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    Garneau Loam Bike Helmet

    Price

    $105.00

    Ratings Scorecard

    How did it perform in our lab testing and surveys?

    Overall Score
    The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.
    Current Range of Tested Bike Helmets

    Test Results

    Impact absorption
    5 / 5

    Impact absorption

    The ability of a helmet to absorb impact forces in a crash, which reduces the rate of deceleration experienced by the head. Based on laboratory impact testing.

    5  /  5
    Ventilation
    5 / 5

    Ventilation

    The evaluation of how well air flowing through the helmet provides cooling during rides. Based on actual usage and expert judgement.

    5  /  5
    Fit adjustments
    4 / 5

    Fit adjustments

    The evaluation of the features and versatility of the retention system when adjusting the fit of the helmet. Based on expert judgment.

    4  /  5
    Ease of use
    4 / 5

    Ease of use

    The evaluation of how easy the buckles and adjustments are to use. Based on expert judgment.

    4  /  5

    Highs

    • 1 year warranty
    • Rotational mitigation technology - ROTEXX
    • Occipital stabilizer to support occiptial band
    • Ratchet-style dial to easily adjust fit of occipital band
    • Retention strap length can be adjusted, allowing side-straps to be repositioned

    Lows

    • Retention strap length is difficult to adjust

    CR's Take

    This moderately priced Adult road bike helmet from Garneau is rated excellent for impact absorption, very good for ease of use and excellent for ventilation. The many adjustment features translate to a very good rating for fit adjustment. The length of the strap for the retention system can be adjusted, but it's considered difficult to adjust. This helmet comes in 3 sizes. The weight is relatively light and among those we've tested is considered best. This helmet has technology to limit the effects of rotational impacts and comes with a one year warranty.

    About

    The Garneau Loam is part of the Bike Helmets test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Bike Helmets models like the Loam are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

    Impact absorption: The ability of a helmet to absorb impact forces in a crash, which reduces the rate of deceleration experienced by the head. Based on laboratory impact testing.

    Ventilation: The evaluation of how well air flowing through the helmet provides cooling during rides. Based on actual usage and expert judgement.

    Fit adjustments: The evaluation of the features and versatility of the retention system when adjusting the fit of the helmet. Based on expert judgment.

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