Best aero helmets for triathlon in 2025
Aero helmets come in a range of shapes and sizes. Here, we test 23 of the best for triathlon
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Best road bike helmets for triathlon in 2025
A well-chosen bike helmet will increase your safety, aerodynamics and riding comfort. Here are seven of the best we’ve tested.
Best budget cycling helmets: 12 under £100 reviewed
Protecting your head while staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, with sub-£100 helmets offering better value than ever. Here we test 12…
How to choose the right triathlon aero helmet
Wondering how to choose the right triathlon aero helmet? We explain what you should take into account from course profile to riding style
How to choose the right cycling helmet for race-day
Race-day cycling helmet choice can be influential in triathlon. We run through your options to help you make the right choice for your event.
Do I need an aero helmet for triathlon?
Tri coach Joe Beer and record-breaking time triallist Matt Bottrill discuss the need for aero helmets, the time you save and whether they are worth using in all conditions.
Road, aero road and TT cycling helmets: How much difference does the type really make?
Aiming for a season of PBs but unsure about which type of helmet to wear for the bike leg? Here we analyse the pro and cons of each type (road, aero road and TT) of lid to find the best helmet for you
What do all the different bike helmet safety certifications mean?
Confused about all the different bike helmet safety certifications, and whether all countries adhere to the same standard? Nik Cook has this advice
Aero helmets for triathletes – how and why to use them
Aero helmets will turn heads, and make you more aerodynamic on the bike leg. We explain how TT helmets can help you reach T2 faster
Cycling helmets: how to make sure yours fits properly
We explain how to tell if your cycling helmet fits you properly, so it will protect you should you fall and remain comfortable
Rudy Project Nytron helmet review
Is the Rudy Project Nytron the aero road helmet for you? We head into the wind tunnel and onto the country lanes to find out…
Giro Eclipse Spherical helmet review
Giro has produced some fine aero helmets over the years. Is the Eclipse Spherical one of them? Here’s our full review…
Kask Elemento helmet review
The Kask Elemento attempts to combine ventilation and aerodynamics into one package, but does it succeed? Let’s find out…
Scott Cadence Plus helmet review
Has Scott created the perfect aero road helmet in the Cadence Plus? We take it into the wind tunnel and onto the roads to find out…
Oakley Aro7 helmet review
The Oakley Aro7 boasts big claims and a hefty price, but does it live up to its billing? Let’s find out…
Smith Ignite MIPS helmet review
The Smith Ignite MIPS helmet has a lot of appeal, but is it worth the spend? We take to the road and wind tunnel to find out…
Abus GameChanger 2.0 helmet review
GameChanger by name, game changer by nature? Read our full review of the Abus GameChanger 2.0 to find out
Specialized S-Works Evade 3 helmet review
Does the new Specialized Evade 3 improve on an already successful formula? Find out in our full wind-tunnel-tested review…
Van Rysel Road Bike Helmet FCR review
At a penny under £90, the Van Rysel Road Bike Helmet FCR is cheaper than most other aero road helmets. But is it any good? Let’s find out…
Met Manta MIPS review
Can the MET Manta MIPS offer safer, faster riding for triathletes? We find out…
HJC Furion 2.0 helmet review
Does the ‘semi-aero’ HJC Furion 2.0 balance value and performance? We take to the wind tunnel and hit the roads to find out…
James Cracknell on the importance of wearing a bike helmet
After a serious bike accident in 2010 which caused severe brain injuries, Olympic gold medallist and extreme sports enthusiast James Cracknell is a vocal supporter of bike helmet safety. He explains more in our exclusive Q&A…
Triathlon gear of the year: our favourite 21 products in 2021
The 220 team takes a look back at our favourite gear of 2021…
Best kids bike helmet deals
Looking for a new bike helmet for your little ones? Here’s our roundup of the best kids bike helmet deals
