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Sure, the aero helmets of the pro peloton look slick during a time trial, but for the everyday rider, that is a bit much for cruising down city streets. Smith's Signal MIPS Helmet delivers pro-level p more→rotection and features in a package much better suited to the bike paths of our hometown loops. With 21 vents to draw air through the helmet, we can stay cool and comfortable, and arrive to work without too much of a helmet hair effect. The vents also help prevent fogging when we're wearing our fastest sunglasses that sit close to the helmet's edge. Smith uses their VaporFit system, which has a dial and allows for up, down, fore, and aft movement for your perfect fit. A well-fitting helmet is a …

The Pro-X3 Elbow Guard is a pad we’re confident using from local XC loops to downhill bike park days. Impressive impact foam hardens on impact, meaning it’s plenty flexible while we’re riding but extr more→a strong if we take the occasional crash. The slip-on pad is lightweight and extremely comfortable, shedding moisture quickly so that the pad doesn’t slide around while we ride.

The thought of riding your bike to work is sometimes dismissed after considering how sweaty and gross you may be after your commute. Thankfully, Lazer created the Cityzen Kineticore Helmet with hot s more→ummer days in mind. Made with lightweight material that allows your head to breathe, keeping your hair looking good during your workday is not a problem. Though lightweight, the Cityzen is highly durable and created to handle both direct and rotational impacts thanks to dual-layer kineticore technology. The back of the helmet also features a spot to attach the Universal Lazer LED light, increasing visibility during low light conditions on your way to and from work.

From the park to backcountry peaks, we strap on the Looper MIPS Helmet for its intentional design and slick profile. It uses a multi-directional impact protection system (MIPS) to redistribute energy more→from impacts throughout the helmet and away from the head.

When out riding our favorite trails, knowing that our noggins are protected in case we go rubber side up lets us ride with even more freedom. The Giro Source MIPS is a new trail-ready helmet, built wi more→th MIPS for a layer that disperses rotational forces upon impact and an adjustable visor to better protect against the glare of the sun. 17 vents help pull air through the helmet, so you can stay cool as you hammer up your favorite climb.

If you're looking for a reliable helmet with adjustable ventilation but you don't want to burn a hole through your wallet, the Vida Helmet could be your ticket. This mid-range helmet from Smith is tou more→gh and lightweight, with a sleek look and a total of 12 ventilation points that you can leave open to cool off or shut during storm day skiing. Toss in the force-absorbing powers of Koroyd, audio-compatible ear pads, and an adjustable fit, and you'll have the confidence and comfort to go bell to bell.