{"id":5106,"date":"2022-11-14T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2022-11-14T08:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/?p=5106"},"modified":"2023-01-30T07:30:54","modified_gmt":"2023-01-30T07:30:54","slug":"best-mountain-bike-helmets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/best-mountain-bike-helmets\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Best Mountain Bike Helmets: A Buyer&#8217;s Guide (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Mountain-bike-helmet-in-white.jpg\" alt=\"POC Tectal Mountain bike helmet in white\" class=\"wp-image-5107\" width=\"713\" height=\"713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Mountain-bike-helmet-in-white.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Mountain-bike-helmet-in-white-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Mountain-bike-helmet-in-white-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Mountain-bike-helmet-in-white-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">POC Tectal Mountain bike helmet in white<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Head protection is crucial when you\u2019re sending it through obstacle-ridden mountain trails. Crashes are more common in mountain biking than in any other discipline so wearing a high-quality lid is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bumpy trails and getting jostled around on the bike are par for the course but a helmet provides necessary coverage to protect your noggin in case of an accident. I\u2019ve rounded up my selection of the best mountain bike helmets available in 2023 and included helpful tips for buying your next helmet.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-44d544b4     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-i-made-my-picks\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How I Made My Picks<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#compare-the-best-mountain-bike-helmets-at-a-glance\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Compare the Best Mountain Bike Helmets at a Glance<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-overall-mtb-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Overall MTB Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#1-giro-manifest-spherical\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">1. Giro Manifest Spherical<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-value-mtb-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Value MTB Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#2-specialized-tactic-4\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">2. Specialized Tactic 4<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-full-coverage-trail-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Full-Coverage Trail Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#3-giro-tyrant\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">3. Giro Tyrant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-budget-mips-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Budget MIPS Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#4-lazer-chiru-mips\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">4. Lazer Chiru MIPS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-advanced-safety-mtb-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Advanced-Safety MTB Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#5-smith-session-mips\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">5. Smith Session MIPS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-mtb-race-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best MTB Race Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#6-poc-tectal-race-spin\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">6. POC Tectal Race SPIN<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-mtb-helmet-aesthetics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best MTB Helmet Aesthetics<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#7-troy-lee-designs-a3\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">7. Troy Lee Designs A3<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-full-face-downhill-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best Full-Face Downhill Helmet<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#8-giro-switchblade-mips\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">8. Giro Switchblade MIPS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#best-all-rounder\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Best All-Rounder<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#9-bell-4forty-mips\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">9. Bell 4Forty MIPS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#buyers-guide\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Buyers\u2019 Guide<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#level-of-protection\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Level of Protection<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#mips-or-no-mips\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">MIPS or no MIPS?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ventilation\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Ventilation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#comfort-and-fit\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Comfort and Fit<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#mountain-bike-helmet-size-chart\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Mountain Bike Helmet Size Chart<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#weight\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Weight<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#full-face-protection\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Full-Face Protection<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#one-crash-one-helmet\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">One Crash, One Helmet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How I Made My Picks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many helmets on the market and if you don\u2019t know what exactly you\u2019re looking for, they can appear very similar. I\u2019ve picked through endless manufacturer specs, user reviews, and expert opinions to end up with the best mountain bike helmets for sale in 2023. Each model got its place on this list and a rating based on the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safety: <\/strong>All helmets pass required safety standards, but some have innovative tech or designs that boost head protection. Each helmet on this list has some form of rotational impact reduction technology\u2014 most scored very highly on <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Virginia_Tech\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Virginia Tech<\/a>\u2019s industry-standard helmet tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> To ride at your best, helmets should keep you cool in hot weather, be comfortable to wear, and have a visor to block the sun\u2019s glare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Protecting your noggin shouldn\u2019t be prohibitively expensive. There is a range of prices on this list so there\u2019s a helmet to fit every budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare the Best Mountain Bike Helmets at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Takeaway<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>MIPS?