{"id":47372,"date":"2025-03-19T16:30:09","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T16:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/?p=47372"},"modified":"2025-03-27T11:36:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T11:36:05","slug":"the-most-vital-piece-of-kit-exploring-merlins-helmets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/the-most-vital-piece-of-kit-exploring-merlins-helmets\/","title":{"rendered":"The most vital piece of kit? Exploring Merlin&#8217;s Helmets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9495-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47425 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9495-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9495-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9495-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9495.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Any keen rider should know just how important a helmet is in keeping your head safe when out on the bike. At Merlin, our hefty selection is sure to have something that suits both you and your riding preference, be it enduro, trail or downhill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-abus-cliffhanger-mtb-helmet\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/abus-cliffhanger-mtb-helmet-252446.html\">Abus Cliffhanger MTB Helmet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9503-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47426 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9503-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9503-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9503-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9503.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With over a century&#8217;s experience in safety and security, it&#8217;s no wonder Abus have ventured into the MTB industry with their range of MTB helmets. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/abus-cliffhanger-mtb-helmet-252446.html\">Cliffhanger<\/a> boasts that classic enduro with multiple functional systems that keeps the helmet comfortable when the trail is anything but. The subtle but distinct colourways available for this helmet to add to it as one of Merlin&#8217;s best budget-friendly lids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-poc-kortal-race-mips-mtb-helmet\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/poc-kortal-race-mips-mtb-helmet-327802.html\">POC Kortal Race MIPS MTB Helmet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9507-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47427 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9507-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9507-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9507-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9507.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As a top of the range enduro helmet, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/poc-kortal-race-mips-mtb-helmet-327802.html\">POC Kortal<\/a> isn&#8217;t lacking when it comes to protection. Equipped with <a href=\"https:\/\/mipsprotection.com\/\">MIPS<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/recco.com\/technology\/\">RECCO Reflector<\/a> and an integrated <a href=\"https:\/\/knockid.com\/\">NFC Medical ID Card<\/a> mean you&#8217;ve never been safer when out on the trails. POC have catered for all types enduro riders through a glasses and goggles compatible helmet. It&#8217;s worth noting that E-bikers and commuters haven&#8217;t been left out either for its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeworldnews.com\/2015\/05\/07\/safe-poc-avip-collection\/\">AVIP colourway<\/a> option and Dutch E-bike helmet standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-poc-otocon-race-mips-mtb-helmet\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/poc-otocon-race-mips-mtb-helmet-327778.html\">POC Otocon Race MIPS MTB Helmet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9519-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47428 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9519-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9519-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9519-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9519.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/poc-otocon-race-mips-mtb-helmet-327778.html\">Otocon full-face<\/a> is a step-up in protection from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/poc-kortal-race-mips-mtb-helmet-327802.html\">POC&#8217;s Kortal Helmet<\/a> while still maintaining lightweight and breathable qualities. Full-face protection is something every rider should consider for the gnarly features you&#8217;ve always wanted to hit. The classic POC breakaway peak is a key feature on this helmet too, promising improved neck protection during tumbles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-troy-lee-design-stage-stealth-full-face-helmet\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/troy-lee-design-stage-stealth-full-face-helmet-334480.html\">Troy Lee Design Stage Stealth Full Face Helmet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9496-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47429 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9496-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9496-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9496-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9496.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As the O.G. of enduro full faces, we couldn&#8217;t possibly do a helmet blog without mentioning the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/troy-lee-design-stage-stealth-full-face-helmet-334480.html\">TLD Stage Helmet<\/a>. Super light, breathable and stylish are all qualities you&#8217;ll find in this full face lid. A key feature has to be the magnetic strap meaning this will be your new go-to helmet for everyday rides. Crashes can happen at any level of riding so why not keep your protection to a high standard?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bell-full-9-fusion-mips-full-face-helmet\">Bell Full 9 Fusion MIPS Full Face Helmet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9521-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47430 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9521-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9521-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9521-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9521.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Crafted from Bell&#8217;s moto legacy, this helmet is ready to take hard hits, whatever the riding terrain. Repped by the likes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/r_doggystyles?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==\">Ryan Howard<\/a> in <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/s7lL-ZKb12Q?si=_K5mxnsST45UDJw5\">Parallel<\/a>, it&#8217;s safe to say this helmet doesn&#8217;t lack when it comes to performance either. Styled with the notorious Fast House designs, this lid is a clear contender for your next helmet purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bell-4forty-air-mips-mtb-helmet\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/bell-4forty-air-mips-mtb-helmet-328734.html\">Bell 4Forty Air MIPS MTB Helmet<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9517-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47431 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9517-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9517-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9517-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/IMG_9517.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/bell-4forty-air-mips-mtb-helmet-328734.html\">4Forty Air MIPS<\/a>, Bell have developed an thoroughly equipped open face lid that speaks enduro. Whether its the enhanced ventilation systems, better eye wear compatibility or just cool colourway schemes, this lid is sure to make a statement out on the trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out more about our MTB helmet range, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/bell-4forty-air-mips-mtb-helmet-328734.html\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Any keen rider should know just how important a helmet is in keeping your head safe when out on the bike. At Merlin, our hefty selection is sure to have something that suits both you and your riding preference, be it enduro, trail or downhill. 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