Best I've found (but haven't tried many other high end helmets) for fit weight and comfort. Usually wear small, but small is too tight over winter head gear. This is a med and works well as a winter helmet. Recommended.
After using Bell helmets for years I decided to try the Giro Aries and was not disappointed, great fit, great look and easy to set up and dial in. Would recommend for sure.
I purchased this helmet to replace the Giro Aries Spherical that saved my noggin in a crash. The technological MIPS safety features and the Giro style brought me back to replace my broken helmet with a new one.
I have a small head and this helmet fits perfectly. It is light and balanced and feels as if you aren't even wearing a helmet. Highly recommend
I have used Giro helmets for decades, ever since Greg Lemond's black and neon edition in TDF win vs Laurent Fignon. I've have been impressed with Giro's spherical design, which allows construction of a complete MIPS polystyrene helmet which can rotate within an outer shell helmet. Very sturdy and easy to see how it would dissipate concussive head trauma forces. Only negative is wide, dome-shape to helmet, giving a mushroom top appearance. This version is much nicer looking, lighter, and with better air flow than its predecessor. But to be honest, I exchanged it for the Meta MIPS Trenta, because it looked better, seems to have better air flow, and is what Tadej Pogacar wore in this years TDF. Tough call because I believe Vingegaard wore the Giro, and it looked pretty good on him.
Would have gotten an Aries Spherical in a black and fluorescent yellow or orange combo if it had been available NOT in a team color design, for added safety/visibility. However, once I received the Matte White Charcoal Rush version with the dark gray graphics around the rim, I found it provided very good visibility on the road, and looked kind of cool.
I used the helmet for one year before the crash and it was perfect for fit, comfort, and breathability.
I landed on my back, and the back of my head immediately whiplashed onto the pavement hard with so loud a sound I thought the helmet would be trashed. While there are four markings on the helmet from the impact, it wasn't destroyed as expected.
Most importantly, I didn't get a concussion. I had a crash three years ago that involved a bad concussion, and you don't ever want to get one trust me. I could not believe how softly the impact was on my head, especially considering I cracked a rib.
For me, the choice is clear. The helmet must have Spherical Tech. I bought an Eclipse to replace the Aries for my road riding and will continue to use the Aries for gravel because it doesn't appear to be compromised.
There are other helmets that I think look way cooler, and I wish the Eclipse didn't look so heinously Martian Domed. I had just bought a Utopia Y on backorder, then right after the crash canceled the order and bought an Eclipse. Funny how priorities can change in a NY minute.
I use this helmet everyday for my riding. It is very comfortable and looks great as well. Is expensive, but goes on sale often. You cannot go wrong with this helmet. Is a top 10 for safety as well.
I bought this helmet to replace an aging Giro Synthe II helmet. The Giro Aries helmet fits my head better, is better ventilated, has a better impact safety design & rating (see Virginia Tech safety website). Because of the better ventilation, I feel that the helmet is somewhat "cooler" than my old Synthe II. I live at 35 degree North latitude & summers are hot, humid and windy. My riding routes are lumpy and between 25 & 35 miles long. The Aries helmet does a okay job at trying to direct sweat away from my brow but sweat still runs down onto my glasses.
If you have a round head this helmet may not be a good fit for you. I think this is a very good helmet and may be worth the asking price. It certainly is for me. Keep turning the cranks! ??
My only dislike was the thin back neck plastic that bites into your neck if you are follicle challenged or do not wear a cap to cover it. Once I realized that you could reposition the back neck plastic it became much more bearable. Helmet looks cool, it's light and now pretty comfy. No problem with shades in the vents falling out.
I own (2) Giro Aether Helmets. One in Black and one in White as well as many retired previous versions. The Aether model are good helmets and I will continue to use them for now. I have been wanting a Giro Aires for some time, but the price did not make it practical. I finally decided to get the Sharkskin Aries gray version when it went on sale recently. In my opinion the Aires is the best Giro helmet so far. It is not as wide as previous versions with great venting and wraps around the top of my head much better. I like the Aires styling over all previous Giro helmets. I will probably buy some other colors when the price drops as the next version is introduced.
I recently purchased the Giro Aries Spherical MIPS Road Helmet in matte black, size medium, and I'm thrilled with its performance. The sizing is true to size, fitting my head perfectly without any guesswork. The helmet is incredibly comfortable, with soft padding that doesn't irritate even on longer rides. The head adjustment system is intuitive and secure, allowing for a snug, customized fit that stays in place.
Visually, the matte black finish looks sleek and stylish, avoiding the bulky appearance some helmets have. It doesn't make my head feel or look large, which is a big plus for aesthetics. Most importantly, the helmet feels safe, with the Spherical MIPS technology providing confidence in its protective capabilities. Overall, this is a fantastic helmet that balances comfort, fit, style, and safety perfectly. Highly recommend!
Expensive, but no well-made MIPS helmet fits my oval head better, so it's my third one.
I recently purchased a matte black Giro bicycle helmet, and I'm absolutely thrilled with it! The sleek, minimalist design looks sharp and modern, making it a standout on the road. The fit is spot-on, with Giro's adjustable ROC LOC system providing a secure, comfortable feel without any pressure points, even on long rides. It's lightweight yet feels incredibly sturdy, offering peace of mind with its top-notch safety features. The ventilation is fantastic'plenty of airflow to keep me cool during intense rides. The matte finish is not only stylish, but also resists scratches and smudges. Whether you're a casual rider or a serious cyclist, this Giro helmet is a perfect blend of form, function, and safety. Highly recommend!
I ride 3 or 4 times a week and the Giro Aries Spherical is great for my purpose. I do feel it's more comfortable with a skull cap as the thin plastic fitting pinches some without the cap. I like that it scored so highly on the Virginia Tech helmet tests.
Replaced my old Giro Ather, I think, since the Aries is a updated 'Spherical' MIPS helmet. As a helmet it is exceptional as my previous one was. But, the previous model had solid retention of goggles/sun glasses which this one definitely has not. Take caution not to use it for this purpose and lose or damage expensive eyeware.
I'm really impressed with the fit system on this helmet. Really fit snug without any binding or pinching, I barely even notice I'm wearing a helmet. I've been riding seriously for over 30 years and this is be far the most comfortable helmet I've ever owned. The ventilation is good, yet still a very aero helmet.
I recently purchased the Giro Eclipse Spherical MIPS helmet to replace a Kask helmet. Though my Kask fit well, this helmet is much more confortable from both a fit perspective and airflow. I use it for both long road rides and commuting. This helmet is incredibly comfortable and lightweight. Initial adjustment was very easy and getting it dialed in was great. It is definitely the most comfortable helmet I have worn. I highly recommend this helmet!
Love the fit and comfort. Very lightweight and good ventilation. On the downside, the ventilation causes a lot more wind noise than any other helmet I've had. It's still great.
I currently cycle about 150 miles per week and I love this helmet. It's incredibly comfortable and airy and most of the time feels like I'm not wearing a helmet at all. I also have some peace of mind knowing (as of the writing of this review) the second best road helmet rating in the Virginia Tech helmet ratings.