<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Rating<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Where to buy?<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Giro Manifest Spherical<\/td><td>Best Overall MTB Helmet<\/td><td>346g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9.5\/10<\/td><td>$260<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3X2tP4g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Specialized Tactic 4<\/td><td>Best Value MTB Helmet<\/td><td>380g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9.5\/10<\/td><td>$120<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/specialized-tactic-4-competitive-cyclist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Giro Tyrant<\/td><td>Best Full-Coverage Trail Helmet<\/td><td>600g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>8.5\/10<\/td><td>$170<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Ztax9V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lazer Chiru MIPS<\/td><td>Best Budget MIPS Helmet<\/td><td>335g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>8.5\/10<\/td><td>$69<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ICrrgm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Smith Session MIPS<\/td><td>Best Advanced-Safety MTB Helmet<\/td><td>379g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><td>$160<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QBPPkk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>POC Tectal Race SPIN<\/td><td>Best MTB Race Helmet<\/td><td>368g<\/td><td>Yes (SPIN)<\/td><td>9.5\/10<\/td><td>$160<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3iDSgpH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Troy Lee Designs A3<\/td><td>Best MTB Helmet Aesthetics<\/td><td>394g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><td>$220<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GXTG7S\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Giro Switchblade MIPS<\/td><td>Best Full-Face Downhill Helmet<\/td><td>1,077g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><td>$280<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Gxz1pT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bell 4Forty MIPS<\/td><td>Best All-Rounder<\/td><td>380g<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><td>$110<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3H8qqeZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Check price<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Overall MTB Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">1.<strong> Giro Manifest Spherical<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Manifest-Spherical-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Manifest Spherical mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Manifest-Spherical-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Manifest-Spherical-mountain-bike-helmet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Manifest-Spherical-mountain-bike-helmet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Manifest-Spherical-mountain-bike-helmet-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Giro Manifest Spherical mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-2 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9.5\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$260<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>346g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Great ventilation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Innovative, full-coverage protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Love-it-or-hate-it look<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pricey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Giro Manifest Spherical helmet is leading the pack when it comes to innovative design. Not your typical MTB lid, it prioritizes ventilation and a new two-piece shell built to minimize the severity of rotational forces during an impact. There\u2019s extra coverage at the back and a nice two-tone colorway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The horizontal air channel at the front is a look inspired by road helmets, but might be conversational among MTBers. You can\u2019t deny the fact that this helmet keeps your head cool, though. It also comes with Giro\u2019s pioneering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.giro.com\/technology\/spherical.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spherical Technology<\/a>\u2014 designed with the help of MIPS\u2014 where the top shell can rotate independently from the lower part to protect the head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a roadie, I love to see our obsession with ventilated helmets crossing over into mountain biking where staying cool matters too. While it has a steep price and a distinctive look not everyone will love, I\u2019m willing to bet other brands will soon start to follow suit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3X2tP4g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/giro-manifest-spherical-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Value MTB Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">2. Specialized Tactic 4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Specialized-Tactic-4-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Specialized Tactic 4 mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Specialized-Tactic-4-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Specialized-Tactic-4-mountain-bike-helmet-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Specialized-Tactic-4-mountain-bike-helmet-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Specialized Tactic 4 mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-6 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9.5\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$120<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>380g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Two fit options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visor isn\u2019t adjustable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Specialized Tactic 4 is a great-looking trail helmet that\u2019s even better looking. The MIPS-equipped lid comes in a ton of different colors and only costs $120. Specialized are hip with the current trends and have extended the coverage around the back of the head and included solid levels of ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a person that\u2019s struggled with finding the right helmet fit in the past, I love the fact that the Tactic is available in Round and Classic versions to match different head shapes. One shortfall is that the visor isn\u2019t adjustable, so I have to take off half a point. The Tactic scored the highest 5-star marks from the industry-standard Virginia Tech Helmet ratings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/specialized-tactic-4-competitive-cyclist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/specialized-tactic-4-jenson-usa\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Jenson USA<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about