To help cut through this noise, our review of the best road bike helmets of 2021 will help you choose the best road bike helmet for your wants and needs, be they focused on safety, weight, comfort, ventilation, aerodynamics, value, or some combination of these factors. How Do Road Bike Helmets Work?

Our testers found that many helmets designed for commuting and recreational riding don’t place enough emphasis on ventilation—and hot and sweaty is no way to end your daily ride to work....

Here are four to consider when it’s time for a refresh so you can keep on road or gravel riding, stress free. Bontrager Circuit WaveCel ($160) (Photo: Courtesy Bontrager)

Find the best bike helmets for different kinds of riders below, as tested out by myself, fellow Strategist staffers, and a wide range of experienced cycling experts — including a budget pick that...

Day 1: Würzburg. Total Drive Time from Frankfurt: 1.5 hours. I find Würzburg rather captivating because it seamlessly blends old and new. It was nearly destroyed in WWII, with over 90% of the city bombed or leveled. This is a similar story to other cities in Germany such as Cologne or Dresden.