Suggestion for decent / cheap(relative) / MIPS Lid for Hybrid / Road use. Recommendations?

[jase_31]

Hi,

Being new to cycling looking for a decent lid. I currently have a hybrid, running roads/mild trails but will probably add a road bike soon.

Want a decent lid, but obviously as with all things cycling price can vary dramatically. Beyond a point, I am note sure more money = more protection.

Ive looked at the US/Swedish test results, and MIPS lids seem to be higher rated? Some of the Bell / Specialized and Lazer lids seem to be reasonably priced and high rated, but I will consider anything else.

Any suggestions or recommendations?

 

[vickster]

One that fits you and is comfortable is by far and away the most important consideration, not the marketing. Go try some on 👍

But why can’t you use your current helmet on a roadbike if it fits well? Or do you not have one?
So the next question would be why would you want one for a roadbike and not on a hybrid?

 

[jase_31]

Currently dont have a lid - (Well I do, but it a a very very cheap one), so looking to buy a decent one that I can use on multiple bikes (when I get a second...and third....)

Trying on is difficult at the moment. Most of the local shops are look but dont touch.......

 

[vickster]

Currently dont have a lid - (Well I do, but it a a very very cheap one), so looking to buy a decent one that I can use on multiple bikes (when I get a second...and third....)

Trying on is difficult at the moment. Most of the local shops are look but dont touch.......

Buy a few from a place with free delivery and returns - you need to find a brand that works.
Cost is not a guarantee of fit and comfort (or indeed quality, may just bigger ventilation holes)

Do you have Halfords or Decathlon close, can you try there?