the Virginia Tech helmet testing program here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"IIHS CRASH TEST Bike HELMETS - Best Rating and Review - HOW IT&#039;S MADE\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eorjrgFTzfw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Full-Coverage Trail Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">3. Giro Tyrant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Tyrant-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Tyrant mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Tyrant-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Tyrant-mountain-bike-helmet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Tyrant-mountain-bike-helmet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Tyrant-mountain-bike-helmet-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Giro Tyrant mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-10 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">8.5\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-10 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$170<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-11 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>600g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Side and rear coverage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giro Spherical Technology&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Low ventilation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Giro Tyrant ushers in a new wave of full-coverage trail helmets that feature over-ear protection. The helmet wraps around the rear and lower part of the head and increases safety, but does make some sacrifices on ventilation and weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tyrant scored one of the highest ratings in the Virginia Tech safety tests. While many riders will be put off by the uncommon profile, MTBers who want the most protection possible without switching over to a full-face downhill lid will love this model. There are 14 vents, but airflow is minimal and the helmet is relatively heavy at 600g for a size M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Ztax9V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/giro-tyrant-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Budget MIPS Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">4. Lazer Chiru MIPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Lazer-Chiru-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Lazer Chiru MIPS mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Lazer-Chiru-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Lazer-Chiru-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Lazer-Chiru-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-768x426.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lazer Chiru MIPS mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-14 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-13 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">8.5\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$69<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-15 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>15<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>335g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MIPS-equipped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Low ventilation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large glasses might not fit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On a budget? The Lazer Chiru comes with MIPS technology and only costs $69! Even though Lazer can be forgotten about alongside the big names like Giro and Bell, I\u2019m a long-standing fan of the Lazer brand with their creative helmet designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This model is a fairly standard silhouette but has some sweet colorways that\u2019ll trick out your setup. The helmet received a 5-star rating from Virginia Tech and it\u2019s fairly lightweight, too. It doesn\u2019t impress with ventilation, but for the price, the wallet-friendly Lazer Chiru MIPS is an absolute steal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ICrrgm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/lazer-chiru-mips-jenson-usa\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Jenson USA<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Advanced-Safety MTB Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">5. Smith Session MIPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Smith-Session-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Smith Session MIPS mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Smith-Session-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Smith-Session-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Smith-Session-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Smith-Session-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Smith Session MIPS mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-18 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-18 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$160<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-19 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>15<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>379g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-10 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Two protection technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great ventilation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Expensive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bugs can fly into the large vents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tech lovers and safety-conscious riders can both geek about the Smith Session MIPS helmet. This innovative helmet comes equipped with MIPS to reduce rotational forces as well as the Koroyd coverage that crumples to help in the event of a crash. There are a ton of colors available and, although it\u2019s pricey, the extra ventilation and double-duty protection systems make this helmet a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QBPPkk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/smith-session-mips-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<p style=\"font-size:22px\"><strong>You May Also Like:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left:2em\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/best-beginner-mountain-bike\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9 Best Beginner Mountain Bikes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/best-mountain-bikes-under-1000\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Mountain Bikes Under $1000<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/best-mountain-bikes-under-500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Mountain Bikes Under $500<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best MTB Race Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">6. POC Tectal Race SPIN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-11 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"839\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Race-SPIN-mountain-bike-helmet-839x1024.jpg\" alt=\"POC Tectal Race SPIN mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Race-SPIN-mountain-bike-helmet-839x1024.jpg 839w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Race-SPIN-mountain-bike-helmet-246x300.jpg 246w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Race-SPIN-mountain-bike-helmet-768x938.