Your helmet is the most important piece of gear—and we have the perfect one for you. Shop our favorite gravel and road bike helmets, all featuring optimal protection, comfort, and ventilation.
Pavement to gravel and racer to adventure rider, we have a road bike helmet to match every ride. Lightweight, well-ventilated designs with the latest safety tech keep you cool and comfortable, whether you're exploring back roads or chasing PRs.
How should a road bike helmet fit?
A road bike helmet should fit snugly but comfortably. It should sit level on your head, about one inch above your eyebrows, with no gaps between the helmet and your head. Use the adjustment dial to fine-tune the fit, and ensure the chin strap forms a "V" around your ears and allows two fingers of space under your chin. A properly fitted helmet stays in place without shifting during movement. Learn more about fitting your helmet.
How to choose a road bike helmet
Choose a road cycling helmet based on fit, weight, ventilation, and safety features. Look for lightweight designs with ample ventilation to keep you cool on long rides. Consider Mips® or KOROYD® technology for added impact protection, and ensure the helmet fits securely with an adjustable retention system for all-day comfort.
What is the safest road bike helmet?
The best road bike helmets include features like Mips® technology to reduce rotational forces, impact-absorbing materials like KOROYD or EPS foam, and a secure fit system to minimize movement during a crash. Good ventilation, lightweight materials, and extended coverage also contribute to safety by keeping you comfortable and focused on the ride.
What's the difference between a road and a mountain bike helmet?
Road bike helmets are designed to be lightweight, low profile, and aerodynamic with more protection at the sides and front – statistically the highest impact zone for road crashes. Mountain bike helmets have external visors to help keep the sun (and the occasional stray tree branch) out of your eyes and have more coverage at the sides and rear as the chances of impacting more areas of the head on uneven surfaces can be greater while mountain biking.
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