Invention fundamentally depends on an anticipation of the direction in which culture is moving.

Cycling, once a specialised pursuit, has expanded to become a part of a diversity of lifestyles and identities. Movement is expressive, active and spontaneous. The city is opening up. Moments of joy and stillness, risk and immersion, permeate into the everyday.

Ventete aims to inspire and equip this cultural change.

Ventete makes products for contemporary movement. The Ventete aH-1 helmet is the first in the brand’s lineup of high-performance products that aim to elevate the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Ventete began with a technical design focus to create a helmet that could fold down and fit in your pocket. This simple idea gave rise to an intricate engineering solution - a patented pneumatic structural system that uses pressurised air to responsively absorb impact forces. 

Ten years on, the system demonstrates industry-first innovations in high-precision fabric welding and polymer moulding. The result is premium head-protection designed for the demands of how we move.

The aH-1 embodies Ventete's commitment to design excellence, material precision, and a focus on user experience. The helmet has been acknowledged by prestigious industry awards:

Red Dot: Luminary Award 2024
The Red Dot: Luminary is the highest distinction within the Red Dot Award, awarded to a single project from the 100 Best of the Best winners chosen from thousands of global entries. The jury recognized the aH-1 for its innovation, craftsmanship, and emotional impact.

ISPO Award 2024
The Ventete aH-1 garnered both the Overall Jury's Choice and Retailer's Choice at ISPO 2024. Described as “an intriguing concept and a stunning example of innovative product design,” the jury praised it as an essential for urban commuters seeking protection.

Design Intelligence Award - Gold Award 2024
The aH-1 received the Gold prize from over 8,000 entries. The Design Intelligence Awards committee celebrated not only the project's technical skill but also a keen understanding of social, cultural, and economic relevance.