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/POC-Tectal-Race-SPIN-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">POC Tectal Race SPIN mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-22 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-22 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9.5\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$160<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-24 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>18<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>368g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>SPIN technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-end construction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goggle strap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Pricey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The POC Tectal Race SPIN helmet is built for high-velocity riders who are chasing podiums and protecting their noggin at the same time. POC is an industry leader in cycling protective equipment and is a personal favorite brand of mine. While there are other great POC helmets out there, the Tectal is well-loved in mountain bike circles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of MIPS, there is POC\u2019s own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bicycling.com\/bikes-gear\/a20018229\/poc-spin-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPIN technology<\/a> to minimize rotational forces during an impact. The sticker price is normally quite high for this model, but since it\u2019s been out for a while, prices are hovering around the $160 mark\u2014 that\u2019s a great investment if you ask me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-6 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3iDSgpH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/poc-tectal-race-spin-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best MTB Helmet Aesthetics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">7. Troy Lee Designs A3<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-13 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Troy-Lee-Designs-A3-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Troy Lee Designs A3 mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Troy-Lee-Designs-A3-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Troy-Lee-Designs-A3-mountain-bike-helmet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Troy-Lee-Designs-A3-mountain-bike-helmet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Troy-Lee-Designs-A3-mountain-bike-helmet-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Troy Lee Designs A3 mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-26 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-26 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-27 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$220<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-28 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>394g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-14 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Great design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable fit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High safety score<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Low ventilation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Combining their motocross and mountain biking expertise, Troy Lee Designs makes the A3 helmet. I love the race-inspired detailing that stands out from conventional, earth-tone MTB helmets and has a super comfortable fit. There is extra padding and the A3 model achieved one of the highest scores within this roundup on the Virginia Tech rankings. One shortfall, though, is the mediocre ventilation and extra heft compared to other models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GXTG7S\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/troy-lee-designs-a3-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best Full-Face Downhill Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">8. Giro Switchblade MIPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-15 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"831\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Switchblade-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Switchblade MIPS mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Switchblade-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Switchblade-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-300x262.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Giro-Switchblade-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-768x672.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Giro Switchblade MIPS mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-30 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-31 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$280<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>1,077g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-16 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Removable chin bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lots of vents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Hefty weight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The only full-face helmet on this list, the Giro Switchblade is designed for hard-hitting trails and downhill riding where the obstacles are bigger and the speeds are faster. A major feature of the Switchblade is that the heavy-duty chin bar can be removed on the climbs or low-speed zones where you\u2019d rather have the extra ventilation than the additional protection. This means it can function as two helmets in one! That said, the heavy helmet has a tendency to move around on the head and can get in the way, causing me to dock a point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-8 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Gxz1pT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/giro-switchblade-mips-jenson-usa\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Jenson USA<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0em;margin-right:0em;margin-bottom:0em;margin-left:0em\">Best All-Rounder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">9. Bell 4Forty MIPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-17 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Bell-4Forty-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Bell 4Forty MIPS mountain bike helmet\" class=\"wp-image-5119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Bell-4Forty-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Bell-4Forty-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Bell-4Forty-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Bell-4Forty-MIPS-mountain-bike-helmet-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bell 4Forty MIPS mountain bike helmet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-34 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;flex-basis:25%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-34 