Giro Syntax MIPS Road Bike Helmet: Enhanced Safety for Adult Riders Review

In general the helmet seems good (only ridden a couple of times). I bought the size medium first as my head size was just under 58cm which is within the max 59cm for M. Well it was too tight especially as I had to wear a headband. I then bought a large one - too big. I had to pull it completely off, and even then it felt wrong. I wanted to return both and look at a different make/model, then checked the M helmet again and found a latch on the back of the helmet. It turns out that it comes from…

While looking for a replacement for my Giro Revel I came across the Syntax. The Revel is a decent budget helmet but I ride further and faster. I know mips is a controversial topic, but it's become part of my quest. Syntax is a great mid-level unit. It's smaller than most helmets I've tried, comfortable for my bald head, fits well and is well ventilated. My photos are on a 12x12 floor tile. Notable differences compared to the budget: foam density, internal padding, straps are similar, but the…

So I wrote a very long review on this Giro Syntax helmet, large, matte red/matte black; Then I put the phone on its side for 15 seconds and the Revain app came back and erased it. Wow. belly punch. I won't start from scratch but let me just say this is an amazing road bike helmet: the best helmet I've ever had. I have a big ole head, and the large size in this thing feels like a baseball cap on my head. I have had 4 road bike helmets in 10 years and this is by far the best option. There are…