Visibility matters when you're sharing roads with distracted drivers, but most riders treat helmet lights as an afterthought—a clunky accessory bolted on as an ugly necessity. POC collaborated with Knog to design the Amidal around rear lighting from the start, integrating a dedicated mount that positions a Knog lamp at the optimal height and angle for maximum visibility. The result is a helmet that accepts a light as seamlessly as it accepts your head, eliminating the aftermarket bracket awkwardness that turns otherwise sleek lids into Frankenstein creations.

Beyond the lighting integration, the Amidal takes a refreshingly restrained approach to road helmet design. Where POC's higher-end models like the Cytal and Procen push aerodynamic optimization with pronounced shapes and complex vent structures, the Amidal scales things back to a slim silhouette that prioritizes clean aesthetics without abandoning performance. The resulting profile sits closer to your head than many POC helmets, creating a less pronounced mushroom effect that translates to a more flattering look across different head shapes and face proportions. This scaled-down approach doesn't sacrifice protection—POC maintained their commitment to impact management through reinforced zones positioned at the rear of the helmet where crash data shows impacts frequently occur.

The interior receives MIPS Air Node technology, POC's implementation of the rotational impact protection system that uses strategically placed low-friction pads rather than a full plastic liner. Air Node reduces weight compared to traditional MIPS configurations while still allowing the helmet shell to move independently from your head during angled impacts, addressing the rotational forces that contribute to concussion injuries. The EPS foam liner balances density across the helmet structure—denser where impacts are likely, lighter where weight savings make sense—creating a naturally balanced feel that avoids the front-heavy sensation some helmets produce.... Read More