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Spring 2021 Triathlete Buyer's Guide: Helmets
Our 2021 triathlon helmet guide features expert, hands-on reviews of a wide range of time-trial, aero road, and road helmets.
Scott Split Plus | $275
Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ | Weight: 305g
Basics
A lightweight aero road helmet that provides adequate ventilation and is equipped with MIPS safety features and “ANGi,” which connects to your smartphone and sends an alert to selected contacts with GPS coordinates in event of a crash.
Pros
- Magnetic chin strap closure
- Great for both training and racing
- Peace of mind provided by multiple safety features
Cons
- Rides high and top-heavy for a road helmet
- Narrow profile may not suit all head shapes
- Compromises aerodynamic benefits for road fit
POC Omne Air Spin | $150
Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ | Weight: 311g
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Basics
A lightweight, comfortable road/gravel helmet with SPIN safety technology, sunglass storage, and multiple fit adjustability.
Pros
- Great helmet for longer rides
- Well-ventilated
- Stays comfortably in place with good padding
- Excellent price point considering SPIN safety tech
Cons
- Not aerodynamic at all (i.e., a training helmet only)
- May be cold in some climates due to multiple ventilation ports