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#9f9f9f;border-style:dashed;border-width:1px;border-radius:100px;padding-top:3px;padding-right:3px;padding-bottom:3px;padding-left:3px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our Rating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1\">9\/10<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-35 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px;line-height:1\"><strong>$110<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KEY SPECS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"inherit-container-width wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-36 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:2em;margin-bottom:2em;padding-top:0em;padding-right:0em;padding-bottom:0em;padding-left:0em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Rotational impact protection<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vents<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>380g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-18 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Adjustable visor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great value<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comfortable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Visor settings could be improved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another helmet that delivers plenty of performance for the money is the Bell 4Forty MIPS. This affordable model comes equipped with MIPS technology and plenty of deep channels for good airflow. The visor is adjustable and many user reviews confirm that it\u2019s a comfortable fit, although it seems to work best on rounder heads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3H8qqeZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button cta-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-1-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/go\/bell-4forty-mips-competitive-cyclist\" style=\"background-color:#eeeeee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Buy from Competitive cyclist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video to go behind the scenes of Bell\u2019s helmet factory and testing center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container\" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Behind The Scenes: Bell Helmets Test Lab\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oBDTCSoi47E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyers\u2019 Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Quality mountain bike helmets offer heavy-duty protection out on the trails while still being comfortable and well-ventilated. With different disciplines of MTB, there are a variety of helmet designs that come with specific features that\u2019ll come in handy out there. Keep scrolling through this buyers\u2019 guide and learn how to pick out the helmet that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Level of Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/man-with-black-Giro-mountain-bike-helmet-with-MIPS.jpg\" alt=\"man with black Giro mountain bike helmet with MIPS\" class=\"wp-image-5108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/man-with-black-Giro-mountain-bike-helmet-with-MIPS.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/man-with-black-Giro-mountain-bike-helmet-with-MIPS-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/man-with-black-Giro-mountain-bike-helmet-with-MIPS-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.333fab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/man-with-black-Giro-mountain-bike-helmet-with-MIPS-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Man with black Giro mountain bike helmet with MIPS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Current trends in mountain biking are leading to the increased popularity of helmets with great coverage around the back of the head and ears. This kind of open-faced helmet (no chin bar) is a design that mixes older, traditional MTB lids with full-coverage downhill helmets, resulting in a fantastic all-rounder option that\u2019s safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost all MTB helmets utilize two layers of EPS foam (expanded polystyrene) of different densities to provide optimal crash protection. In the case of an impact, the foam crushes and distributes the force across the helmet and\u2014 if it does its job properly\u2014 to the rider in a minimal amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The foam core sits inside a hard plastic shell that\u2019s designed to protect against smaller scratches or bruises. This is the part that can be painted and holds onto the protruding visor. Helmets with this two-part design have what\u2019s called \u201cin-molding\u201d that makes for a more cohesive unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheaper helmets\u2014 and many kid helmets\u2014 have an outer shell that only covers the top and sides of the molded foam. This difference is noticeable when you can see the exposed foam liner that will still do its job fine, but isn\u2019t covered by a more attractive and scratch-resistant outer layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MIPS or no MIPS?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>MIPS technology stands for \u201cmulti-directional impact protection system\u201d and helps reduce the amount of rotational force on the brain in the case of a crash. Recognizable by its flashy yellow color, MIPS is a thin floating liner made of plastic that sits between a rider\u2019s head and the EPS foam of the helmet. The liner can rotate slightly in any direction in order to minimize the rotational force of the impact\u2014 that rotational movement is a key contributor to bad head injuries or potential brain damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The MIPS vs. no MIPS debate was more lively a few years ago, but these days most of us agree that MIPS is a crucial feature. It\u2019s no longer a prohibitively expensive add-on and helmets equipped with MIPS technology are priced very similarly to ones without the extra protection. That said, there are other proprietary solutions that do the same thing that aren\u2019t MIPS\u2014 these include Bontrager\u2019s WaveCel and POC\u2019s Spin technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are mountain biking, I wholeheartedly recommend purchasing a MIPS-equipped helmet. Not only does it offer additional peace of mind, but it provides tested and verified protection benefits to reduce the damage to your brain in the event of a crash. All the helmets on this roundup come with this potentially life-saving bit of tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ventilation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a helmet, its ventilation capabilities can sometimes take a backseat to the protective or aesthetic elements. However, sufficient breathability in a helmet can make or break your ride experience and shouldn\u2019t be an afterthought. Having a super hot head during a ride can be uncomfortable and distract you from enjoying the trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Air vent design has historically been more important for road cycling helmets\u2014 where conditions on the pavement can reach much higher