Giro Montaro MIPS Helmet

User Reviews

• Adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.
• Adjustability around the forehead.
• The finish of the plastic material withstands wear-and-tear.
• There are various positions in which to situate the visor.
• MIPS, a technology that reduces rotational forces from impact, is utilized to increase protection and safety.
• The rubber grips on the back vents are able to hold a goggle strap securely in place.
• The Giro Montaro MIPS is less expensive than other higher-end helmets.
• There is enough adjustability to wear a lightweight beanie or ear-muffs if it’s cold outside.

Expert Reviews

• Covers the temporal and occipital lobe, despite not being the deepest-fitting helmet.
• Features Roll Cage Reinforcement, which is a web configured into the EPS foam, adding extra protection and durability.
• Offered in Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large, to suit a range of people.
• The interior padding is comprised of antimicrobial lining to fight off smells.
• Despite being basic straps, they do their job and keep the helmet secure.
• There are 16 vents for optimal ventilation, with air channels beneath to allow for added air flow.
• The visor is adjustable, with three positions at all the way down, all the way up, and in the middle.
• Roc Loc 5 adjustment system features a turn-wheel to ensure a good fit.

User Reviews

• There are issues with the helmet not fitting snug enough for some head shapes.
• The Velcro liner on the sweat pads has been reported to pull away from the foam after little use.

Expert Reviews

• The visor can protrude forward and impede your line of sight.
• The camera/light mount can be tricky for some to configure.
• In the color ‘matte flame’, the highly-visible plastic outer shell fades quickly.
• The lack of a center guide on the visor means the sides can be uneven.
• Unable to make fine adjustments when changing the visor position.
• The chinstraps feature a buckle instead of a snap, making it a bit more difficult to adjust.