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When choosing a helmet, take the time to research and find the best fit for you. We always recommend going into a store to try one on, but where do you start? We’ve compiled the best helmets of 2027 so you can browse through our top picks before heading in to find the right one for you. Here are the details and tech features behind some of the greatest melon protectors around. After all, it’s only your brain!
Oakley
Mod BC
New for 2027, the Mod BC is made for big missions, where every ounce matters. Weighing in just under 450 g, the helmet condenses emergency features, like RECCO and a Twiceme NFC, into one minimalist package that can go anywhere.
POC
Obex BC MIPS
For serious backcountry missions and unpredictable conditions, this helmet provides daily, life-saving protection. Panels made from strong synthetic fibers surround the helmet, beefing up structural integrity and protecting against the hardest impacts.
Giro
Owen Spherical
Giro's Spherical technology uses a ball-and-socket design to redirect impact forces, providing added protection during crashes. Developed in collaboration with MIPS, the Owen follows the same design philosophy as other helmets in the Spherical line, using two separate liners to absorb and manage energy during a crash.
Anon
Merak WaveCel
The Merak is one of three WaveCel-enabled helmets from Anon. Much like the crumple zone in the front end of a car, WaveCel distributes impact energy through a network of interconnected shock absorbers, dissipating the force before it can reach your cranium.
Sweet Protection
Switcher 2VI MIPS
Sweet's new 2VI system utilizes a variably rigid outer-shell and a hard-cushioned foam layer, which also varies in density, to better protect key impact zones across a range of crash scenarios.
Scott
Element Pro MIPS
Whether you're gunning for the podium in a 4-star freeride comp or hunting stashes on a storm day, the Element Pro MIPS delivers heavyweight protection without the bulk.
Atomic
Four AMID Pro
When you're eyeing rowdy lines and consequential terrain, the Four Amid Pro brings the peace of mind you need to stay calm. Atomic's new Multi-Directional Impact Deflector (AMID) employs a soft foam layer to absorb impacts while reducing twisting force that can rattle your brain during a crash.
Pret
Lyric 2
Part of Pret's all-mountain lineup, the Lyric 2 proves that featherweight comfort doesn't require dialing back on serious dome protection. Mirroring the specs of the Cynic 2, this lid uses a targeted multi-shell construction to fortify high-impact zones while shaving grams overall.
