Can anyone recommend a cycle helmet that is flattering ??

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If there is such a thing .. why are they so more unflattering than riding hats ? 🤔 thanks

To me that's not the point of cycling helmets. They are to make e difference between dieing of a head injury and surviving with concussion.

I was expecting that comment and of course that's the point but some of them are so big and I'm sure some cyclists would know what I mean .

A flattering one is a correctly fitted one, ie not balanced on back of head, or with straps hanging down in loops.

I know what you mean OP - one wants to minimise the mushroom head effect (while remaining safe!). Have a look at Giro and Kask helmets - I personally find them the most flattering but it’s quite a personal thing unfortunately. Giro do some women’s specific models as do Liv (women’s side of the Giant cycling brand) and I think maybe Specialized?

Unfortunately the more expensive helmets do tend to look better in general. Look for the MIPS system as well - fairly new innovation to reduce effects of rotation injuries.

www.skatehut.co.uk/brands/sfr/sfr-essentials-helmet-matt-black.htm?currency=GBP&productid=12766&gclid=CjwKCAjwv4_1BRAhEiwAtMDLsjL_A4hxYCZ6hx_kzt2f07vtEjfUjqnJ8dxT03TYy1-D2oTpfEzscBoCKpkQAvD_BwE

I have a this style one.
Possibly because I prefer riding helmets.

Not this model - a mongoose one.

I agree that the two should not be mutually exclusive. I've been hugely frustrated when buying a cycling helmet before. I just had to go for the best, safest, best fitting. But I would have been happy to spend a bit more for that, plus a washable band so that my makeup doesn't constantly rub off onto it , and with better provision for my ponytail, and even maybe a floater ring shape and colour. But hey, safety is most important to me. Doesn't mean I can't still want those other things too. Maybe a gap in the market there?

Also most helmets come in different sizes so measure your head to help get a good fit They usually have an adjustment mechanism at the back so you can get a secure but not too tight fit.

Sorry - not floater ring - I meant flattering!

Thank you .. I'll look at those options .. tricky at the mo because I can't try but I'll be prepared as I want to take up road biking after having a renewed love for cycling because of the lockdown ( only have a mountain bike at the mo) ..

I like my Victoria Pendleton one, fits great, but offspring reckon I look like a jockey :)

I think the Kask ones are the nicest - less mushroom-ey than most. kask

I also think that Kask make some of the nicest looking and most comfortable helmets. I've got a Rapido and a Mojito. I have another that's quite nice, made by Giro but I can't remember the model, and a Carnac Podium from Planet X which is remarkably nice for such a cheap helmet. But ultimately it depends on your head shape so I would be inclinec to wait til you can try a few on unless you are desperate.

Giro, Laser, Kask, Bell all make helmets but you need to try them on.

Have a look at Cycle Chic - they are good for this kind of thing: www.cyclechic.co.uk/shop/helmets

If you want a sort of riding helmet style then the skate-type helmets by Bern and others are good. I particularly like the ones with a peak.

Lol, no.

Sorry, seriously though, basically the lighter (and pricier) the more air will move through and the less crap your hair is after.

What a pp said about cycle chic - they have some great ones, plus covers you can put on 'normal' ones to make them look a bit more like hats

I am very tempted by these, but worry I wouldn’t trust it to go off ! hovding.com/

The Thousand bike helmet. It'll do the job and look good bike helmet

Aren't those horribly sweaty midsomermurderess? They don't seem to have much ventilation, and what vents there are seem to be right on top of the head so I can't see that there would be a lot of airflow through them? And they are very heavy - nearly half a kilo! I think I would find that uncomfortable after a short time, especially on a hot day.

Not to be the style police, but you might eventually feel a bit silly wearing one of those more ‘horse riding style’ helmets (like the ones on the cycle chic website linked above) on a road bike. Also very sweaty as PP said.

My BIL is a pro cyclist and he used to have a teammate whose motto was ‘never sacrifice style for speed’ (you have to imagine it in a Scouse accent) - road cyclists are an image conscious bunch!

I find mine comfortable to wear.

I was avoiding saying that CaptainWentworth but I quite agree. Cyclists are a funny lot. I get teased enough for ordering green tea at cafe stops!
I guess it depends on what kind of riding the OP is planning to do. I think they are probably great for urban riding or fairly short distance commuting but I wouldn't fancy wearing a helmet that heavy and poorly ventilated for a long or intense ride.It would be a bit like wearing a TT helmet all day. For longer rides, especially if you are going to be working hard/doing a lot of climbing I really think a helmet needs to be lightweight and well ventilated. Nothing puts most people off cycling quicker than being uncomfortable.

I have an abus helmet which is a bit like the Bern in shape but more vents. Lightweight, comfy, looks ok.

Nothing puts most people off cycling quicker than being uncomfortable.

It sounds like some other cyclists might be a significant factor too...

I found my Trek helmet the nicest in that particular way.