POC Drops the Cytal Helmet, Cadence and Raceday Collection
POC just released its 2026 EF Pro Cycling limited‑edition Cytal helmet, and it’s exactly what you expect from the team that made pink fast. The new lid arrives in EF’s unmistakable 2026 colorway—signature pink with subtle silver detailing—and is built on one of the safest platforms in the sport. It’s based on “one of the safest road helmets available (5‑star Virginia Tech rating).”
The Cytal is the same race‑day helmet EF’s men’s and women’s squads trust, balancing aero efficiency, advanced ventilation, and lightweight protection. It’s designed for riders who want the performance edge without giving up comfort or visibility in the bunch.
I’m trying one out in black.
A System, Not Just a Helmet
POC is also expanding the ecosystem around the helmet with updates to its Cadence and Raceday collections—two lines built for different kinds of fast.
Cadence Collection
Cadence evolves this season with new pieces aimed at all‑day riders. The line highlights the new female‑specific Cadence Cargo bib shorts with an updated suspender system and the women’s-specific Novus Chamois, designed for “total comfort and convenience on long days in the saddle”.
The line also adds recycled‑fabric jerseys, warmers, and thermal socks for shoulder‑season riding.
Raceday Collection
For riders who live in the drops, the Raceday line returns with compressive recycled fabrics and a fit tuned for aggressive positioning. The Raceday Bib Shorts feature a close fit, raw‑cut leg openings, and the patent‑pending
Novus pad. The Raceday Jersey keeps things light, cool, and fast with a folded neckline and shorter front panel.
- Raceday Bib Shorts — articulated shape, recycled materials, crossover suspenders
- Raceday Jersey — close fit, majority recycled materials, pockets with pillowcase lock.
EF Pink, Ready to Break Away
POC’s EF Pro Cycling gear has always been about visibility—on the road and in the results. The 2026 Spring Summer collection is for everyone else and continues that tradition with a helmet that’s fast, safe, and instantly recognizable. And, high tech kit. As POC put it, “Fast, safe, and unmistakably EF Pro Cycling.”
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