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Smith Vantage Mips Snow Helmet - Men's
$164.93Compared to $275.00*Save 40%
Built for alpine touring, the Smith Vantage Mips men's snow helmet adds extra impact protection, plenty of airflow and comfortable Boa® 360° fit system for less distraction in the backcountry.
- Mips® Brain Protection System reduces rotational forces caused by angled impacts to the head
- Lightweight Hybrid SL shell construction offers full coverage protection in a low-profile helmet with reduced volume and weight
- Adjustable climate control with 21 vents helps you dial in the right amount of airflow while the adjustable Boa FS360 fit system ensures a comfortable fit
- Attaches easily to your backcountry ski pack and has a retainer clip to help keep track of your goggles
- Helmet offers goggles integration for maximum airflow and audio compatibility for keeping up with your crew
- Compatible with Aleck, Outdoor Tech and Skullcandy audio systems (not included)
- Nanosilver performance lining; removable ear pads; removable ultralight goggles lock
- Certifications: ASTM F 2040, CE EN 1077:2007 CLASS B, CPSC
Imported.
To find your size, position a tape measure just above your ears and about 1 in. above your eyebrows. Keep the tape level to measure the circumference around the largest part of your head and then find the corresponding size in the Technical specs info.
View all Smith Men's Ski Helmets| Best Use | Snowsports |
|---|---|
| Helmet Style | Snow |
| Helmet Construction | Hybrid |
| Shell Material | Koroyd |
| Head Circumference | S: 20.1-21.7 inches |
| Vents | 21 |
| Visor/Brim | No |
| Weight | 1 lb. 1.5 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Good helmet, weird sizing
Ryan4 years ago
This is a fully featured helmet. It has lots of venting options that are easily adjustable, the BOA adjustment is great, and it's very warm/comfortable.
The sizing for this helmet is *really* off as other people have noted. According to Smith's own sizing guide I should be in the middle range for a medium, but a medium on my head was way too tight. Unless your head measurement is at the *very* bottom of the range, definitely go a size UP.
Ryan
AK
16 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
No Quality Control on size, dissapointed.
Josiah4 years ago
The XL is labelled as 63-67 cm, but with a 61 cm head and a new headache, I can safely say this is a lie. Measuring the circumference of the helmet at max size, it's clear 63 is a stretch at best - this will never see 67 cm.
Josiah
14 people found this review helpful
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Anonymous
How much is your coconut worth to you?
4 years ago
What more can I say. I bought 2, Why? To protect my invaluable coconut, and leave 1 in Japan and keep 1 with me to board elsewhere. It’s the best snow helmet on the planet.
Yes , I recommend this product
Eric
Denver
Nice Upgrade
1 year ago
Nice upgrade to my older Smith helmet of similar design. Two separate vent controls, more robust ear pads, MIPS protection, better goggle retention (elastic rather than snap). Kept me comfortably warm at -5 degF this past weekend and vented nicely at 30 degF a couple of weeks ago. Very pleased with purchase.
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
Paul
Pittsburgh PA
Uncomfortable Due To Poor Padding in the Forehead
1 year ago
95% of the helmet was exceptional, but very uncomfortable in the forehead area. The padding is rather thin and did not extend past the thin plastic that is used for the MIPS system. As a result, the plastic definitely cuts into the forehead area and is very uncomfortable after a while. At best, with extended use the plastic thin plastic pieces will hurt even more as the lining wears. My son and each bought this helmet and we had exactly the same issue. The helmet is relatively expensive and has a lot of great features. Unfortunately, comfort is not one of them. The lining should be an easy fix and hopefully Smith will correct this on future revisions.
Experience Level:Expert
No, I do not recommend this product
Ryan
Alaska
Good helmet, weird sizing
4 years ago
This is a fully featured helmet. It has lots of venting options that are easily adjustable, the BOA adjustment is great, and it's very warm/comfortable. The sizing for this helmet is *really* off as other people have noted. According to Smith's own sizing guide I should be in the middle range for a medium, but a medium on my head was way too tight. Unless your head measurement is at the *very* bottom of the range, definitely go a size UP.
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
David E
Los Angeles, CA
Good but sized small
4 years ago
I measured my head at 24" and got the xl size and it is very snug. Good thing I'm bald or it would never have fit. I think the helmet may be sized with the earpiece removed as that seems like you'd gain an extra 3/4" or so. Other than that I'm enjoying it. I got some smith goggles to go along with it and they fit well with the helmet.
Experience Level:Intermediate
Yes , I recommend this product
there
Vantage MIPS protects like advertised
1 year ago
This is my second vantage helemt this season. The first shattered on a fall I had in Jackson Hole. Thanks goodness I had the MIPS helmet or I would have had a major concussion but with the Vantage obsorbing the entire impact I walked away with no concussion or head injury.
Originally posted on smithoptics.com
DK Skier
Lake Tahoe, CA
Smith Vantage vs Giro Neo
2 years ago
I'm an Asian with 61cm head measurement. The Smith wasn't the Asian fit model. It didn't fit comfortably. Hot spots on the sides. I ended up buying a Giro Neo Asian fit. It fits great and matches perfectly with my Smith I/O MAG XL (Asian Fit) Snow Goggles. I skied a 10°F day this recently and while my toes froze, the Giro kept me warm. However, I've never had a cold head with any helmet. My observations regarding the Smith Vantage vs Giro Neo: 1. The Smith adjustment dial operates more smoothly. 2. The Smith seemed to be more hefty but comparable in weight to the Giro. 3. The Giro was half the cost. 4. Head shape is critical for optimum fit. BTW My buddy (white guy) bought the Smith Vantage and has no complaints.
Experience Level:Expert
Yes , I recommend this product
AndreaL
Denver, CO
Broke after two wears falling from a bench
2 years ago
DO NOT BUY THIS HELMET. This helmet contains a serious design flaw where if the visor is bumped or hit in any way it will shatter under the logo and the adhesive keeping the shell on the helmet will come loose. You may be thinking, that smith would cover this under their warranty and you'd be incorrect. They will offer you 30% off coupon (the same you would receive if you hit a tree at full speed) so you can light more money on fire on their overpriced hemlets which are not structurally sound. How can a helmet that you drop from 2ft and it breaks keep you safe? Save your money.
Experience Level:Expert
No, I do not recommend this product
JustinTN
Dillon, CO
Pricey, Uncomfortable Liner
4 years ago
I have had the Smith Vantage for 2 seasons now. The shell material has proven to be far more durable than the material on the Smith Code helmet which has dents all over it from normal wear and tear. The adjustable vents are a nice touch and have proven to be reliable. The only thing that really holds this helmet back is the liner. It has rigid plastic backing that doesn’t stay in place. It bunches up and becomes uncomfortable. Smith really needs to go back to the drawing board on the liner. My kids helmets cost a fraction of the Vantage and have nice soft liners.
Experience Level:Expert
No, I do not recommend this product
Josiah
No Quality Control on size, dissapointed.
4 years ago
The XL is labelled as 63-67 cm, but with a 61 cm head and a new headache, I can safely say this is a lie. Measuring the circumference of the helmet at max size, it's clear 63 is a stretch at best - this will never see 67 cm.
Experience Level:Expert
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