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Circuit MIPS

Price

$150.00

* This Model May Have Limited Distribution

CR's Expert Take

How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.
This product is not in active testing. The score may be based on earlier methods.
What goes into the Overall Score?

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Impact absorption
5  /  5
Ventilation
4  /  5
Fit adjustments
5  /  5
Ease of use
5  /  5
Color
Black

Pros

  • 1 year warranty
  • Rotational mitigation technology - MIPS
  • Reflective features to increase visibility at night
  • Occipital stabilizer for adjustable fit
  • Ratchet-style dial to easily adjust fit of occipital stabilizer
  • Retention strap length can be adjusted, allowing side-straps to be repositioned

Cons

This model had no discernible flaws in its performance.

CR's Take

Featuring MIPS, a promising technology designed to reduce the risk of concussion, this model from Bontrager-a subsidiary of Trek Bicycle Corporation-is an outstanding bike helmet. In CR testing, it rates Excellent at absorbing impact. It's notably easy to use and fit due to its many adjustment features. It also has reflective features and a one-year warranty.

About

The Bontrager Circuit MIPS is part of the Bike Helmets test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Bike Helmet models like the Circuit MIPS are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Impact absorption: The ability of a helmet to absorb impact forces in a crash, which reduces the rate of deceleration experienced by the head. Based on laboratory impact testing.

Ventilation: The evaluation of how well air flowing through the helmet provides cooling during rides. Based on actual usage and expert judgement.

Fit adjustments: The evaluation of the features and versatility of the retention system when adjusting the fit of the helmet. Based on expert judgment.