The Trek Starvos WaveCel topped the adult helmet scores, acing almost every test. However, it comes with a hefty price tag of over $100. The Ozark Trail adult helmet, a more budget-friendly option, earned perfect test scores for impact absorption and ease of use.

After donning a series of helmets on road and dirt, we crowned the new Specialized Propero 4 the best helmet overall, while six other helmets made the final cut. The best bike helmets provide secure and reliable protection for the ride ahead.