Review of Giro Skyla Sport Bike Helmet

Giro Skyla Sport Bike Helmet
By: Giro Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 18
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Snug but secure

On: 2008-10-06

Ive got a small head, so finding a bike helmet that doesnt fit like a five gallon bucket is a bit of a challenge, but this fit fine for the most part.

My only complaints are that its a real pia to get the straps adjusted right (although the back circumference type adjustment is a snap), it was really irritating the top of my head (solved by using all three of the extra pads on the crown of the helmet to keep it from rubbing my apparently non-aerodynamic head raw) and the cheek straps lay a little weird.

Overall... I didnt notice it beyond the first few moments on my bike, which is saying a lot, because I hate helmets, so it does the job, and really, for the price, its hard to be picky. The graphics are nice, it catches attention on the road, and after getting it fitted right its fairly easy to snap on and off without losing skin.

Id give it a 3 stars for comfort and 4 stars for overall value. If youve got a small head thats mostly round, this would absolutely be the helmet for you. For us egg heads... itd be nice if Giro threw in a couple more sticky pads.

Cute, but too small

On: 2008-09-26

I bought the pink and white flower helmet and it is very cute. Unfortunately, it is too small...which is very disappointing because I really wanted it to work out.

Great Helmet

On: 2008-09-16

This helmet is light and comfortable. Its adjustable to just the right size without sloppiness or pressure points; once on my head, I forget its there. Its also sleek and attractive.

Fantastic helmet!

On: 2008-09-07

Not only is this helmet beautiful to look at, it is very functional. Thanks to the easy to adjust straps and one-touch tightening system it fits perfectly. It is also light and maintains good airflow. Although the visor doesnt do much in the way of keeping the sun out of your eyes it does help a bit when youre riding in the rain. I LOVE this helmet!

Giro Skyla Sport Helmet -- Met all my requirements

On: 2008-07-28

I bought this helment for a silly reason. I recently purchased a brand new expensive bicycle. I decided I wanted helmet that matched the bicycle colors which are teal and dark grey (no red). This is the only helmet I could find anywhere that was teal! I figured I would buy the helmet because of the color and hope the rest worked out.

I was very excited about the price and that Amazon shipped it free.

When the helmet was delivered, I was really excited to see that it was the EXACT color of the bicycle. Well, now that I had the right color, I figured I better find out how it fit!

The fit is fantastic. There is an easily adjustable band inside the helmet that you tighten or loosen until you feel you have a comfortable fit. The straps that come down over your ears and then clip under your chin is somewhat difficult to use. I had to shorten it quite a bit and it took some effort. This could possibly be a safety feature to make sure the helmet does not become loose.

The helmet is very lightweight and I dont even feel like I have it on. It also keeps my head cool. I used last weekend which was incrediby hot and although my forehead was sweaty, my head wasnt. I also wore it today after I took a shower and washed my hair. I put a bandana scarf on my head because I didnt want my wet hair in direct contact with the inside of the helmet. I didnt have any problem doing this and my head still stayed cool. It was 90 with 80% humidity.

The visor does keep the sun off my face somewhat, but I still wore sunglasses. As for quality or longevity, I dont know enough to comment on that.

Well, even you dont need to buy this for the color, if you want a comfortable priced-right helmet I suggest this one.

Great entry helmet, but its small so check sizing carefully

On: 2008-07-23

Having owned many Giro helmets, and currently having a high end model, this is an excellent Giro for the price. The expensive models really give you huge vent openings, but this one is pretty good. The styling is excellent and the dial fit adjustment is comparable to the RocLoc system of the higher models. If you need a nice bike helmet at a good price, this is certainly a great choice.

However, make sure you measure your head! This is listed as a universal fit Womens model, which is a total joke. I bought this for my 3 year old daughter, who has a head that measures more than mid-way in the fit range, and it fits her great. On the other hand, my wife who wears a medium Giro Monza, a not-uncommon size for many women, could never fit into this helmet and it almost looks like shes trying to fit a kids helmet on her head. Obviously this will fit many women, but dont read "universal sizing" and order without measuring your head. The Skyla fit range is 50 to 57 cm. In comparison, a medium Giro helmet is 55-59cm (Roc-loc limits) because it also has a larger shell. By the way, the Giro Flume childrens specific model has the same fit range of the Skyla of 50-57cm, and the Giro Rodeo toddler helmet is 50-55 cm.
When a Womens helmet has almost the same range as a toddler helmet, you know Giro is trying to limit the number of women who will fit into this helmet, forcing many to move up to the more expensive models that come in sizes; and there are some good reasons to buy the expensive models like fit, Roc-Loc system quick adjustability, and increased air flow.

But if your head fits, its a great helmet at a good budget-friendly price.

