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How to Choose the Right Motorcycle Helmet

Wearing a helmet while riding your motorcycle can save your head, but choosing the right helmet can be a headache. Our guide reduces the pain.

Written by Jackson Jones March 13, 2023

The Best Ski Helmets of 2023

Our team of experts found the best ski helmets of 2023 with options for every budget and style. Top picks include Wildhorn, Bern, and more!

Written by Austin Beck-Doss & Morgan Tilton February 27, 2023

Bargain Snell Helmets Explained: Be Wary of These Brain-Bucket Deals

The deals that are currently being offered for 2015-rated Snell Helmets might not be the bargain they first appear to be.

Written by Danny Korecki February 15, 2023

Fox Racing Proframe RS Helmet: Advanced Protection, Slick Features

The new helmet from Fox Racing provides lightweight, full-face protection suitable for all but the most extreme downhill rides.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 11, 2022

5-Star Safety: Meet the Highest-Rated Whitewater Helmets

Virginia Tech’s testing lab has evaluated helmets on safety for years. It goes beyond biking and climbing helmets — all the way to the whitewater…

Written by Mary Murphy September 22, 2022

Safest Full-Face Helmet? Lazer ‘Cage KinetiCore’ Receives First 5-Star Rating

The Lazer Cage KinetiCore is the first-ever full-face helmet to get a published 5-star protection rating from the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab.

Written by Sam Anderson July 12, 2022

Specialized Showcases New S-Works Helmets at Tour de France

The new lineup of Specialized S-Works helmets features three familiar models, all optimized for airflow and aerodynamics.

Written by Sam Anderson June 30, 2022

Atomic Redster CTD Review: First Helmet That Records Impacts, Tells You When to Replace

Atomic’s Redster WC CTD continually evaluates its ability to protect your melon over time, and it lets someone know if you take a hard fall.

Written by Berne Broudy October 22, 2021

Lighter, Stronger Ski Helmet: Sweet Protection Revamps Pinnacle Grimnir

The Sweet Protection Grimnir leads the brand’s offerings with durability and advanced protection. And we got a first look test at the next-generation Grimnir, which…

Written by Sean McCoy January 18, 2021

Anon Unveils New Safety Tech in Ski Helmets: WaveCel for Winter

The hotly debated safety tech that raised eyebrows around the bike industry in 2019 now promises to add even more safety to ski and snowboard…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 15, 2021

WaveCel Helmet Lawsuit: NY Man Sues Trek for ‘Misleading’ Safety Claims

Trek/Bontrager touted its WaveCel bicycle helmets as being ’48 times’ more effective at protecting against concussions than standard EPS foam helmets. A New York man…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 11, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Giro Manifest Mountain Bike Helmet Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Giro Manifest MTB Helmet, valued at $260!

Written by Sponsored Post November 20, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Sweet Protection Ski Goggles & Helmet Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a pair Sweet Protection’s Boondock Goggles and a Looper Helmet.

Written by Sponsored Post October 16, 2020

Lumos Ultra Bike Helmet Breaks Kickstarter Funding Record

The new Lumos Ultra smart helmet incorporates input from over 120,000 riders to make it the best smart helmet possible.

Written by Mary Murphy July 21, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Sweet Protection Switcher MIPS Helmet Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Switcher MIPS helmet from Sweet Protection!

Written by Sponsored Post November 22, 2019

First Look: Sweet Protection Ascender Helmet to Climb Snow or Rock, Ski Down

Certified for both downhill skiing and mountaineering, the Sweet Protection Ascender is an all-around helmet for those who earn their turns.

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2019

Sena R1 Helmet Review: Intercom Connects Cyclists on the Road

Motorcycle helmet brand Sena brings a Bluetooth speaker and mic intercom system to the cycling market. We give the Sena R1 helmet a road test.

Written by Steve Graepel October 14, 2019

Crash Tested! LEM Helmet Saves My Noggin

LEM cycling helmets arrived just in time to protect me from a nasty bike crash. The Gavia road race helmet and the all-mountain Flow helmet…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 05, 2018

Grivel Helmet: So ‘Stealth’ You Won’t Know It’s There

Grivel’s Stealth Helmet has a low profile, feather weight, added coverage, and comfy fit.

Written by Lizzy Scully May 05, 2017

Crash Plan: Extra Protection Worth Cost On Lazer Z1 MIPS?

A high-end helmet upgrades its safety quotient via a special MIPS liner. Is the add-on worth the upcharge in the event of a crash?

Written by Stephen Regenold April 11, 2016

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