Bike helmet reviews
Shopping for new bike helmets? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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POC Cytal helmet review: the carbon winged lid with a sky-high price tag
It's safe, cool-running and aero, but POC's latest road helmet is so expensive it's hard to justify a purchase
By Andy Turner Published
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A reasonably priced homage to an iconic helmet: The Giro Cielo helmet reviewed
A solid, no-frills helmet from American brand Giro with a fun bit of history behind it.
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Smith Optics Trace MIPS review - packed with safety features yet still breathable
We check out the the brand's best selling road bike helmet to see what all the fuss is about
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Abus Gamechanger 2.0 helmet review - why is Mathieu van der Poel still wearing the old model?
It may have already won four Tour de France stages with Jasper Philipsen, but what is it really like to ride?
By Joe Baker Published
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Trek Ballista MIPS road bike helmet review
An aero option that offers both premium safety and premium quality
By Charlotte Broughton Published
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POC Ventral Tempus MIPS Review - A helmet for riding in the rain, and being seen
Bright, light and comfortable, but not cheap
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Met Manta MIPS helmet review - low profile and price for an aero lid
This lid received an aero redesign, MIPS liner for added safety protection, and is still remains a great value option
By Andy Turner Published
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Specialized Tone MIPS helmet review - no unnecessary extras and an equally minimalist styling
An excellent urban helmet designed for people who want affordable comfort and safety during the morning commute
By Adam Jones Published
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Bollé Halo React MIPS helmet review - high quality commuter lid with integrated lights
The famous French manufacturer’s top-of-the-range commuter helmet blends classic styling with a host of contemporary features that tick all the right boxes for today’s eco-conscious rider
By Adam Jones Published
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Kask Utopia Y - we test the aero model's latest iteration
A high-quality aerodynamic road helmet that looks the part and performs very well
By Charlotte Broughton Published
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MET Rivale MIPS helmet review - a little bit of everything
A lightweight, airy, aero and protective helmet that's really competitively priced
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Kask Sintesi review - a great mid-range all-rounder, aside from having no glasses port
The Kask Sintesi packs in premium features and a respectably low weight - it would be a perfect mid-range option if not for its lack of stowability for sunglasses
By Joe Baker Published
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Lazer CityZen KinetiCore helmet review - comfortable and safe
The dedicated light mount is cheaper than fully integrating the lights - and gives you a wider range of options
By Andy Turner Published
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Kask Moebius Limelight helmet review - nicely integrated lights but not one for those who run hot
The Kask Moebius Limelight combines strong safety credentials with great visibility, although the ventilation could be improved
By Andy Turner Published
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Giro Ethos MIPS helmet review - indicator lights: great or gimmick?
A feature heavy helmet with some novel integrations. The functionality is flawless but whether it's worth the premium price tag is less obvious
By Andy Turner Published
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Cannondale Junction helmet review - MIPS protection for just $95 / £65
An excellent value-for-money, do-it-all helmet that looks decent and boasts added protection of MIPS
By Emma Silversides Published
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Rapha + POC Ventral Lite helmet review an incredibly light and airy lid with Rapha styling
The Rapha and POC collaboration sees the weight-conscious Ventral Lite road helmet get the Rapha design treatment
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Lazer Vento KinetiCore helmet review - World Tour winning and top-rated safety
Designed to be fastest with your head at an aggressive 15°, whether it was the helmet or mostly the position, I felt like I was gliding
By Andy Turner Published
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Specialized S-Works Evade 3 review – the best yet: aero and comfortable
We review the third generation Specialized S-Works Evade aero helmet, its ventilation and safety technology and ride feel
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Specialized S-Works Prevail 3 review - a safer, airier lid
We review the third generation Specialized S-Works Prevail helmet, its ventilation and safety technology and ride feel
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Bell XR Spherical MIPS helmet review – comfortable do-everything helmet that promises durability
Bell brings Spherical MIPS tech to a helmet that’s aimed at gravel and serious recreational riders who want a lid to last more than one season
By John Stevenson Last updated
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Specialized Align II review - budget friendly helmet brings MIPS to the people
Not only do you get MIPS at an almost unbelievably low price, but this helmet is well made and a good fit too
By Paul Grele Published
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Giro Synthe MIPS II helmet review
The updated Synthe comes with a lower price than the original due to its use of a superseded type of MIPS, but as the 'UItegra' of Giro's range it is still a high-performance road helmet
By Simon Smythe Published
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HJC Valeco helmet review
A great all-rounder, although there are better value options
By Stefan Abram Published
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Giro Helios Spherical review
Giro brings its latest MIPS protection to a premium helmet that's aimed at gravel and adventure riders as well as roadies
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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POC Ventral SPIN helmet review
Featuring an aerodynamic design that maximises breathability and one of the best sunglasses retaining systems out there
By Stefan Abram Published
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Smith Optics Signal MIPS review
Smith Optics latest helmet is aimed at the 'everyday' rider but does it mean budget?
By James Bracey Published
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Abus Macator helmet review
The Abus Macator is the German brand's entry level helmet
By Rupert Radley Published
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Lazer Genesis helmet review
The newly relaunched Genesis is the lightest and most comfortable lid Lazer has ever produced
By James Bracey Published