The Troy Lee Designs Stage 2 has been unveiled as a new full-face helmet for enduro and eMTB riders, with adjustable cheek pads, Mips Integra Fuse and an estimated weight of 690g. The successor to the original Stage gets a completely new chassis, with ventilation and fit adjustment central to the redesign.
For riders using motor assistance to squeeze more descents into a ride, the appeal is straightforward: full-face coverage in a helmet intended to stay comfortable between the steep bits. TLD’s launch specification looks promising, although we have not ridden in the Stage 2 and its cooling and comfort claims still need a trail test.
What is new on the Troy Lee Designs Stage 2?
The Stage 2 uses a polycarbonate outer shell, with a polycarbonate chin bar and visor supplied by LG Chemical. Inside sits a dual-density EPS liner: the impact-absorbing foam uses two densities. TLD lists 12 intake vents and 13 exhaust ports, alongside revised forehead ventilation intended to improve airflow.
The 690g figure in the launch kit is explicitly an estimate, and the document does not identify the size weighed. It is a useful early indication of the helmet’s focus, but not a measured weight or a like-for-like comparison with another full-face.
Mips Integra Fuse explained
The main change inside is Mips Integra Fuse. Mips describes this as a low-friction layer moulded onto the inside of the energy-absorbing liner, allowing the comfort padding to move in certain angled impacts. The intention is to help reduce rotational motion transferred to the head.
Mips says that integrating the layer into the liner avoids adding stack height, helping preserve room for fit and ventilation. Its role is distinct from the EPS foam, which absorbs impact energy.
TLD lists CE EN1078, CPSC 1203, ASTM F1952, ASTM F2032, AS/NZS 2063 and NTA 8776 certification for the Stage 2.
Adjustable pads and room to stow eyewear
The Dri-Lex cheek pads have three fore-and-aft positions, while the neck rolls offer three vertical positions. That gives riders a way to alter where the padding contacts the face and the back of the head. Whether it produces a secure, comfortable fit will still depend on your head shape, so trying one on remains worthwhile.
There is also a new Fidlock magnetic buckle, which TLD says can be operated with one hand. The visor has three positions and incorporates storage for goggles and glasses, a useful detail when a climb gets warm or you stop to regroup.
Three size groups are listed: XS/S for a 54–56cm head circumference, M/L for 57–59cm and XL/XXL for 60–63cm. TLD’s measurement guidance is to run a fabric tape around the head just above the eyebrows and ears.
Troy Lee Designs Stage 2 UK price and availability
A UK retail price and confirmed UK on-sale date were not supplied with the announcement. At the time of writing, the official UK Stage 2 collection page showed no products, so the global launch should not be read as confirmation that UK stock is available.
For eMTB riders considering a full-face now, our best full-face MTB helmets guide covers existing trail and bike-park options. If you are still deciding how much coverage suits your riding, our MTB helmet guide explains the different helmet types.
Troy Lee Designs Stage 2: quick questions
Is the Stage 2 aimed at eMTB riding?
Yes. Troy Lee Designs explicitly includes eMTB riders in the Stage 2’s intended audience, alongside enduro and downhill riders. Its ventilation, adjustable pads and eyewear storage are intended to make full-face coverage more practical across a whole ride.
Has Electric MTB UK tested the Stage 2?
Not yet. This launch report is based on Troy Lee Designs’ announcement and specifications, checked against its public information and Mips’ explanation of Integra Fuse. The 690g weight remains a manufacturer estimate.