Cannondale Aluminum Road Bikes

Types of Bike Helmets 

• Recreational: An economical choice with impact protection for casual riding 

• Mountain bike: Extra rear head coverage for off-road and rugged trails with ventilation options 

• Road bike: Lightweight, aerodynamic and highly ventilated 

Fit Tips 

• Measure your head’s circumference by wrapping a flexible measuring tape around the largest portion of your head (or use a piece of string, then measure its length). 

• Check brand sizing charts for your head circumference. 

• Aim for a snug fit but not too tight. If between sizes, go with the smaller size. 

Added Protection 

Look for technologies that reduce rotational forces during a crash, like Mips, WaveCel or KinetiCore. 

Features 

• Vents: More vents improve airflow and reduce weight.

• Visor/brim: Keeps the sun out of your eyes; common on mountain bike helmets. 

• Chin bars: Extra protection for downhill mountain biking or racing. 

Where do you plan to ride?
A gravel bike is perfect if you plan to ride unpaved surfaces like dirt or gravel roads and paved roads to get there.

Consider your tires
Tires are often treaded or knobby for durability and traction. Wider tires are more capable of handling rougher, looser terrain; skinnier tires are ideal for smooth, hardpacked surfaces.

Get the correct frame size
Frame sizes may be expressed in the length of the seat tube or XS through XL size range. Consult that bike's sizing chart.