Top 10 Best Mountain Bike Helmets Reviews in 2022

Mountain biking is unquestionably a very enjoyable activity, but the fact remains that it can be quite a risky activity. Although the majority of biking accidents do not result in serious injuries, there is still a small percentage of accidents which are fatal. Of these fatal biking accidents, the leading cause of death are head injuries. Statistics show that wearing a helmet can reduce the incidence of head injuries by up to 50%, as well as other types of injuries, including to the neck and to the face. Wearing a helmet while cycling is therefore extremely important and this guide to the best mountain bike helmets in 2022 is designed to help you in purchasing the right one.

Mountain Bike Helmet Purchase Considerations

If you are new to helmets, following are a few words you may need to understand, in order to make the best helmet choice possible.

– Half Shell & Full Face

A half shell helmet is one that covers roughly half of the head, while a full face helmet covers most of the head. A full face helmet is obviously more protective than half shell helmets.

– Ventilation

Ventilation refers to the cooling and exhaust ports that have been built into the helmet. These are practically those holes you see in a helmet. They help to keep your head cool.

– Padding Thickness

This refers to the thickness of the material used in padding the interior of the helmet. Thickly padded helmets may feel more comfortable, but they will also be warmer than those with much less padding.

– Retention Device

This is the mechanism by which the helmet is fastened to the head, so that it does not fall off during a ride. Different companies make helmets with different retention device technologies.

– EPS

This is an acronym for Expanded Polystyrene. It is the compressible material used in making the interior of helmets, and it absorbs the impact in the case of a crash.

– Sizes and Prices

Some helmets are a one-size-fits-all while others come in different sizes. In this review, the quoted prices will either be for a one-size-fits-all helmet or for the medium sized helmet.

10. Unlimited Lenox Dual-Certified Summer Helmet from Bern

The first helmet in this review is this uniquely designed gray helmet from Bern. It features a thin shell EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) with a protective ABS outer shell. ABS is a high quality synthetic material that is prized for its hardness and electrical insulation. It also features a crank fit dial that can be easily used to adjust and secure the helmet. It meets the ASTM F 2040 and CPSC EN 1078 safety standards and is perfect for both biking and skateboarding.

9. Gonex Adult Helmet with Safety Light

Currently being sold at a 66% discount, this Gonex helmet features LED safety lights in the back with three operation modes. It also features a rotary regulator for adjusting and securing the helmet. Its inner casing is made from high density EPS and it also has 24 flow vents to keep your head cool. The helmet is available in black or red color.

8. Triple Eight Dual-Certified Brainsaver Helmet

The Triple Eight helmet offers both safety for the rider and style as well. Its design is very urban and cool, and it fits perfectly into the style of most urban personalities. It is dual-certified for biking (U.S. CPSC) and skateboarding (ASTM). The Brainsaver’s inner shell is EPS and outer shell ABS, and it comes with extra pads to help with better fitting and comfort. The Brainsaver is ideal for biking, skateboarding, roller skating, inline skating and all other activities where your head needs protection. It is available in over 10 colors, including pink, green, blue and white.

7. Gonex Wind Cross Mountain Bike Helmet

The Gonex Wind Cross features a high quality 0.8mm thick PC + matt printing, plus a high density EPS inner shell. Its basic head circumference is 58-62cm but it comes with a regulator for accurate fitting. It also features a streamlined design for less drag, and its inner linings are completely washable. The Gonex Wind Cross is available in white, yellow/black, red/black, orange and black.

6. Stylish and Top Quality Mountain Bike Helmet from TeamObsidian

Team Obsidian combines looks and functionality in this unique and elegant helmet. It is oval shaped, contains a high quality EPS padding, has an excellent ventilation system with 22 frontal vents, and it comes with a new and patented adjustment mechanism. This helmet is a one-size-fits-all and it is available in white or black. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, and is currently being sold at a 33% price reduction.

5. Fox Racing Dual-Certified Transition Helmet

Featuring iconic frontal air vents, this Fox helmet is available in three sizes of small(20.5-21.3 inches), medium (21.7-22.8 inches) and large (23.3-24 inches). It features an EPS interior and a hardshell ABS exterior, plus an interior comfort lining that is removable and washable. It is also both CPSC and ASTM certified and is thus perfect both mountain biking, skateboarding and other similar sporting activities. It is available in six colors including white, red, green, burgundy and black.

4. Giro Trinity 22 Vents Mountain Bike Helmet

The Giro Trinity helmet is another quality helmet from Giro and comes with an EPS interior shell and a polycarbonate outer shell. It features 22 air vents for cooling your head and utilizes an Acu Dial device for making adjustments. It is a one-size-fits-all and comes in 11 colors, including yellow, black, white/silver and red/black. It is also the lowest priced helmet in this review, notwithstanding its high quality.

3. The Sanction Full-Face Helmet from Bell

The Sanction is the first full-face helmet in this review. It weighs just 2 lbs. (950 grams), features 15 air vents for cooling, and is CPSC Bicycle and CE-EN1078 certified. It is available in three sizes of small (20.45 to 21.25 inches), medium (21.65 to 22.45 inches) and large (22.8 to 23.6 inches). It is available in 8 different colors and designs, which all appeal to more youthful riders. Bell, the brand behind this helmet, has been active in the world of racing sports for over 50 years, and more racing champions have worn Bell helmets than all other brands combined.

2. Giro Revel Mountain Bike Helmet

Our number #2 ranking mountain bike helmet is this Giro Revel helmet. It is a universally sized helmet which is available in 16 colors including red, black, white and lime. It features an Acu Dial fitting system, and an in-mold construction, which combined its polycarbonate outer shell with its EPS shock-absorbing inner foam. There are also 22 cooling vents to cool your head while you ride.

1. Fox Racing Flux Mountain Bike Helmet

This Fox Helmet features a deeper rear profile, which offers more protection and looks good as well. It features 20 air vents, a dial retention system for perfect fitting and it passes the CPSC and the AS/NZ 2063 certification standards. It also comes with a removable visor, which can be very easily unclipped. It is available in small, medium and large sizes, as well as in black, ice blue and grey/orange colors. The inner padding is very good and makes this a very comfortable helmet. The padding is also removable for cleaning. If you simply want the best protection from a helmet, then this is it. It is our #1 recommendation.

If you care about your life, then you should be wearing a helmet while mountain biking. The exact helmet you end up wearing is up to you, but you should know that all the helmets in this review are top quality and recommended. Still, they are all different helmets from different makers, each with its own unique design and technologies, but in having to recommend just one, we recommend the Fox Racing Flux helmet in position #1.

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