The ideal helmet color should keep you safe on the road and make you look good. As the most visible color, a white helmet is considered the best option with excellent visibility. Studies have shown that white has the lowest risk compared to dark colors.

To be seen easily by fellow riders and vehicle drivers on the road, it is recommended that you wear either a white or a brightly colored helmet. Fluorescent colors are also a good alternative as they reflect absorbed light, making them highly noticeable during the day.

The safest and most visible helmet colors are solid white or solid fluorescent colors, such as yellow or orange. Opinions are split between which of those options are safer, and regardless of which you choose, solid colors are more visible compared with other patterns.

If you reside in a hot climate with plenty of sunny days, riding with a white helmet is ideal for maximizing visibility. And if you reside in a snowy area, a black helmet or any other color other than grey and white may be preferable to make your helmet more apparent.