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Bell Super 3 MIPS helmet


“Mushroom head!” was one of the names shouted at us while wearing the Super 3, which isn’t far off the mark. It’s pretty wide and we struggled to get it to fit well on narrow heads. That said, testers with rounder heads found it to be super-secure, so make sure you try before you buy. The Bell is noticeably the heaviest helmet on test, but the EPS liner is reassuringly thick around the temples and the industriallooking ‘Overbrow Ventilation’ system does a good job of stopping eyewear fogging up (provided it fits under the forehead protection). While the Super 3 has a large number of pads in all the right places, they have a lumpy shape so aren’t the comfiest. Ventilation wasn’t really a problem for UK rides, nor was it best in test. The peak has plenty of adjustment for goggle stowage and feels sturdy.

Weight 452g
Sizing S, M, L

Price $210
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