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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.
Current Range of Tested Bike Helmets
What goes into the Overall Score?

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Impact absorption
5  /  5
Ventilation
2  /  5
Fit adjustments
5  /  5
Ease of use
5  /  5

Pros

  • 1 year warranty
  • Rotational mitigation technology - MIPS
  • Additional padding to customize fit
  • Occipital stabilizer to support occiptial band
  • Ratchet-style dial to easily adjust fit of occipital band
  • 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

This relatively expensive Adult urban bike helmet from Bern is rated excellent for impact absorption, excellent for ease of use and fair for ventilation. The many adjustment features translate to a excellent rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can be adjusted, and it's fairly easy to adjust. This helmet comes in 3 sizes. The weight is relatively moderate and among those we've tested is considered good. This helmet has technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts and additional padding to adjust the fit. It comes with a one year warranty.

About

The Bern Hudson is part of the Bike Helmets test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Bike Helmet models like the Hudson 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.

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