Fast, safe and unmistakably EF Pro Cycling, the newest team edition of the Cytal pairs race-ready performance with EF Pro Cycling’s signature 2026 design. Maximize your performance and inspire your next race and training day with a high-performance cycling helmet that delivers optimized safety, ventilation, and all-day comfort at both low and high speeds. Ready for race day and every day in between, now it’s your turn to break away in pink.

The helmet is the ultimate choice for racers looking for safety, ventilation and airflow to give comfort and both low and high speeds. The road cycling helmet is shaped for efficient ventilation and airflow, and features an integrated wing to support airflow across the head while also enhancing the helmet’s structural stability.

A natural choice for the racing fan, the EF Pro Cycling Edition of the Cytal helmet features a denser top section and thicker zones across the forehead to help minimise deformation during an impact, helping to ensure the Mips Air Node rotational impact protection system works most effectively.

A lower-density EPS is used in the lower sections of the helmet, keeping weight low.

Vital for safety is that the helmet sits comfortably and securely, and therefore it features a 360° fit system, as well as adjustable strap dividers under the ear, so that the fit of each helmet can be tailored for absolute comfort.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Eye garage

High-friction pads at the front of the helmet make it easy to store sunglasses while riding.

Adjustable strap dividers

The strap dividers beneath the ears are fully adjustable, making it easy to find a precise and secure fit.

Adjustable 360° Fit

A lightweight 360° adjustment system makes it easy to find a secure, comfortable fit.

 

Break away in pink

Fast, safe and unmistakably EF Pro Cycling, the newest team edition of the POC’s Cytal helmet pairs race-ready performance with EF Pro Cycling’s signature 2026 design. Maximize your performance and get ready to break away in pink.

 

PROTECTED BY SCIENCE

Finite Element Method (FEM) modeling

Created to question many more safety variables, our FEM process ensures that we deliver products that live up to our internal safety demands and is the process that influenced the carbon wing.

The Cube

The Cube is an internal database containing nearly a million real-world data points used to give us insights into how we can refine the performance of our helmets.

JOURNAL

CFD simulation and testing

Competitive cyclists optimize every pedal stroke to deliver pure forward motion. Several details need to align to create precise forward motion on a bike, such as fitness, power, and technique, all of which are basic building blocks to building speed.

GUIDE

How to choose: Road cycling helmets

A helmet is vital for your safety, but it’s also a fundamental part of forming the perfect kit. Your helmet choice helps to define you as a cyclist, so it’s always important to choose carefully. 

What is the POC Cytal helmet?

The Cytal is the ultimate helmet choice for any rider looking for safety and ventilation at any speed, designed for maximum safety, aerodynamic efficiency and comfort on high-speed rides. Some key features include:

• An integrated wing enhances structural stability and improves airflow both through and around the helmet.
• Designed for road cyclists seeking top-tier protection without compromising weight or ventilation.
• Built to perform in long endurance rides, racing or high-intensity group rides.
• Part of POC’s Whole Helmet Concept™, ensuring fit, protection, and comfort work together.

What safety features does the Cytal helmet have?

The Cytal combines advanced impact protection systems with proven helmet safety standards. Some key safety features include:

• MIPS Air Node technology reduces rotational forces during angled impacts.
• Dual-Density EPS Liner: The helmet liner features two densities of EPS (expanded polystyrene), with a denser upper part and less dense lower section, delivering optimised crash protection.
• Reinforced protective zones protect parts of the head that are more likely to be impacted in a crash.
• Rated 5-stars by Virginia Tech Helmet Ratings, one of the highest scores for road helmets.
• Certified for CPSC 1203 (U.S.) compliance and EN 1078 standards for additional reassurance.

How does the Cytal perform in terms of ventilation?

The Cytal helmet is designed to offer excellent ventilation, keeping riders cool and comfortable during intense efforts.

• The integrated wing to aid airflow and enhance structural stability. With air guided both above and below the helmet, the wing works to improve both aerodynamic performance and ventilation.
• Large airflow channels running through the helmet support airflow across the whole head, ensuring optimal cooling at both low and high speeds.

What is the weight of the Cytal?

The Cytal is a lightweight road helmet, weighing approximately 270 grams in size M/L, ideal for performance-oriented riders.