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Review by AnonymousComfortable protectionby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastNorthern VAfits true to size, fits my rounder head shape - no hot spots on the forehead or temples. Good ventilation.
only issue (minor) my Oakley flak jacket shades don't mount securely, but not a bid deal.
Reviewed 4/25/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
fits true to size, fits my rounder head shape - no hot spots on the forehead or temples. Good ventilation.
only issue (minor) my Oakley flak jacket shades don't mount securely, but not a bid deal.
Review by NCCampyNice helmet but no sunglass docking station.by NCCampyCycling Enthusiasthendo, ncRoad biking, cool and light. No place for sunglasses.
Reviewed 7/18/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by NCCampy was helpful/No, review by NCCampy was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Road biking, cool and light. No place for sunglasses.
Review by Gustav overall a very good helmetby Gustav SW FLAIt's got great safety reviews. it fits comfortably, well ventilated, & despite what the negative reviews say, I have no problem getting my sunglasses into the vents when I need to store them while rolling.
Reviewed 8/13/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Gustav was helpful/No, review by Gustav was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
It's got great safety reviews. it fits comfortably, well ventilated, & despite what the negative reviews say, I have no problem getting my sunglasses into the vents when I need to store them while rolling.
Review by mike gNice fit and valueby mike gCycling EnthusiastNebo,NCInitial appearance and fit are as expected. I was getting close to needing a new helmet and the sale price persuaded me in the purchase.
Reviewed 2/24/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by mike g was helpful/No, review by mike g was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Initial appearance and fit are as expected. I was getting close to needing a new helmet and the sale price persuaded me in the purchase.
Review by TNRoadieThis is my favorite helmet.by TNRoadieCycling EnthusiastBristol, TNI have used several different helmets, including other models made by Bell. The Stratus is the best yet. It fits securely, is lightweight, has plenty of ventilation and this model even includes MIPS. I am very happy with this product.
Reviewed 9/6/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by TNRoadie was helpful/No, review by TNRoadie was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have used several different helmets, including other models made by Bell. The Stratus is the best yet. It fits securely, is lightweight, has plenty of ventilation and this model even includes MIPS. I am very happy with this product.
Review by JimGreat Dealby JimGreat fit em true to size (L), great price , smooth delivery
Thumbs up!
Reviewed 9/13/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jim was helpful/No, review by Jim was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great fit em true to size (L), great price , smooth delivery
Thumbs up!
Review by GL bikerReally Good Helmetby GL bikerCycling EnthusiastAtascadero, CAThis helmet fits well and is comfortable as well as stylish. It is good it has the Mipps protection as well. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed 2/1/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by GL biker was helpful/No, review by GL biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This helmet fits well and is comfortable as well as stylish. It is good it has the Mipps protection as well. I highly recommend it.
Review by Jim D, MichiganFantastic! Light, well ventilated, fit perfectly out of the box, easy to adjust. Liked it so well, I bought 2!by Jim D, MichiganCycling EnthusiastWest MichiganRoad Cycling. Can't think of anything I don't like about it. One of the best helmets I've owned and a great value for the price.
Reviewed 11/12/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jim D, Michigan was helpful/No, review by Jim D, Michigan was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Road Cycling. Can't think of anything I don't like about it. One of the best helmets I've owned and a great value for the price.
Review by CyclomamaGreat helmetby Cyclomamavirginia2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Bought this one because Virginia Tech says it tested at the top of their crash worthiness tests. Its comfortable and looks good too!
Reviewed 11/8/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Cyclomama was helpful/No, review by Cyclomama was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought this one because Virginia Tech says it tested at the top of their crash worthiness tests. Its comfortable and looks good too!
Review by RobComfortable and safeby RobCycling EnthusiastRoanoke, VAThis is one of the safest helmets according to a Virginia Tech study. It's also very comfortable to wear. Overall, I'm very glad to have it and it's a big upgrade from my old brain bucket.
Reviewed 10/23/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Rob was helpful/No, review by Rob was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is one of the safest helmets according to a Virginia Tech study. It's also very comfortable to wear. Overall, I'm very glad to have it and it's a big upgrade from my old brain bucket.
Review by Nick T.Very well engineered and super comfy by Nick T.New Jersey0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.It was pretty coincidental, having damaged my helmet days before seeing a news segment on helmet safety performance. So I researched the safety test (conducted by Virginia Tech Helmet Lab) and decided on the Bell Stratus mips. Out of over 26 other helmets the Bell, along with four other helmets from other brands was rated best available. Test was rated for safety only - not value, comfort, looks...
Having owed a Bell prior to the Lazer I recently damaged I knew my head shape agreed with most Bells.
The Stratus is amazingly comfortable -from padding, to chin straps,to weight or lack of,I could not be any happier. It is well vented and well engineered- has a system up front that keeps sweat and rain from running onto brow.
The only issue which shouldn't be a deal breaker because the helmet does seem so perfect is the outer dimensions seem large. Helmet just looks a bit big on my head compared to other brands I've owned. But once on and riding all is good!
