Giro At The 2026 Winter Olympics

Giro At The 2026 Winter Olympics

Winter Olympics 2026: History Made by Giro Athletes

For two weeks, the world has watched the best athletes from across the globe convene in Italy. After hundreds of rounds of competition, against the jagged profile of the Dolomites, Giro athletes stood proudly on the podiums of the Olympic Games. Over 60 Giro athletes competed in the Milano-Cortina Winter Games, leaving their mark in the history books and bringing home 11 Olympic medals.

 

Charlotte Wilson & Mela Stalker




Scotty James

After earning a bronze medal in snowboard halfpipe in PyeongChang 2018 and silver in Beijing 2022, James came into Milano-Cortina 2026 with his sights firmly set on Gold. Fresh off tying Shaun White’s X Games record of five Superpipe wins (which James accomplished consecutively,) he arrived in Italy with plenty of momentum as he faced off against a dominant contingent from Japan. After falling in his first run, he laid down an incredible second run earning a score of 93.50 - just barely short of leader Yuto Totsuka. James had one final chance and his third run was spectacular until he slid out on his last trick, a backside double cork 1620, which had never been completed in the Olympics. Agonizingly close, but his Silver medal makes James the most decorated Australian Winter Olympian.

 

Megan Oldham

Megan has won Olympic Gold in Women’s Freeski Big Air. After a frustrating experience in 2022 Beijing, where she came close to an Olympic medal but finished just off the podium in 4th place, Megan vaulted to the top step in 2026, beating out China’s Eileen Gu and Italy’s own Flora Tabanelli. Due to heavy wind and snow, the competitors had been forced to wait more than an hour to begin their runs. When the flag finally dropped, Megan was able to stomp two incredible tricks: first, a switch double cork 1260, and in her second run, an opposite left double cork 1260. 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

SAFETY

Does MIPS provide protection for multiple impacts?

No. The MIPS® BPS is not a multi-impact technology, and currently there is no helmet that can guarantee to be truly “multi-impact”.

Do I have to have a big crash to be at risk of brain injury?

No, because every impact is a unique event and every rider is different. Nobody can say when, where or how a crash will occur, or how severe the impact might be. But we do know that brain injuries often happen in an instant and without excess speed or force.

Does a MIPS helmet prevent concussions?

We wish it was possible to claim that helmets could be 100% effective. But the truth is that NO HELMET CAN PREVENT ALL INJURIES, and there is no standard threshold for defining a concussion. Every impact is a unique event involving many factors that cannot be predicted, and every rider is a unique being. While helmets are proven to be up to 85% effective according to valid studies, it is not possible to claim that a helmet can prevent a brain injury in every case.

TECHNOLOGY

What is Spherical MIPS?

Developed at the Bell+Giro Dome in partnership with MIPS®, Spherical Technology’s unique Ball-and-Socket design, powered by MIPS, redirects impact forces, bringing market leading design, performance and brain protection together without compromising comfort, ventilation, weight or style. It’s available in our most premium helmets road, mountain, ski and snowboard helmets.

Is MIPS exclusive to Giro helmets? Does Giro own MIPS?

MIPS® Technology is a step forward in helmet design, and a market-leading technology. We do not have any ownership in MIPS. But unlike other brands, we don’t simply add this “off the shelf technology” to our existing helmets. Giro™ helmets equipped with the MIPS BPS are designed specifically with MIPS from the start, and many models incorporate unique features and benefits, including what we call Integrated MIPS® and Spherical Technology™, that are only possible because we’ve spent years collaborating with the designers behind MIPS

PERFORMANCE & STANDARDS

Does MIPS add weight or compromise comfort?

The system is unique to each helmet model, and designed to work without compromising fit, function or ventilation compared to a traditional helmet. There is some added weight, but it’s only a few grams per helmet.

Can I add MIPS to my existing helmet?

No. The MIPS® is permanently integrated into the helmet when it is built, and it cannot be retrofitted.

Do MIPS helmets meet global standards?

All helmets must meet the required standards for the market they are sold in, regardless of whether they include the MIPS BPS or not. The MIPS® BPS does not affect standards requirements or certification, but it can provide an additional measure of protection in certain impacts.

Does the MIPS system require special care?

You should inspect your helmet regularly for any signs of damage, especially after a fall. If you have any questions about the condition of a helmet, please contact us to set-up an inspection.