
Abus Urban-I 3.0
The commuter pick — a comfortable city helmet with a built-in rear light and everyday practicality
Key characteristics
Highlights
- ✓ Integrated rechargeable LED rear light
- ✓ Comfortable, semi-covered commuter shape
- ✓ Fidlock magnetic buckle for one-handed use
- ✓ Good padding and adjustable fit
Our take
For city and commuter riding the Urban-I 3.0 is the sensible choice: the built-in rear light means one less thing to clip on, the shape covers more of your head than a race helmet, and the magnetic buckle is easy with gloves. It's heavier and less ventilated than a road helmet, but for everyday urban riding it's ideal.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- + Built-in rechargeable rear light
- + Comfortable commuter coverage
- + Easy Fidlock magnetic buckle
- + Good value
Cons
- − Heavier than road helmets
- − Less ventilation for hard efforts
- − No MIPS liner
Review sources
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