Visor and built-in lighting: Are they really useful in the city?

Yes, these are two features that are more suited to urban riding. A visor protects against wind, rain, and insects, and can be very practical if you wear prescription glasses. A built-in or rechargeable rear light improves visibility, especially at night or in cloudy weather, without adding another accessory to manage.

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Mavic Urban Helmets: Visibility, Comfort, and Protection for Everyday Use

An urban helmet doesn’t have the same requirements as a road bike helmet. In the city, the unexpected is constant: intersections, rain, variable visibility, and frequent stops, whether on a city bike or an e-bike.
The criteria selected by Mavic’s experts are simple: protection suited to the use, impeccable stability on the head, and a strong emphasis on visibility and everyday comfort, while also placing great importance on the helmet’s design.

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Built-in visibility: CommuterLight and reflective elements

In traffic, the helmet is a high-profile item, making it highly visible. On several urban models, we integrate a removable, USB-rechargeable CommuterLight with multiple lighting modes, complemented by reflective elements.
The main goal: to be more easily spotted both day and night.

Protection tailored to the urban pace

Urban cycling habits have evolved, particularly with the rise of e-bikes. Some models, such as the Speedcity 2, feature NTA certification, which aims for enhanced protection and broader head coverage, designed for impacts at higher speeds. This is a factor to consider if your rides are fast-paced, if you ride an e-bike, or if you frequently navigate dense traffic.

Everyday comfort: FidLock buckle, visor, rain, and cold weather

An urban helmet is put on and taken off several times a day. A FidLock magnetic buckle makes it easy to fasten with one hand, even while wearing gloves. On Speedcity models, the visor (depending on the version) reduces glare and protects against splashes; on the Speedcity 2, we’ve added a coating and a seal to maintain a clear field of vision in bad weather. Speedcity versions also include a winter kit to keep you comfortable and warm when temperatures drop.

Fit: Stability, Ventilation, and Glasses Integration

The right helmet is one that stays put when you look back, when you accelerate, or when the road surface is rough. The Speedcity features a wraparound shape and discreet vents designed to provide ventilation while preventing water from entering. Lockstrap-style strap adjustment solutions help maintain your settings.

Choosing the Right Model: Which Mavic Helmet Is Right for You?

Crossroad: lightweight, simple, built-in visibility
For essential daily commutes: CommuterLight rechargeable, FidLock buckle, and Lockstrap straps to maintain your settings. A solid choice if you’re looking for a practical urban helmet.

Speedcity: all-season urban, modern look, visor, and rain protection
An “all-year-round” city-oriented helmet: wraparound design, discreet vents, and a visor. The design aims for a good balance between protection, ventilation, and rain protection. Winter kit included.

Speedcity 2 and Cap: for quick commutes and e-bikes, technical visor + enhanced visibility
NTA certification (suitable for speedbikes), CommuterLight and reflective elements, adjustable visor with UV protection and optimized field of vision in bad weather (except the Cap version), and FidLock buckle. Ideal if you ride fast, often, and in all weather conditions. Winter kit included.

In the city, a helmet should above all help you ride with peace of mind: it should stay in place when you look back, remain comfortable on your daily commute, and improve your visibility in traffic. We answer your most frequently asked questions, such as size, proper fit, which standard to choose for an e-bike, the benefits of a visor or lights, and when to replace a helmet.

FAQ

Because in the city, the unexpected is always a possibility: car doors, sudden braking, train tracks, and wet roads. Helmets are designed to absorb some of the energy during a head impact. Their effectiveness comes down to one simple reason: wearing one on every ride and making sure it fits properly.

For “standard” cycling in Europe, check for compliance with EN 1078.
If you ride a fast e-bike or speed pedelec (up to 45 km/h), the NTA standard is often recommended (stricter protection requirements, broader coverage).

Measure your head circumference, refer to the size guide, then place the helmet horizontally above your eyebrows. Tighten the dial so the helmet doesn’t move when you shake your head. Then adjust the straps so they form a “V” under each ear, and keep the chin strap fairly tight (leaving a gap of one to two fingers).

Yes, these are two features that are more suited to urban riding.

A visor protects against wind, rain, and insects, and can be very practical if you wear prescription glasses.
A built-in or rechargeable rear light improves visibility, especially at night or in cloudy weather, without adding another accessory to manage.

After a serious impact, you should replace it even if the exterior appears intact: the internal structure may have been compromised. Even without an impact, replace it if the foam padding is heavily compressed, if the straps or fasteners are damaged, or if the helmet no longer fits properly. It is recommended that you consider replacing it after 5 years to ensure it remains fully effective.