Reviewed 10/8/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Nick T. was helpful/No, review by Nick T. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
It was pretty coincidental, having damaged my helmet days before seeing a news segment on helmet safety performance. So I researched the safety test (conducted by Virginia Tech Helmet Lab) and decided on the Bell Stratus mips. Out of over 26 other helmets the Bell, along with four other helmets from other brands was rated best available. Test was rated for safety only - not value, comfort, looks...
Having owed a Bell prior to the Lazer I recently damaged I knew my head shape agreed with most Bells.
The Stratus is amazingly comfortable -from padding, to chin straps,to weight or lack of,I could not be any happier. It is well vented and well engineered- has a system up front that keeps sweat and rain from running onto brow.
The only issue which shouldn't be a deal breaker because the helmet does seem so perfect is the outer dimensions seem large. Helmet just looks a bit big on my head compared to other brands I've owned. But once on and riding all is good!
Review by SJ Mich BikerLike the fit and lookby SJ Mich BikerCycling EnthusiastSt Joseph, MichiganUse for road riding, Sizing seemed to be on par with other helmets (Bell, Giro, LG) as I wear Medium in all. Bought because of top ranking in recent bike helmet safety ratings, hope I never have to put to the test but nice piece of mind knowing that I am using one of the safest helmets on the market and got at very reasonable price on sale.
Reviewed 9/3/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by SJ Mich Biker was helpful/No, review by SJ Mich Biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use for road riding, Sizing seemed to be on par with other helmets (Bell, Giro, LG) as I wear Medium in all. Bought because of top ranking in recent bike helmet safety ratings, hope I never have to put to the test but nice piece of mind knowing that I am using one of the safest helmets on the market and got at very reasonable price on sale.
Review by AnonymousAntoher examole of why I continue to purchase Bell helmetsby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastCleveland, OH0 of 2 customers found this review helpful.200 mile per week rider
Reviewed 8/10/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
200 mile per week rider
Review by Richgreat helmetby RichCycling EnthusiastPortlandThis helmet is light and comfortable. I use it for commuting and long tours. I've used several other brands and this is the most comfortable.
Reviewed 6/24/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Rich was helpful/No, review by Rich was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This helmet is light and comfortable. I use it for commuting and long tours. I've used several other brands and this is the most comfortable.
Review by AnonymousFits perfectly on a Bell head (round head ie. not long and narrow)by AnonymousDaily CommuterSan Francisco Bay AreaThe front of the helmet sits low on the forehead, bent low, looking up the front edge of the helmet is visible. This is acceptable.
Reviewed 6/25/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The front of the helmet sits low on the forehead, bent low, looking up the front edge of the helmet is visible. This is acceptable.
Review by AnonymousFantastic helmetby AnonymousThis is both light and comfortable.
It fits well both on its own or with a balaclava underneath it. So far, the improved forehead pad has worked well to keep sweat out of my eyes. And it is definitely worth the peace of mind to know that I am writing with MIPS protection.
Reviewed 2/8/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is both light and comfortable.
It fits well both on its own or with a balaclava underneath it. So far, the improved forehead pad has worked well to keep sweat out of my eyes. And it is definitely worth the peace of mind to know that I am writing with MIPS protection.
Review by Tim O''Adjustment wheel and straps broke after a few uses.by Tim O''Cycling EnthusiastChicago0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Started out fine but after a few wears the adjustment straps came free for the adjustment wheel and won't catch back in so the helmet is now useless.
Reviewed 12/5/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tim O'' was helpful/No, review by Tim O'' was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Started out fine but after a few wears the adjustment straps came free for the adjustment wheel and won't catch back in so the helmet is now useless.
Review by AnonymousLight and great fitby AnonymousExcellent fit, good protection and light
Reviewed 7/5/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Excellent fit, good protection and light
Review by PaulGreat valueby PaulCaliforniaReview for Bell Stratus MIPS 2017 Road Helmet1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I own this and a Z20. Honestly, although the Z20 has a little more padding (and oriented slightly differently), the Stratus is actually very similarand less expensive. I have the white Status with reflective silver, which is perfect for my commutes.
Reviewed 2/15/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Paul was helpful/No, review by Paul was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I own this and a Z20. Honestly, although the Z20 has a little more padding (and oriented slightly differently), the Stratus is actually very similarand less expensive. I have the white Status with reflective silver, which is perfect for my commutes.
Review by GregSGreat Helmet - just not a fan of flat whiteby GregSCycling EnthusiastPortlandReview for Bell Stratus MIPS 2017 Road HelmetLove this helmet, very aero, but not a fan of the flat white color. I wish it was actually gloss. This newest version has reflective stickers on it too, which is a bonus. Very comfortable.
Reviewed 1/12/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by GregS was helpful/No, review by GregS was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Love this helmet, very aero, but not a fan of the flat white color. I wish it was actually gloss. This newest version has reflective stickers on it too, which is a bonus. Very comfortable.