Bicycle helmets on clearance
The clearance sale of bike helmets brings together end-of-line products for every type of riding: road helmets POC Ventral Air, Met Rivale and Trenta, Kask, Salice, Lazer and Rudy Project, aero helmets Rudy Project Wing, mountain bike helmets IXS Trigger and full face IXS Xult, BMX helmets Fly Racing, urban helmets Bern, Kask Urban and CGM Ebi, and children’s helmets Bobike, Limar, Lazer, Crazy Safety and Abus.
The right helmet for every type of riding, at a reduced price.
Road, aero, MTB or urban: a helmet for every use
The road helmet, like the POC Ventral Air, the Met Rivale or the Salice Ghibli, focuses on lightweight design and large vents to keep your head cool during climbs. The Met Trenta in carbon comes in a version named after Tadej Pogačar, who won the Tour de France for the first time in 2020. The aero helmet, such as the Rudy Project Wing and Wingdream, streamlined and minimally vented, reduces drag in time trials and triathlons. The MTB helmet, like the IXS Trigger, sits lower on the neck and temples and features a visor for sun and branch protection. The urban helmet, like the Bern Macon or the CGM Ebi with a retro style, offers more coverage at the back of the head.
Other clearance items
The bike clearance sale also includes:
All clearance items can be found on the bikes page.
Full face helmet for downhill and BMX
In downhill, aggressive enduro, and BMX, speed and obstacles expose the face: the full face helmet adds a chin guard that protects the jaw and teeth in the event of a forward fall. The IXS Xult DH, designed for downhill, and helmets from Fly Racing, an American brand from motocross, retain the shape of motorcycle helmets while being much lighter. The Fly Racing Werx-R, with a carbon shell, is even lighter. A full face helmet is worn with a mask instead of glasses, to shield the eyes from mud and debris. The Abus YouDrop FF offers a version suitable for younger riders.
Rotational protection and safety standards
In Europe, a bicycle helmet must meet the EN 1078 standard, which governs shock absorption and strap strength. Several models add rotational protection against oblique impacts, which are common in falls. The Mips system, created in 1996 by a neurosurgeon and a Swedish researcher, incorporates a low-friction layer that allows the shell to slide a few millimetres around the head. This can be found on the POC Ventral Air, the Met Rivale, the Bern Macon, and the IXS Trigger. The Lazer Codax applies the KinetiCore principle, built directly into the foam. A helmet should be replaced after any impact, even without visible cracks.
Children's helmet: required before the age of twelve
In France, since March 22, 2017, wearing a helmet is mandatory for children under twelve, whether they are cycling or riding in a baby carrier. The Bobike Candy, adjustable, supports little ones in the back seat; the Limar Kid Pro, Lazer Nutz, and Crazy Safety Rampage, with bright colours and fun patterns, encourage kids to wear them. A children’s helmet is chosen based on the head circumference, measured above the eyebrows and over the ears, then matched to the brand's size guide. Sizes often overlap: with adjustments, the rear dial fine-tunes the fit.
Frequently asked questions
Does an adult need to wear a bike helmet?
In France, it is not mandatory for adult cyclists, whether on the road or in the city. However, it is strongly recommended and required in most competitions and cycling events.
What helmet for an electric bike?
For an electric bike limited to twenty-five kilometres per hour, a standard bike helmet, urban or road, is suitable. A speed bike, which goes faster, is treated like a moped and requires a helmet approved for motorised two-wheelers.
How to choose the size of a bike helmet?
Measure the head circumference with a tape measure, one finger above the eyebrows and over the ears, then refer to the brand's size guide. Sizes often overlap: between two sizes, the rear dial refines the fit.
What is the lifespan of a bike helmet?
Without impact, manufacturers often recommend replacing it after a few years, as sun, sweat, and heat can wear out the foam and shell. After any fall with impact, it should be replaced immediately, even if it looks intact.
Helmet with or without a visor?
The visor protects the eyes from low sun and branches when mountain biking. On the road, it could obstruct vision in a riding position, which is why it is absent on road helmets. In the city, some models include a small visor for rain protection.
