Why Choose the KEP Smart Nova

The KEP Smart Nova represents a modern approach to riding helmet design — combining advanced safety engineering, modular versatility, and refined Italian craftsmanship.

Designed and manufactured entirely in Italy, the Smart Nova is built to provide dependable protection, exceptional comfort, and long-term adaptability for riders across all disciplines.

It is a helmet designed not just for today, but to evolve with your riding.

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A Modular Helmet Designed Around You

At the core of the Smart Nova is its modular design philosophy.

Unlike traditional helmets with fixed components, the Smart Nova allows key elements — including the peak and internal liner — to be fully interchangeable. This allows the helmet to adapt to your discipline, fit requirements, and personal preference without compromising protection.

This thoughtful design ensures long-term flexibility and a consistently precise fit.

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Interchangeable Peak System

The Smart Nova’s interchangeable peak system allows you to easily switch between peak styles depending on your riding needs.

Choose from:

  • Cross Country Peak — lightweight and practical
  • Standard Peak — streamlined and versatile
  • Polo Peak — classic styling with increased coverage
  • Skull configuration — minimal profile with no peak

This allows one helmet to serve multiple purposes, providing both versatility and long-term value.

EPS

Advanced Impact Protection

Inside the Smart Nova is a carefully engineered EPS liner designed to absorb and manage impact energy. This liner compresses in a controlled way during an impact, reducing the forces transmitted to the head.

Combined with the helmet’s outer shell and secure fit system, this provides dependable protection that meets major international safety standards.

The Smart Nova is certified to ASTM, and EN 1384 (equivalent to PAS015) safety standards and is approved for use by major governing bodies including British Dressage, British Eventing, British Showjumping, Pony Club, and the FEI.

Lightweight and Comfortable for Everyday Riding

Comfort is essential for both performance and safety.

The Smart Nova is designed to feel lightweight and balanced, reducing fatigue during extended wear. Integrated ventilation channels promote airflow, helping regulate temperature and maintain comfort in all riding conditions.

This ensures the helmet remains comfortable throughout training and competition.

Designed and Manufactured in Italy

Every Smart Nova helmet is designed and manufactured in Italy using carefully selected materials and advanced production techniques.

This ensures consistent quality, precise construction, and refined finish.

KEP Italia’s commitment to engineering and craftsmanship has made them one of the most respected helmet manufacturers in the equestrian world.

One Helmet. Complete Versatility.

The Smart Nova is designed to adapt to your riding, offering a rare combination of safety, comfort, and modular flexibility.

With interchangeable peaks, precision fit, and certified protection, it represents a new generation of riding helmet design.

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