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A couple of years back, Belle pioneered the removable chin-bar full-face helmet, and this year the brand is back again with a refined version of its coveted helmet. The new Super Air R MIPS Helmet pro more→vides easier chin bar removal than before, amped up ventilation, and scales in 22% lighter than its predecessors.

A one-size-fits-every-kid youth helmet with all the features of an adult helmet, from precise fit to top rated KinetiCore technology that protects against both direct and rotational impact.

Most TT's and triathlons take place anywhere from late spring through early fall, often on some of the hottest days of the year. A TT/tri-specific lid can certainly speed up your ride, but not if it i more→sn't built with enough ventilation to keep you cool. How to make aero helmets that save watts without leaving cyclists trapped inside a stifling bubble is a recurring challenge for helmet manufacturers. That's why we're impressed with the Giro Aerohead MIPS Helmet's wind-cheating profile and efficient venting system, which incorporates more cooling channels than the Aerohead Ultimate and features the added impact absorbtion of Multi-directional Impact Protection System (MIPS). On the outside, the …

Before heading out on our next road ride, trail adventure, or daily commute, we strap on the Bell Falcon XR MIPS Helmet to keep our noggin protected. It features a lightweight, durable fusion in-mold more→polycarbonate shell with MIPS Evolve technology for added protection against rotational forces in the event of off-center impacts. For a snug, secure fit, we tighten down the Fidlock buckles and no-twist tri-glides.

Extensive coverage meets superior ventilation with the POC Coron Air MIPS. It's a helmet that's been in our gear closet for a while, and we choose it over most full-face helmets when we're racing down more→the mountain and putting it all on the line. See, while most full-face helmets are built with an EPS liner that's really only rated for a single impact, the POC Coron is built with a tough fiberglass shell and a multiple-impact EPP liner. This gives us an extra level of protection so we can keep charging through the riding season with confidence. For the most recent model, POC phases out their SPIN technology in favor of a MIPS liner to protect against lower-speed rotational impact forces.

For protection on the hill that keeps us comfortable all season long, we clip on the Smith Maze Round Contour Fit Helmet. The slight brim helps give a seamless helmet-goggle fit, while the AirEvac tec more→h prevents our lenses from fogging when we're charging hard. Equipped with a flexible fit system and removable ear pads, this helmet molds to our head and transitions from frigid winter resort laps to balmy spring runs with ease.