Bike helmet reviews

Lazer Bullet helmet review

Looking to give the best of both worlds, the Lazer Bullet offers do-it-yourself ventilation as well as aerodynamics

By Rupert Radley Published 29 August 17

Bell Stratus MIPS helmet review

The Bell Stratus MIPS helmet has lots going on, at a fraction of the price of its main competitors

By Rupert Radley Published 13 October 17

Giro Fathom helmet review

It may be marketed as a mountain bike helmet, but that shouldn’t put you off putting the Giro Fathom through its paces on the road.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 10 January 15

Abus Viantor review

With fast and sleek styling the Viantor is more than 'just' Abus' entry level road helmet

By James Bracey Published 14 September 19

HJC Furion helmet review

The Furion is HJC’s aero road helmet, worn by Lotto-Soudal

By Paul Norman Published 12 October 18

Bell Volt review

By Mike Hawkins Published 25 March 09

Endura Pro SL helmet review

Koroyd adds another layer of safety to Endura's top level road helmet

By James Bracey Published 23 April 20

Rudy Project Racemaster helmet review

The Racemaster is a very comfortable helmet with a great fit system – also available in black or white if you're not keen on the gold velvet of the Bahrain-Merida team.

By Symon Lewis Published 30 March 17

Hövding Cycling Air Bag (video) review

The Hövding is an interesting product – it’s worn round the neck and is intended to replace a conventional bike helmet. Should you crash, the Hövding activates an airbag.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 9 February 17

Catlike Whisper helmet review

The Catlike Whisper helmet is one of the best venitlated helmets on the market, and is also comfortable and fits well, but the looks won't be for everyone.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 22 March 16

Abus AirBreaker helmet review

Movistar’s favourite helmet is light and comfortable, although it doesn’t have a MIPS option

By Paul Norman Published 19 September 19

Lazer Blade helmet review

As the entry-level helmet in the brand’s lineup, the Lazer Blade offers a pleasantly surprising blend of lightweight comfort and excellent performance for a price that significantly undercuts the competition.

By Rupert Radley Published 28 March 18

Giro Vanquish MIPS review

The Vanquish MIPS is comfortable and certainly very aero but the looks are very divisive

By James Bracey Published 28 June 19

Rudy Project Boost 01 helmet review

Engineered in collaboration with aerodynamic cycling pioneer and guru John Cobb, the Rudy Project Boost 01 helmet claims to reduce drag by as much as 12 per cent over a standard road helmet

By Hannah Bussey Published 22 January 18

Giro Savant MIPS helmet review

Giro’s mid-range helmet comes with a MIPS liner and a reasonable price and weight

By Paul Norman Published 8 September 17

Mavic Cosmic Ultimate helmet review

The Mavic Cosmic Ulimate helmet features a great shape, and impressive weight reduction over former Mavic lids. But is it any good?

By Chris Catchpole Published 30 November 14

Bell Z20 Aero MIPS helmet review

The Z20 is available in several guises, we've been riding in the optimised Aero model

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 31 March 20

Bell Star Pro helmet review

Does your head get hot in the summer and cold in the winter? Bell's Star Pro helmet allows you to control the amount of ventilation

By Mike Hawkins Published 22 September 14

Cratoni Bullet, 198g review

Seven of the best cycle helmets go head-to-head: Cratoni Bullet, 198g £99.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 5 November 13

Lumos helmet review

The bright idea of a cycling Kickstarter, the Lumos helmet features integrated lights and is already an online success story.

By Rupert Radley Published 17 February 17

RH+ ZY MIPS helmet review

We test the RH+ ZY MIPS helmet. The MIPS insert is designed for extra protection against rotational forces in a fall, but adds £30 to the helmet's price.

By Paul Norman Published 13 October 16

Bern Nino 2.0 youth bike helmet review

From subtle to funky designs could the Bern Nino 2.0 youth bike helmet ticks many boxes for child and adult, making it a winner all round.

By Hannah Bussey Published 5 May 21

Oakley ARO3 helmet review

Market-leading in the glasses department, we test out Oakley's helmet offering

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 14 August 20

MFI Lumex Carbon Pro helmet review

The latest innovative gadget helmet to hit the market, but is it a smart one?

By Hannah Bussey Published 14 October 18

Giro Aether MIPS review

Giro Aether has given us all the tech we need to increase safety without any of the drawbacks – an amazing helmet that you should all consider

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 12 December 19

BBB Icarus helmet review

The BBB Icarus seems to offer all the attributes of a good all-round helmet, but will it fly or plummet to earth…?

By Henry Robertshaw Published 15 February 15

Rudy Project Sterling, 296g review

Seven of the best cycle helmets go head-to-head: Rudy Project Sterling, 296g £109.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 5 November 13