Giro2014 Atmos Helmet(Return to Product Page)

I bought this helmet for a bike tour three years ago and continued to use it often before replacing it recently with a helmet from another manufacturer. Most of the time this helmet was very comfortable, and so light that I could forget I was wearing it. I had a few difficulties with it, though, mostly related to fit. It didn't play nicely with one of my pairs of glasses (I wear prescription lenses, and over the three years I had it, I wore this helmet with two different pairs of regular glasses and two different pairs of sunglasses), and I found the adjustment mechanism to be increasingly annoying as time went by. Eventually it wouldn't stay put except at too tight or too loose, and I replaced it (a relatively cheap and easy to replace part). I prefer dial adjustment systems to the old Giro system, which is not quite as micro-adjustable -- but Giro seems to have caught on to that with their new RocLoc 5 system, which might very well be a major improvement. I did appreciate the lightness and breeziness of the Atmos, especially on my bike tour.

Best road bike helmet I've owned! Feels weightless...like wearing nothing at all. This sensation is bolstered by generous venting which allows seemingly hat-less air flow. There are good reasons why you see Giro Atmos helmets everywhere, they're light, airy, stylish and long proven by the big boys. Also, they're available in several color schemes to fit your club's kit. I also appreciate the ease of adjustment. I can lose the balaclava, dial it in, and feel snug and secure in no time.

Note I wouldn't have bought this helmet at full retail price. Watch for a good sale price and go for it!

I bought this helmet in a bright safety green. Besides the color, of which I love, the fit couldn't be beat. The most comfortable helmet I have ever owned. And at my age, I've owned ALOT.

Bike Tires Direct is definitely my go to business when I need something for my bike.

Airflow through the helmet is second to none. Will be great for those really hot days. On cold days I have used a skull cap and have had no issues with being cold. Great year around helmet.

This helmet was a midseason replacement. In the hot weather it is fantastic with the wide vents. The best part however is that you don.t even fell the helmet while riding. Watch for sale price and don't hesitate.

I've had this helmet for a couple months and really enjoy it. I barely notice it, even on hot, sunny days - it's very light and well vented. I don't know that I would pay full price for it, but it's absolutely worth it when on sale.

Has a great micro adjustable fit and is comfortable. The ventilation is awesome.

Got the helmet on sale and it has been fabulous. Compared to my previous lower end helmet, the increased venting and substantial weight savings are noticeable. The helmet is very comfortable on and, with minimal padding, doesn't absorb a lot of sweat. I use a Halo sweatband so the easily adjusted head circumference helps get a perfect fit every time.

Fits well. Adjustable clamp mechanism is easy to use. Light. Good looking. Well ventilated. Can't see paying more for a helmet. It was an especially a good value when on sale. The sweat band inside is not cemented on as well as it should be reducing the rating to 4 stars.

Found this helmet on sale, and was very pleased with the fit of the helmet (Giro helmets have always had a good fit on my noggin). It's a great helmet with excellent cooling and a superb fit, especially with the Roc-Loc 5 adjustment.

However, I found the quality of this helmet to be a little off from the past Giro helmets I've worn. For example, there are fewer pads in the helmet, so I actually took some spare replacement pads and glued some Velcro in the new helmet to hold them. At that point the helmet fit better and was much more comfortable. I also note that some of the surfaces on the rim of the helmet used to have a plastic covering which kept them from wearing, but now it's just bare Styrofoam and I expect these areas to wear out quicker.

Despite this little nitpicks, overall it is a good deal for a recreational helmet that fits and performs well.

I tried on every helmet on the market (I'm kinda that way) and this helmet was simply the most comfortable. My head circumference is 54.5 so I chose the medium size helmet which adjusts perfectly to fit and also can be loosened to allow a winter cap underneath. Initially, I thought the relative lack of padding inside would bother me over time but the helmet is so light I can barely feel it up there. At first, the rear strap was rubbing on the top of my ears but I was able to adjust it up enough to remove any irritation. Highly Recommend.

This helmet is great! I bought the Titanium colorway as it goes great with my Ti bike. The helmet is light, has great wind channels and the Roc Loc adjustment in the back is super convenient. Depending on the weather, I'll wear a cycle cap underneath. Making the necessary adjustment on the fly is key. Buying this during one of the helmet sales on BikeTiresDirect made it an amazing value.

My head is about 59cm, so I'm right in between sizes. I've had a Large that I would adjust all the way down, and it's great in the winter because I could even fit a nit cap underneath! I also have a Medium that still fits great and is preferred for summer riding. Even though I'm close to the cut off for a Medium, I can still fit a cycle cap easily with a few clicks on Roc Loc to tighten snug.

I hope this helps someone out.

Ride safely!

This is my second purchase of this model helmet. The first one saved my life... I am a big fan.

Use every time it go cycling. Great helmet. Forget it's even on!!

My first Atmos definitely saved my noggin during a 25mph crash! I love the comfortable fit. light weight and high visibilty yellow. Bikes Direct had a killer price...

You can't put a price on safety and protection. But when you make that safety item light, highly breathable, and extremely comfortable with the adjustments, price points mean everything. For the price of this helmet, it delivers everything that I want and need in a helmet. Easy to adjust on the fly and fits comfortably with a skull cap. My wife is on her second Atmos (first one was destroyed in a crash, but the helmet protected her from any head trauma) and this is my first. Absolutely love it!

I crashed with this helment on and it save my life

First class Giro helmet, all I ever use. can't beat the sale price.

Have gone through many helmets through the years. This was one of the better ones that fits for my longer rides. Keeps the head cool while being very light and comfortable. Fit is very good with the rear adjustment making it snug without adding pressure points. At times, you forget the helmet is on.

Bought this on the Gold Express Deal and totally worth it. Light weight and holds very securely to the head. Would buy again.