PIKIO Si OBLIK vs POC Cytal

The PIKIO Si OBLIK scored better than the POC Cytal in Virginia Tech's road lab tests: STAR 4.61 versus 7.511.

Both are road helmets in Virginia Tech's ratings, so their scores compare fairly. Here is how they did in the lab and what each cost when tested.

The verdict

The PIKIO Si OBLIK scored 4.61 and the POC Cytal scored 7.511. That gives the PIKIO Si OBLIK about a 39% better score in Virginia Tech's lab tests.

Both earned 5 stars.

At testing, the PIKIO Si OBLIK cost $49 more ($379 against $330).

Is the better lab score worth it?

Worth it if the budget allows. A lab score about 39% better is a real gap for about $49 more.

Prices are what each helmet cost when Virginia Tech tested it. Check today's price, the exact model and the fit before you buy. Source: Virginia Tech Helmet Lab bicycle helmet ratings. Ratings last checked .

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