Road / Gravel Bike Helmets

Road and gravel bike helmets: lightweight, ventilated and designed to ride for a long time

Riding on road or gravel means committing to hours in the saddle. A helmet that weighs, heats up or gets in the way ends up becoming a constraint, which is exactly what road and gravel helmets do. Cairn seek to avoid. Lightweight, well ventilated and equipped with technologies designed for long trips, they are compliant and certified according to the CE EN 1078 standard and designed so that you only have one thing in mind: riding.

Construction in-mold : lightness as a starting point

The construction in-mold fuses the outer polycarbonate shell and the inner absorbent foam (EPS: Expanded Polystyrene, the high-density protective foam) into a single piece during manufacturing. Result: the lightest helmets on the market, without compromising on protection. Over a three-hour outing, the difference of a few grams is felt. A road bike helmet Cairn with construction in-mold literally disappears from your head.

Aero Flow ventilation: long-lasting freshness

On long outings, ventilation makes the difference between a helmet you forget and a helmet you wear. The Aero Flow system consists of channels carved into the interior foam of the helmet, which circulate air naturally from the front to the rear outlet for a continuously regulated temperature. A particularly appreciable freshness during summer climbs or outings lasting several hours.

Technology MIPS®: a justified safety investment on the road

On the road, a fall at 30 km/h generates a significant angular impact on the skull. The effectiveness of the helmet during a bicycle impact is a fact that no longer needs to be proven, the technology MIPS® goes even further. Developed jointly with Cairn, the system MIPS® (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) absorbs rotational forces generated during oblique impacts, thereby reducing the risk of brain damage. For cyclists who ride regularly and cover long distances, this is a relevant safety investment, available on the Atom MIPS® without excessive additional cost.

FIDLOCK® and fit system 360°: ergonomics designed for the long haul

On an outing lasting several hours, attaching and detaching the helmet should become a reflex. The magnetic loop FIDLOCK® snaps into place in a fraction of a second, with one hand, without looking. The 360° fit system allows you to adjust the tightness to the millimeter via a dial for perfect support throughout the ride.

Anti-insect net: comfort preserved over long distances

On the roads in summer, front vents can let insects and midges through: a nuisance that accumulates on long rides. The anti-insect net, positioned on the front vents, offers effective protection without compromising air circulation inside the helmet.

ECOSOFT & ECODRY: materials that make sense

Cairn is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of its products. ECOSOFT makes it possible to manufacture the straps from woven fibers from recycled plastic bottles. ECODRY uses biodegradable bamboo fibers for the removable, antimicrobial and washable internal lining (40% more absorbent than cotton). On Atom models MIPS® and Atom, these two innovations are combined for efficient and more responsible equipment.

Gravel: versatility and stability on all terrains

Gravel riding requires a helmet capable of adapting to different terrains, paved roads, dirt roads, singles, without losing comfort or support. Gravel models Cairn offer the right compromise between the requirements of the road and the robustness necessary off-road. The 360° fit system ensures impeccable support even on bumpy terrain.

Choosing your road or gravel helmet

• Road: priority to lightness and aerodynamics, construction in-mold is essential
• Gravel: stability and versatility on varied terrain, the 360° fit system is a real asset
• Long outings: Aero Flow ventilation essential to stay cool for several hours
• Reinforced security: model equipped with technology MIPS® recommended for regular practices

Discover other uses

Looking for more grip and protection on technical terrain? Explore the mountain bike helmets Cairn. For your trips around town, the urban bike helmets are more suitable. Complete your equipment with sports glasses Cairn and also discover the children's bicycle helmets to equip the whole family.

Road and gravel bike helmets Cairn (lightness in-mold, CE EN 1078 certification, technology MIPS® and FIDLOCK®) to ride further, longer, at the best quality/price ratio.