Admittedly, the inflated hood does look a bit dorky, despite the lovely Swedish model wearing it. Then again, helmet head could become a thing of the past once the Hövding takes off. Another stylish aspect of this space-saving design is that its shell is interchangeable, allowing bikers to match the collar with their outfits.

I would run out and get a Hövding immediately, but there are two problems. One: it's sold only in Sweden and the United Kingdom. Two: it currently retails for around $560.


Once the price comes down for the Hövding, do you think you'd buy it to augment or replace your travel gear? Tell us in the comments!