Opinions differ, but some people insist that their helmets should match their bicycle’s color. Few people seem to ride with contrasting colors, but people who switch bikes a lot t… See more

By the strictest definitions, a black helmet will be hotter than a white one. Darker colors absorb more energy and the surface of the helmet will be hotter. In practice, the protective f… See more

As a general rule, a solid white helmet is the best choice for most cyclists. It’s highly visible, won’t absorb much heat, and doesn’t look out of place with any color of bicycle. If y… See more

You can paint a helmet, but you’ll need to use water-based paint. Other paints contain solvents that run the risk of damaging the foam inside the helmet. If in doubt about a specific hel… See more