space for thicker padding and individually adaptable adjustment system with Ponytail Fit, the helmet feels like a second skin.

Technologies

• Lower edge protection: polycarbonate (PC) outer shell covers the lower edge of the helmet and protects against scratches, impacts and signs of wear and tear
• Ponytail Fit: thanks to the opening in the height-adjustable adjustment system, the helmet is also suitable for long hairstyles such as ponytails, buns, or braids
• Front Eyewear Port: defined recess on the front of the helmet to position glasses in a secure and aerodynamic holding position while riding
• Acti Cage™: allows larger ventilation openings combined with high stability thanks to foamed-in structural reinforcement
• Reflector Sticker: for better visibility in the dark
• Forced Air Cooling: the ventilation openings are connected to each other via channels on the inside to guide incoming air through the helmet and thus ensure maximum air circulation and a pleasant head climate
• Rechargeable, magnetic Rear Light (optional): the separately available light for better visibility is attached to the back of the helmet using magnets and can be charged with a USB-C charging cable
• Zoom™ Spin adjustment system: rotary wheel at the back of the head for individual adjustment of the helmet to the head size
• Flow Straps™: aerodynamic straps for low flow resistance, less noise and high wear comfort
• Floating Pad: padding on the inside of the helmet, which is clicked into place via several attachment points, making it more flexible and offering better ventilation and greater wear comfort
• Removable, washable pads: can be removed and washed by hand or replaced if necessary
• Push-in buckle: for safe and practical handling, the straps are fitted with a classic chin lock (three-pronged connection) for opening and closing
• In-mould process: production process in which the inner cushioning material made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) is foamed directly into the outer shell made of polycarbonate (PC) – this creates a durable and robust connection

Specification

• Small: 51-55cm / Medium: 54-58cm / Large: 57-61cm
• Weight: 275g (Medium)
• Peak: No
• Back Light: No
• Visor: No

DELIVERY

Delivery to mainland UK addresses are free for orders over £40. Except when you choose delivery to a third party (Click and Collect) there is a charge of £5.95 to cover some of the additional cost the couriers charge for this service. If you choose to collect from Fawkes warehouse there is no shipping charge.

There will an additional charge for deliveries to Highlands and Islands. 

RETURNS TO FAWKES

Whether it’s a jersey that doesn’t fit, or the colour is not quite right, sometimes you’ll need to return items to us.

If an item is 'as new' and has not been used or fitted in any way, you can return it to us by post within 90 days of delivery for a refund. Please ensure that the goods are returned in their original packaging and are in an unused condition.

Please click HERE to print and then complete the returns form and include it inside your parcel.

If you wish you can use our Royal Mail Returns service please follow the instructions on the link below to return your parcel to us.

Royal Mail Returns Service

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

Customers need to pay the cost of return delivery unless the item is faulty and this will be deducted from your refund, currently £3.95.

If your have a large item e.g. Child seat, Bike, trailer etc. please contact our customer service team at Guy@fawkes-cycles.co.uk to arrange the best way to return your item, the cost will be deducted from your refund.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free or promotional items you are sent, and you will be charged if they are not returned.

UNWANTED ITEMS

If you change your mind on your purchase, you have a full 90 days to return it for a refund. All Goods must be unused, in a saleable condition and in their original packaging with all labels still attached.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

There are some exclusions to our 90 day returns policy, which are detailed below:

Nutritional products or those with a best before date must be returned within 28 days*

Any customised items such as wheel builds cannot be returned*

GPS systems such as sports watches or cycle computers can only be returned if unregistered*

For hygiene reasons, any intimate garments such as facemasks, underwear and swimsuits can only be returned if the items are faulty.

*Unless faulty

If you wish to return your item for a refund, please follow the returns procedure above.

We try our best to process all refunds within 14 working days. We'll refund your item via your original payment method.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free items you are sent, and Fawkes may charge you for this item if you fail to return it

FAULTY ITEMS

If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, then please contact us with photographs of the issue before returning any goods - we may be able to solve your problem without you incurring any further inconvenience.

If you find a fault with your item, send it back to us and we'll take a look at it as soon as we can. Items sent back to us will undergo an inspection and it may be necessary to send the item away to the manufacturer to confirm the fault. If we confirm a manufacturing fault, we'll happily replace or refund it.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping. 

Faulty items should be returned within a reasonable time and in a clean and dry condition. PLEASE NOTE, WE WILL NOT PROCESS DIRTY ITEMS.

Please enclose all your details and a covering note explaining the fault and any other useful details.

We'll try to get back to you within 14 working days of receipt of your parcel, although during busy periods this may take slightly longer.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

We reserve the right to recharge return carriage on items where no fault is identified.

Customer Service Email: Guy@Fawkes-Cycles.co.uk

Please contact us for our Payment & Security policy.