Discover POC Cytal bike helmets at BIKE24
Developed with EF Pro Cycling, POC Cytal road bike helmets are engineered for protection, aerodynamic efficiency and cooling. Their design helps you hold your pace on flat roads, stay cool on climbs and enjoy a stable fit on fast descents. Whether you're training for your next race, lining up at the start or heading out for a long ride, the Cytal range delivers performance where it matters.
The aero-focused Cytal Carbon launched in 2024, followed by the versatile Cytal and ultralight Cytal Lite in 2025. Explore all three helmets, including team editions, alongside our full range of road bike helmets BIKE24.
Why choose a POC Cytal helmet?
- Tested protection: The Cytal features Mips Air Node to help reduce rotational motion during angled impacts, plus a dual-density EPS liner to absorb impact energy.
- Effective cooling: Deep airflow channels move fresh air across your head, even during hard efforts.
- Three distinct designs: Choose an all-around road helmet, an aerodynamic race helmet or an ultralight climbing helmet.
POC Cytal cycling helmets at a glance
From daily training to race day, there's a Cytal for your riding style. The Cytal balances protection, ventilation and aerodynamics. The Cytal Carbon prioritizes speed on flat courses, while the Cytal Lite cuts weight for long climbs.
POC Cytal MIPS helmet
Built for everything from interval sessions to criterium racing, the Cytal directs airflow over and beneath the shell to keep you cool. Reinforced areas around the forehead and crown help control deformation during impacts. The helmet earned a five-star safety rating from Virginia Tech.
- Mips Air Node integrated into the comfort padding
- Dual-density EPS liner with reinforced areas
- 360-degree fit system, sizes S to L
POC Cytal Lite helmet
The Cytal Lite keeps weight down and airflow high for demanding climbs and hot conditions. A reduced shell, optimized EPS liner, more open padding and lightweight straps help shed unnecessary grams. EF Pro Cycling riders use it on mountain stages.
- Reduced shell construction and optimized EPS liner
- Open comfort padding and lightweight straps
- Airflow optimized for climbing speeds
POC Cytal Carbon helmet
Built for fast, flat racing, the Cytal Carbon uses a handcrafted carbon wing with a Koridion core instead of a plastic wing. The carbon structure adds stiffness and helps manage airflow for greater aerodynamic efficiency.
- Handcrafted carbon wing with Koridion core
- Aerodynamic optimization for speeds around 50 km/h
- Four-star safety rating from Virginia Tech
POC Cytal technologies
POC's Whole Helmet Concept brings the shell, liner, rotational impact protection, ventilation and fit together in a single design process. Before building physical prototypes, the POC Lab uses finite element method (FEM) simulations to analyze impact performance.
Mips Air Node in POC Cytal helmets
Mips Air Node integrates rotational impact protection directly into the comfort padding. During an angled impact, the padding's attachment points can release locally, allowing movement between the padding and EPS liner. This helps reduce rotational motion transferred to the head.
With the system built into the padding, the helmet's airflow channels stay open for unrestricted ventilation.
Dual-density EPS liner in POC Cytal helmets
The Cytal uses two densities of EPS foam to manage impact forces. Denser foam in the upper section, with reinforcement around the forehead, provides structural support. Lower-density EPS in the lower section helps absorb impact energy.
The reinforced areas deform in a controlled way while maintaining the stability needed for Mips Air Node to work effectively. The design delivers targeted protection without unnecessary bulk.
Integrated wing and airflow channels in POC Cytal helmets
An integrated wing stiffens the shell and directs airflow both over and through the helmet. Deep internal channels use the Venturi effect to accelerate airflow, draw heat away from your head and release warm air through the rear vents.
POC uses computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to refine the aerodynamic shape and ventilation.
Shop POC Cytal helmets at BIKE24
Find the POC Cytal, Cytal Lite and Cytal Carbon in a range of colors and sizes at BIKE24. You can see stock availability on each product page and get fast shipping on in-stock helmets.
Need help with sizing or choosing the right helmet? Our experienced cyclists are happy to help. Explore the POC range and complete your cycling setup.
Frequently asked questions about POC Cytal helmets
Which POC Cytal helmet is right for me?
The Cytal is the versatile choice for training and racing. Choose the Cytal Lite for climbing and hot weather, or the Cytal Carbon for its aerodynamic advantage on fast, flat courses.
What size POC Cytal helmet do I need?
POC Cytal helmets come in S, M and L. Measure your head circumference about 1 cm above your eyebrows and check the size chart on the product page. The 360-degree fit system lets you fine-tune the fit.
Are the POC Cytal team editions technically different?
No. The EF Pro Cycling Edition and Amani Edition share the standard Cytal's construction, EPS liner, Mips Air Node system and ventilation. Only the colors and team designs differ.
Can I store my sunglasses on a POC Cytal helmet?
Yes. Anti-slip pads in the front vents help keep your cycling sunglasses securely in place when you're not wearing them, including during climbs.