Over the weekend, the new Rudy Project Wingdream time trial helmet got its official rollout on the heads of Bahrain Victorious at the Giro dItalias stage 7 TT. From the side, it looks downright normal for a time-trial helmet. But head-on, its bell-shaped flare cuts a unique profile that Rudy Project says will make you fasterRudy Project Wingdream time trial aero helmet View this post on Instagram A post shared by Team Bahrain Victorious (@teambahrainvictorious)We already got a sneak peek at the new Rudy Project Wingdream in camo. Sneaking in back in the UCI aero helmet controversy at Tirreno-Adriatico over some of the many spaceship-inspired TT helmets. The sharp-edged Wingdream slipped pretty much under the radar. Plus, Rudy Project didnt tack on any of the dubious extras, not focused on rider safety, that sparked the UCIs ire. (Giro photos by Sprint Cycling/Rudy Project)Yet, Rudy Project says the helmets unique shape can save a rider almost 10 watts compared to the previous Wing model, equivalent to 4 seconds per 10km, or more than a minute over an Ironman distance (of 180km). At a constant 200W rider output for that full distance, Rudy Project says the new Wingdream would cut 5 minutes & 6 seconds off a riders time vs. a traditional road helmet.The official Giro debut doesnt really reveal too much detail besides the riders getting the Team Bahrain Victorious colors. But theres also a bit more backstory.Aero TT helmet R&DBahrain Victorious has worked with Rudy Project since 2016. And the new Wingdream is the product of 2 years of R&D to improve over the short-tailed Wing.The new helmet opts for a more open lower half of the shell. It gets straight edges compared to the previous curving shape meant to tuck against a riders shoulder and back. The result of the more open design is apparently even better direction of the turbulent airflow over the riders shoulders and back for superior aerodynamic penetration.Rudy Project says rider safety is still the first concern with the new Wingdream with conventional strap, buckle & dial retention.But they also recognize that aero helmets must deliver ventilation to keep a racer from overheating whether during a 40-minute TT or several hours in a triathlon. So it gets a single open front vent. Rudy Project Wingdream Not just yet availabilityThe pros have been racing in it all season, and the Giro saw its official release. But, the new Rudy Project Wingdream TT helmet wont actually be available to consumers until October. When it does come into grasp this coming autumn, the Wingdream will be offered in 2 sizes and in 2 color options. RudyProject.com & RudyProjectNA.comThe post Rudy Project has a Dream, a Time Trialing WingDream Helmet Debuts at the Giro appeared first on Bikerumor.