Road bike helmets

Aero or ventilated

The road helmet is chosen between aerodynamics and ventilation. The aero helmet, with a closed and streamlined shell, like the Rudy Project The Wing or the Abus GameChanger, saves valuable seconds at high speed on flat terrain and in time trials. The ventilated helmet, with large vents, like the POC Ventral Air or the Met Rivale, keeps your head cool during long climbs and in hot weather. Versatile models combine both.

The rest of the equipment

Road equipment also includes:

• Shoes.
• Jerseys.
• Shorts.
• Jackets.
• Gloves.
• Textile accessories.
• Glasses.

All equipment is gathered on the equipment page.

The pros' helmets

The big brands equip the professional peloton. Met outfits the UAE team of Tadej Pogačar, a four-time winner of the Tour de France, and offers a limited edition of the Trenta helmet featuring him. Lazer, a Belgian brand founded in 1919, is one of the oldest helmet manufacturers and has made its mark on the Grande Boucle with a Tour de France edition. Rudy Project and Salice, Italian brands, are also well-known for their glasses.

Child, size and maintenance

For children, Crazy Safety helmets, with fun animal shapes, Limar and Bobike for toddlers, combine safety and fun. You choose the size by measuring your head circumference above the eyebrows; the helmet should fit snugly without shifting, with the dial tightened. Replacement padding from Giro, Shot and Leatt restores comfort and hygiene to a helmet. It should be replaced after any fall and approximately every five years.

Good deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, year-end festivities, winter sales, the French Days in spring, then summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Aero or ventilated helmet: which one for road riding?

The aero helmet, with a closed and streamlined shell like the Rudy Project The Wing or the Abus GameChanger, saves time at high speeds on flat terrain. The ventilated helmet, like the POC Ventral Air or the Met Rivale, keeps the head cool in the mountains.

How do I know if a road helmet is approved?

Every helmet sold in Europe must meet the European cycling helmet standard, noted on the label inside the shell. This marking guarantees that it has passed the required impact tests.

When should you replace the padding in your helmet?

The inner pads compress and absorb sweat: replace them as soon as they flatten or retain odours. Replacement pads restore comfort and fit without changing helmets.

What helmet for a child on a bike?

The Crazy Safety and Bobike helmets, designed for younger kids, are lightweight and easy to adjust. Choose a model that covers the nape well, has an easy-to-use buckle, and comes in highly visible colours.

How to adjust a road helmet?

Place it horizontally, two fingers above the eyebrows, tighten the back dial until secure, then adjust the V straps under the ears. One finger should be able to slide under the chin strap.