{"id":2461,"date":"2026-02-04T20:53:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T19:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingreview.nl\/?p=2461"},"modified":"2026-02-04T20:53:39","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T19:53:39","slug":"giro-eclipse-pro-new-aero-helmet-for-2026-bets-on-speed-and-cooling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingreview.nl\/en\/giro-eclipse-pro-nieuwe-aero-helm-voor-2026-zet-in-op-snelheid-en-koeling\/","title":{"rendered":"Giro Eclipse Pro: new aero helmet for 2026 bets on speed and cooling"},"content":{"rendered":"

Giro Sport Design introduces for 2026 the Eclipse Pro<\/strong>, an aero racing helmet developed for WorldTour-level performance. According to Giro, this is the most advanced aero road helmet the brand has built to date, with measurable gains in aerodynamics, ventilation and protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Developed in Giro's own R&D facilities and wind tunnel, the Eclipse Pro uses extensive CFD simulations, physical prototypes and full-scale wind tunnel testing. The new shape optimises airflow around critical areas of the helmet, while maintaining balance and ventilation for long race days and intense training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Image: GIRO SPORT DESIGN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The new Eclispe Pro on Kasisa NIewiadoma's head<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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kek design!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Many air holes behind<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Aerodynamics and internal cooling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite the pronounced aero profile, the helmet remains suitable for extended use. Giro explicitly focuses on stability at high yaw angles and even airflow, making the Eclipse Pro usable from criteriums to mountain stages and long endurance rides. The internal channel structure has been completely redesigned. Air is actively guided through deep ventilation channels and distributed over the scalp, aiming to improve heat dissipation without aerodynamic concessions - traditionally a weak point in aero helmets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protection by MIPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Eclipse Pro uses Spherical powered by Mips\u00ae<\/strong>, a two-piece construction that protects against rotational forces upon impact, reducing the risk of concussion. The helmet is equipped with the Roc Loc\u00ae 5.5 Air adjustment system. According to the manufacturer, the weight: 280 grams in size M<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proven in competition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The helmet has already been used extensively in the pro peloton. The pros have thus tested it and the helmet has been approved. None other than Wout van Aert<\/strong>, Jonas Vingegaard<\/strong> and the Polish topper Kasia<\/strong> Niewiadoma<\/strong> rode with it to the finish. The other riders of Team Visma Lease-a-Bike also wore the helmet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n