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The Giro Cinder is a road helmet that borrows its shape and vent layout from Giro's premium Synthe. It pairs 26 Wind Tunnel vents with internal channeling for airflow, and adds MIPS, which redirects rotational energy in certain impacts. The Roc Loc 5 dial adjusts tension and vertical position with one hand, and Air-FX padding handles long-ride comfort. It is a solid step up from basic entry helmets for riders who want MIPS and a pro-style profile without moving to Giro's top-tier models. Owners rate it highly, and the main trade-offs are weight and wind noise at speed rather than fit or finish.
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Lowest price we've seen: $143.99 on Nov 9 at Triathlete Sports. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.
Owners rate the Cinder highly and most praise the fit, ventilation and the sense of a premium helmet at a mid-tier level. Complaints center on weight and wind noise rather than protection or build.
| Size | Head Circumference |
|---|---|
| S | 20"-21.75" |
| M | 21.75"-23.25" |
| L | 23.25"-24.75" |
The Giro Cinder MIPS is a lightweight road bike helmet for adults, inspired by Giro's Synthe helmet. It uses In-Mold Construction, which fuses a tough polycarbonate outer shell to an impact-absorbing foam liner.
MIPS is built in to redirect impact energy and reduce rotational forces in certain impacts. The helmet has 26 Wind Tunnel vents with internal channeling for airflow. Air-FX padding adds comfort on long rides.
The Roc Loc 5 fit system adjusts fit tension and vertical position with one hand.