Pretty flowers

On: 2008-07-14

I bought this helmet upon getting back into biking and, after fiddling with the settings, find that its light, comfortable and responsible. My first choice would be no helmet but, since I want my brains inside my skill, I wear the one with the teal and red flowers.
One thing-I dont have a huge head (hat size 7 1/8") and on the very largest setting the helmet makes a mark on my forehead on longer rides. If you have a larger head than that...look for another helmet.

great helmet

On: 2008-07-14

The Giro Skyla Bike Helmet is a light comfortable helmet. I have never worn a helmet before and was hesitant since I am not fond of wearing hats. This helmet truly fits the bill. I barely know that I am wearing it, yet it is sturdy and well-cushioned.

Great Fit

On: 2008-07-02

I purchased the purple version of this helmet. Its a very attractive color. As the other reviews have said, this helmet has a great fit. It is very lightweight, but feels sturdy enough to protect you in a fall. I think it is great price for the quality. It keeps your head cool enough, and prevents the sweat from getting into your eyes too. The front lip doesnt really block the sun, which I thought it might do. Only suggestion would be to make the straps a little more streamline and flat. Otherwise, very pleased with this purchase!

Nice Fit; Nice Look

On: 2008-05-31

I found this at Amazon cheaper than any other store or internet site. I like the fit of these helmets. Just turn a wheel on the back and it feels like a custom fit. No messing with shortening straps.

good helmet, good price

On: 2008-05-24

I chose this helmet for the price. It fits well and is easy to see out of. The back of the helmet allows for a ponytail to come out the back. I havent had to put it to the test yet and hopefully wont, but so far its working great.

Love my old one, but

On: 2008-05-01

I have an older version of this helmet which fits perfect. I want a new one, but the designs are terrible. Why cant they make womens helmets in plain colors?

Rider Recommendations

On: 2008-04-17

I went to the 2007 RAGBRAI (Registers Annual Bike Ride Across Iowa) as a support crew member, meaning I did the cyclists grocery shopping, set up their tents, that kind of thing. I was just starting to get into the cycling scene, and wanted to observe the different brands of cycling gear the team was using. Most of the guys owned Giro helmets, I was actually overwhelmed by how many of them had them. I had a conversation about the brand with one of the riders over the campfire and he sung its praises. I was skeptical, until the next day one of my teammates wrecked, pretty badly, and he was covered with scrapes and scratches, his helmet was wrecked, but he didnt sustain any head injuries, thank god. He walked away with not even a headache. The next day he went out and bought the same exact helmet again.

When mine came in, I was excited to try it out. The female designs are really cute, and are incredibly adjustable. I have a pretty big head for a female, and I was skeptical that it would fit my melon, but sure enough, if you crank that dial in the back long enough, it will fit. The numerous air slits are awesome too, as it lets your body heat out through your scalp. The only downside to that is you should probably wear a light bandana to avoid tan lines in your scalp. Even if you have long hair. As far as I can tell, the visor isnt removable, which wasnt a selling point for me at first, but its about the perfect size, it doesnt get in your line of vision, and its just long enough to shade your eyes from the harsh sun. The helmet itself is also incredibly light, it doesnt weigh your head down, and half the time I feel like Im not wearing anything on my head. I cant wait to road test it at this years ride. Til then Ill be training with it.

Very nice helmet

On: 2008-03-22

Sized for women with a dial adjustment at the back to insure a perfect fit. So light weight you quickly forget youre wearing it, cool and comfortable. Nice colors and designs available. The one design change Id make is in the chin strap - the clip can painfully pinch your skin if the straps arent loose enough.

second helmet

On: 2007-03-26

I bought my first one about 2 years ago, and the piece that your head fits in broke recently. I liked it because its super light. I wear on average 2-4 times a week. Im not sure if this piece of plastic breaking has to do with me and how I "treated it" or what. Its actually very thin.
What is the lifespan of these things? Itd be nice to know. Im buying another one, but frankly Id rather buy something with a little more quality and lifespan. If such things exist. Im willing to pay more as well and just dont know if you get what you pay for or not. Inferior products are frustrating!

Bike Helmet

On: 2007-03-10

I am very pleased with the Giro Skyla Spoirt Bike Helmet. It is light and comfortable; having to do little adjustment, only to the chin strap.

Light, Breezy and inexpensive

On: 2007-01-07

I bought this helment primarily because I needed something and it was inexpensive. I was really surprised that it fit so well and it is so sturdy. In fact it is so comfortable that I often forget I have it on. I highly recommend this helmet

Light, Breezy and inexpensive

On: 2007-01-06

I bought this helment primarily because I needed something and it was inexpensive. I was really surprised that it fit so well and it is so sturdy. In fact it is so comfortable that I often forget I have it on. I highly recommend this helmet

Lightweight and comfy

On: 2006-10-23

I bought this helmet in white gold. Its a great helmet, very comfortable and light-weight. I was excited to find a womens helmet that fit me perfectly (many unisex helmets are too big and require adding lots of extra padding).

The flowers are barely visible on the white gold version, but it still looks nice. My only complaint is that when I tried to remove the snap-on visor the shell felt like it was going to break so I just left the visor on.

Its a great value for the price, I really dont even notice when Im wearing it and I use my bike almost every day.