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Specialized Helmet Buyer's Guide

Find Your Fit. Ride With Confidence

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July 17, 2025

by Specialized

From the peloton to the pump track, Specialized helmets are engineered with the same core philosophy: relentless innovation, elite protection, and uncompromising comfort. Whether you're looking for pro-level performance, all-mountain coverage, everyday commuter style, or your kid's first lid, we've got you covered.

Choose Your Riding Style
Choose Your Riding Style
Road, Gravel & Cross Country
Road, Gravel & Cross Country

Designed for speed, comfort, and long hours in the saddle. These helmets are lightweight, highly ventilated, and packed with aerodynamic and safety technologies.

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Mountain
Mountain

Built for aggressive terrain, jump lines, and technical descents. Trail helmets deliver deeper coverage, optimized ventilation, and rotational impact protection.

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Active & Commuter
Active & Commuter

Style-forward and safety-focused. Urban helmets that blend seamlessly into everyday life with hidden vents and modern silhouettes.

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Kids
Kids

All the safety features in a size that fits the next generation of riders. Easy to use, tough to outgrow.

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Why MIPS Matters

Advanced Protection for Real-World Crashes

All Specialized helmets come equipped with MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System)—a low-friction layer designed to reduce rotational forces during angled impacts. This added layer of protection can make a critical difference in the event of a crash.

Trusted by top pros. Proven by science. Built into every helmet we make.

What Sets Specialized Helmets Apart?

  • Aero Innovation: Wind-tunnel tested, real-world proven—our helmets are fast, period.

  • 4th Dimension Cooling: Advanced ventilation systems keep you cooler longer.

  • Proprietary Fit Systems: From Mindset to FS3, each helmet dials in easily and securely.

  • MIPS Technology: Reduces rotational forces during certain impacts, built into nearly every model.

  • ANGi Sensor Compatibility: Connect your helmet to your phone for crash detection and automatic emergency alert.

What Others Say About Our Bike Helmets

  • We have the highest ratings from Virginia Tech’s Bike Helmet Safety Impact Tests

  • Bicycling.com rated our helmets with the Best Bike Crash Sensor Technology, Best Value, and Best Performance.

  • Bike Perfect rated our bike helmets as having the best ventilation systems.

  • Outdoor Gear Labs rated us as having the best Ventilation, Price, and Quality in bicycle helmets.

  • Bike Radar rated our helmets as the most Aerodynamic and put us on the list of Best Road Bike Helmets.

  • Cycling News says our helmets are the best for keeping you cool, “all-out safety,” and performance.

  • NY Magazine rated our helmets as the Best Road Bike Helmets.

  • Forbes listed us as the Best Overall Road Bike Helmets.

  • Cycling Weekly named us the Best Aerodynamic Helmet on the market.

Ride With Confidence

Specialized helmets deliver industry-leading protection with cutting-edge design. Every model is born from innovation and tested by pros, so you can ride harder, longer, and safer.

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