Team Polti VisitMalta extends its partnership with KASK and KOO for two more seasons

One of Team Polti VisitMalta’s longest-standing technical partners has renewed for another two years. We’re talking about KASK, the Chiuduno-based company from Bergamo that has been revolutionizing helmet design, development and production since 2004. Their expertise spans across multiple sports, including cycling, skiing, mountaineering, horse riding, rescue services and general safety sectors. In 2016 KASK expanded its innovation into eyewear with the launch of KOO, a line of cycling glasses and ski goggles.

Still under the leadership of founder Angelo Gotti, these two brands represent internationally recognized Made in Italy excellence, as demonstrated by prestigious awards such as the IF Design Award, the ISPO Award, the Red Dot Design Award, the Eurobike Award, and the 100 Eccellenze Italiane.

The ProTeam led by Ivan Basso and the Contador brothers has access to KASK helmets that have made history: from the Protone Icon, which offers the perfect balance of performance, aerodynamics and safety, to the Valegro, known for its lightweight and ventilation. From the Utopia Y, where speed and comfort meet excellent ventilation, to the aerodynamic revolution brought by the Mistral, Bambino Pro and Bambino Pro Evo – the ultimate ITT helmets.

While the helmet partnership dates back to 2020, KOO Eyewear has been supporting the team since 2018 with its high-tech sunglasses. Alongside the iconic Demos, known for its smooth lines, comfort and ventilation, and the Alibi, appreciated for its half-frame design that enhances the athlete’s field of vision, the latest addition to the brand stands out: Hype. Featuring a bold design with large front and side ventilation openings, Hype ensures constant airflow.

“We are thrilled to support Team Polti VisitMalta with both our brands,” says Valentina Albani Rocchetti, Sponsorship and Event Manager at KASK and KOO. “Our collaboration has been going on for several years and we’ve witnessed the rapid growth of their organization and athlete quality, from their days in the Continental category to their solid establishment in the Professional ranks. Continuing this journey together is a great source of joy and pride for us.”

Echoing her words, Team Polti VisitMalta’s General Manager Fran Contador adds: “We are delighted to extend our agreement with a dual partner with whom we share an increasingly close relationship and mutual trust. This makes working together much easier. It’s a pleasure for us to equip our riders with KASK and KOO, carrying these top-tier brands worldwide.”

And what do the riders think? In an interview on the team’s official channels last summer, young star Davide Piganzoli had no doubts in calling KASK helmets “among the best on the market.” That sentiment is echoed today by Polti VisitMalta veteran Diego Sevilla: “We’ve been working with them for many years and I feel more comfortable every season, it’s a wide range of helmets and glasses that combine aesthetics with top-tier quality. The helmets are the best out there and the glasses have improved significantly in recent years, we’re lucky to have these two brands at our disposal!”