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City helmet testGiro Caden II MIPS - a good investment?

Barbara Merz-Weigandt

, Stefan Frey

 · 27.06.2025

The Giro Caden II impresses with its discreet design and very high-quality workmanship.
Photo: Matthias Borchers

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The Giro Caden II MIPS scored top marks in our lab test for protection against possible concussion. However, at 130 euros, it also comes out on top in terms of price.
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The Giro Caden II MIPS in practice check

At first glance, the Giro Caden II MIPS the minimalist design and high-quality workmanship. The Giro helmet features the MIPS Evolve Core as an additional rotation system. The helmet can be easily adjusted to the head using the height-adjustable adjustment system integrated into the MIPS system.

Black on black: The adjustment system on the Giro Caden II is combined with the MIPS system.Photo: Matthias BorchersBlack on black: The adjustment system on the Giro Caden II is combined with the MIPS system.

The Caden II MIPS has a total of 12 ventilation openings, but these are relatively small and only allow a little air to reach the head. There is no insect protection.

12 ventilation openings, no insect net: the Caden II MIPS doesn't necessarily keep your head cool.Photo: Matthias Borchers12 ventilation openings, no insect net: the Caden II MIPS doesn't necessarily keep your head cool.

The Giro Caden II MIPS also keeps a low profile when it comes to passive safety. Reflective elements can be found in the straps. A battery LED rear light is available as an optional accessory. The fastening is a simple buckle without any further adjustment options.

Keep it simple: The straps with reflective strips on the Giro Caden II can be easily adjusted using a slider. However, the buckle does not offer any further fine adjustment.Photo: Matthias BorchersKeep it simple: The straps with reflective strips on the Giro Caden II can be easily adjusted using a slider. However, the buckle does not offer any further fine adjustment.

The Giro Caden II MIPS in the lab test

The Giro Caden II Mips has the best value for rotation protection with a 22 per cent risk of concussion. In terms of the acceleration value, i.e. the force that still acts on the head in the event of an impact, the Giro is in the middle of the helmet comparison with 123.2 g.

Best place in the test bench test for the risk of concussion: the Giro Caden II MIPS comes out on top with 22%.Photo: MYBIKEBest place in the test bench test for the risk of concussion: the Giro Caden II MIPS comes out on top with 22%.The test bench value for acceleration for the Giro Caden II MIPS is 123.2. The standard for acceleration values is 250 g.Photo: MYBIKEThe test bench value for acceleration for the Giro Caden II MIPS is 123.2. The standard for acceleration values is 250 g.
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Info & Price - Giro Caden II MIPS

  • Price: 130 Euro >> available here
  • Weight: 347 gram
  • SizesS / 51-55 cm, M / 55-59 cm, L / 59-63 cm
  • made inChina
  • Coloursblack, light grey, turquoise, dark green
  • Rotation systemMIPS Evolve Core
  • EquipmentReflective strips in the belt straps, optional battery-powered rear light
  • Info: en.giro.com

Measured values

  • Acceleration (g): 123,4
  • Concussion risk: 22 %

Evaluation and grade

Rating and grade Giro Caden II MIPSPhoto: MYBIKERating and grade Giro Caden II MIPS

Barbara Merz-Weigandt

Barbara Merz-Weigandt

Editor-in-Chief

Barbara Merz-Weigandt, editor-in-chief of MYBIKE, the magazine for dedicated everyday and touring cyclists, lives on Lake Starnberg. Her great passion: travelling. She has crossed the Alps by touring bike - on the Via Claudia Augusta, the Ciclovia Munich-Venezia and the Alpe-Adria cycle path. She has explored the islands of Croatia and the Lycian coast by motorised sailboat and bike, and has travelled to all the Balearic and Canary Islands by bike. Her favourite place to ride her mountain bike is on the trails in the Bavarian Alps, the Dolomites or on La Palma.

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