Smith Bike Helmet Technology

Protection

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Anatomy of a Helmet

A lot of technology goes into our helmets to help keep you safe out there. Swipe through to learn more about the layers of a helmet, what these safety features are, and what they do. 
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EPS

EPS stands for expanded polystyrene foam, which protects your head by slowing it down and helping to dissipate impact forces.
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KOROYD®

This honeycomb-like layer is a true energy absorber that converts kinetic energy by crushing, which results in better energy absorption in the event of an impact.

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Mips®

Mips® stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System. The core of this layer is a low friction layer that allows the head to move 10-15 mm relative to the helmet in all directions, reducing rotational motion to the brain.

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Complete Protection

The most robust option that utilizes Koroyd throughout the entirety of the helmet shell.
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Zonal Protection

Helmets that feature targeted, strategic placement of Koroyd to offer impact absorption where you may need it most.
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E-Bike Certified Protection

NTA-8776 or E-Bike helmet certification is a Dutch-created safety agreement that protects against higher impact speeds and covers a larger part of the head.
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Traditional Protection

Lightweight EPS protection.

Ultimate Integration

Smith helmets and sunglasses work together to bring you the ultimate integration for a seamless fit.

Goggle Integration

Thanks to a channel across the back of the helmet that aligns with the proper position of the goggle strap, Smith MTB goggles stay put while riding.


A three-position visor featured on most Smith MTB helmets rotates up to allow for goggle storage.

Sunglasses Integration

Smith performance eyewear is easily stored on the front or back of the helmet.


Eyewear temples slide into channels on sides of the helmet, holding your eyewear in place for those grueling climbs.

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Maximum Airflow

Goggles and glasses fog when standard helmets trap warm moist air around your eye area. Smith's AirEvac ventilation systems generate maximum airflow and pull that warm, fog-causing air, away from your face, through the AirEvac channels.

Rear Exhaust Ventilation

Our AirEvac ventilation system not only moves that warm air away from your face, but it also exhausts it at the furthest distance possible from your eyewear at the back of your helmet. Ultimate integration between eyewear and helmet from start to finish.

Accessories and Parts

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Forefront 2 Camera/Light Mount

Compatible with both GoPro® cameras and Light & Motion® lights, this dual-purpose mounting kit securely adheres to the Smith Forefront 2 helmet using adhesive or mechanical attachment.

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Express Light

The Express Light fits into the rear vent of the Smith Express MIPS and Express Helmet. This light may be used as a replacement for your original Express MIPS rear vent light or as an upgrade to your Express Helmet.

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