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Trek Charge WaveCel Cycling Helmet with NTA 8776 eBike certification, integrated Flare rear light, BOA fit system, Fidlock buckle and improved ventilation.
Trek Charge WaveCel Cycling Helmet with NTA 8776 eBike certification, integrated Flare rear light, BOA fit system, Fidlock buckle and improved ventilation.
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TREK Charge WaveCel Cycling Helmet in Matte Dark Star

£99.00 £149.99 34% off
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TREK Charge WaveCel Cycling Helmet in Matte Dark Star

Brand:Trek

Code:48440BLK

City cycling can be a bit of an adventure. Busy junctions, unpredictable traffic, the occasional pedestrian who appears to have forgotten bicycles exist... there's plenty to keep an eye on. The Trek Charge WaveCel Cycling Helmet has been designed with all of that in mind, combining advanced impact protection, built-in visibility and some genuinely clever everyday features. It's a helmet that takes urban cycling seriously, without making you look like you're preparing for the start line of a professional road race.

The Charge features Trek's latest WaveCel technology, designed to help manage both direct impact forces and rotational energy during certain cycling accidents. It's also NTA 8776 certified for higher-speed eBike use, bringing an additional level of tested protection to your daily commute. An integrated Trek Flare rear light helps make you noticeable from up to 400 metres away during daylight, while improved ventilation keeps the air moving when your journey gets a little energetic. Add the precision of a BOA fit system, the convenience of a Fidlock magnetic buckle and a practical Blendr mounting system, and you've got a helmet that's been thoroughly thought through. Trek has even made fastening it almost suspiciously straightforward. Quite useful when you're already running five minutes late.

Key Features

  • Advanced WaveCel Protection – Trek's cellular impact management technology is designed to absorb linear forces and help manage rotational energy during certain cycling impacts

  • NTA 8776 eBike Certification – Tested to the higher-speed eBike helmet standard associated with speeds up to 45km/h, providing protection designed for S-EPAC use

  • Integrated Trek Flare Rear Light – Included rear light helps improve visibility to approaching road users during everyday cycling

  • Up To 400 Metres Daytime Visibility – Flare daytime running light is designed to help other road users notice you from a considerable distance under suitable conditions

  • Improved WaveCel Construction – Updated impact management technology combines advanced protection with a more refined helmet design

  • Enhanced Ventilation System – Increased airflow helps keep your head comfortable during commuting and longer journeys

  • BOA Fit System – Precision adjustment dial provides a secure, personalised fit with a simple turn

  • Fidlock Magnetic Buckle – Clever magnetic fastening system makes securing and releasing the chin strap quick and straightforward

  • Blendr Magnetic Mounting System – Integrated mounting arrangement supports compatible Blendr lights and GoPro cameras

  • Daytime Running Light Integration – Rear lighting sits neatly within the helmet's design without relying on improvised attachments

  • Urban-Focused Helmet Design – Clean, understated styling is designed specifically for commuting and everyday riding

  • eBike Commuter Compatibility – Developed with the demands of electric-assisted cycling and urban transport in mind

  • Comfortable Adjustable Fit – BOA retention system allows fine adjustments to help keep the helmet correctly positioned

  • Refined Strap Adjustment – Updated strap hardware makes finding a comfortable fit more straightforward

  • Lightweight Construction – Updated design reduces weight compared with the previous-generation Charge WaveCel helmet

  • Moisture-Wicking Comfort Padding – Interior padding helps manage perspiration and maintain comfort during everyday cycling

  • Reinforced Bike-Lock Vent – Dedicated reinforced opening provides a practical way to secure the helmet to your bike with a suitable lock

  • Four-Star Virginia Tech Helmet Rating – Independently evaluated helmet protection, earning four stars in Virginia Tech's bicycle helmet testing programme

  • Trek Crash Replacement Guarantee – Eligible original owners can receive a replacement helmet following a crash within the first year of ownership, subject to Trek's terms

  • Everyday Commuting Features – Combines integrated lighting, practical adjustment and advanced protection for regular urban riding

The Trek Charge WaveCel is the sort of helmet that makes everyday cycling feel a little more considered. Advanced impact protection takes care of the serious engineering, the integrated rear light adds useful visibility and the BOA and Fidlock systems make getting ready to ride wonderfully straightforward. It's comfortable, practical and full of details that genuinely make sense on the road. Trek has clearly thought about the challenges of commuting, right down to making sure the person behind you has a better chance of noticing you're there. Unfortunately, they haven't developed a feature that makes traffic lights turn green as you approach. Maybe next time.

Buying guide

Standout Feature

WaveCel Impact Protection Technology

Trek's WaveCel technology is a clever piece of engineering hidden inside the Charge helmet. Instead of relying solely on conventional foam, it uses a collapsible cellular structure designed to help manage both linear impact forces and rotational energy during certain accidents. The cells are engineered to flex, crumple and absorb energy, providing another approach to helmet protection. It's sophisticated technology doing a very serious job, thankfully without requiring you to understand the physics before leaving the house.

The updated WaveCel construction brings improved airflow and reduced weight, helping make the Charge more comfortable for everyday riding. It's also supported by NTA 8776 certification for higher-speed eBike use, reinforcing Trek's focus on urban cycling protection. Hopefully, you'll never need to discover exactly how clever WaveCel really is, but it's reassuring to know the engineering is there.

Sizing Information
SizeCircumference (in)
S20.1" – 22.4"
M21.3" – 23.6"
L22.8" – 24.8"
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