peak temperatures\u2014 but mountain bikers deserve the same attention to detail. That said, current trends display a balancing act between more complete head coverage (which can make your head hotter) and more open vents for better breathability. From where I see it, the more options the better\u2014 as long as you know what to look out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Improved designs over recent years have successfully combined great coverage and excellent ventilation; the Giro Manifest Spherical is a great example of this. If you typically ride in colder temperatures, cool forests, or rainy weather air vents aren\u2019t as critical. For riders in hotter conditions, find a helmet that has long channels around the top and deep vents that let air through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comfort and Fit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like test riding a bike, I recommend you try on a few different helmets to see which ones fit your head best. Noggins come in all shapes and sizes and helmet brands attempt to accommodate everyone, but you\u2019ll find that some models are more comfortable than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most helmets these days come with a retention system that can be tightened via an adjustment dial at the rear of the helmet. Make sure that\u2019s loosened and then place the helmet on your head\u2014 this way you can check if the helmet fits you correctly from front to back. A few helmets ago, I found one I liked (it matched my cycling shoes!) but it was way too short lengthwise and squeezed my forehead. Fashion is just as important as function, but when it comes to helmets\u2026 comfort is crucial to safety as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try on the helmet and buckle it up to see how the straps lay across your ears as well. You\u2019re aiming for a snug fit that isn\u2019t uncomfortably tight. Some retention systems can get in the way of long hair or if you like to wear a skullcap or helmet liner (like I do!) so keep that in mind. Check to see if the visor is adjustable to keep the sun out of your eyes, but some helmets have a fixed visor position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mountain Bike Helmet Size Chart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>XS<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>S<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>M<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>L<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>XL<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&lt; 51cm<\/td><td>51-55cm<\/td><td>55-59cm<\/td><td>59-63cm<\/td><td>&gt; 63cm<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some helmets are featherweight designs and others are heavier due to added features. Depending on your riding style and preferences, helmet weight may or may not be a dealbreaker. Gram-counting cyclists will want the lightest versions available, typically coming with large air vents and lacking extra coverage at the back of the head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prioritize extended coverage at the rear of the head and around the ears, expect a slightly heavier helmet. That additional protection can be well worth the gram gain. The heaviest models are full-face downhill helmets that wrap around the entire head and come with a chin bar to protect from frontal impacts. This consideration is up to you, but I wouldn\u2019t worry about it too much as a deciding factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Full-Face Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Downhill riders will want to opt for full-face-style helmets that protect the entire head and come with a chin bar. This design is similar to a motorcycle or motocross helmet and protects your precious head from all angles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend this kind of helmet for dedicated downhill riders who descend at high speeds\u2014 the large profile is heavy and a bit too much helmet for casual joyrides. The wrap-around design can cause a sweaty head or feel constricting, but many models feature a removable chin bar so you can breathe easier while climbing or on more relaxed terrain. If you switch between gnarly downhill terrain and lighter trails, a full-face helmet with a removable chin bar could be a smart choice to kill birds with one stone and avoid buying two helmets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">One Crash, One Helmet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but definitely not least, it\u2019s best practice to purchase a new helmet after a serious crash. Even if you don\u2019t see visible damage to the lid, the internal foam structure could be compromised, meaning it won\u2019t protect you as well the next time around. Err on the safe side and throw away a helmet that\u2019s undergone a big impact and buy yourself a new one. Better to be safe than sorry\u2014 and now you have an excuse to get that new helmet design you\u2019ve been eyeing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1666791187670\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of helmet is best for mountain biking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">An MTB-specific helmet with additional coverage at the back of the head, a visor, and some sort of rotational impact technology is a must when riding the trails. Full-face helmets are appropriate for steep enduro riding and downhill racing.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1666791992591\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What bike helmet is the safest?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Specialized Tactic 4 helmet received the best safety rating according to Virginia Tech\u2019s rigorous and long-standing research tests.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1666792019189\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is a MIPS MTB helmet?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A MIPS helmet has a floating plastic liner on the inside of the helmet that freely moves in order to reduce the rotational force on the brain of a crash, helping to minimize serious injuries like concussions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1666792041471\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use a road helmet for mountain biking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It\u2019s not recommended to use a road helmet on the trails. MTB crashes are different to road incidents and mountain bike helmets include additional protection around the temples and back of the head. There is always a visor and less of a focus on aerodynamics on MTB helmets.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1666792052257\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does MIPS stand for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">MIPS stands for &#8220;Multi-directional Impact Protection\u201d and is a plastic liner on the inside of a helmet that can move independently and reduce the rotational forces of an impact.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Head protection is crucial when you\u2019re sending it through obstacle-ridden mountain trails. 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