Smith Method Mips Ski Helmet
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Technology
In-Mold Construction
The outer shell is fused to the EPS foam liner in one lightweight piece, which is how the Method comes in at 400g — lighter than a hard-shell lid.
Koroyd (Zonal)
Welded co-polymer tubes that crumple on impact to absorb energy while staying open for airflow, placed in the Method’s key impact zones rather than full coverage.
Mips
A low-friction layer inside the helmet that lets it move a few millimeters on an angled impact, designed to reduce the rotational forces that reach your head.
AirEvac Ventilation
Smith’s goggle-integration venting that channels warm air out of the goggle interface to cut lens fogging, fed here by eight fixed vents.
Features
- ·Light 400g in-mold shell for all-day comfort
- ·Zonal Koroyd plus Mips for impact and rotational management
- ·Self-adjusting fit that flexes to your head shape — no dial to set
- ·AirEvac goggle integration with eight fixed vents
- ·Removable Snapfit SL2 ear pads, audio-chip compatible
- ·Removable goggle strap lock; beanie and Aleck audio compatible
- ·Also offered in a Round Contour Fit for rounder head shapes
- ·Select colorways available without Mips at a lower price
The Smith Method Mips is Smith’s value all-mountain lid, and the story is weight: an in-mold shell that fuses the outer shell to the EPS liner in one piece brings it to 400g in size M — noticeably lighter than a hard-shell helmet. Zonal Koroyd sits in the key impact zones to absorb energy and keep airflow moving, and Mips manages the rotational forces of an angled impact. Certification is ASTM F2040 plus CE EN 1077:2007 Class B, the same all-mountain standard the pricier Smith lids carry.
The Method keeps the fit and venting simple. Instead of a dial, it uses a self-adjusting fit system that flexes to your head shape, so there is nothing to tighten — you put it on and go. Eight fixed vents feed Smith’s AirEvac channel to keep a Smith goggle from fogging, the Snapfit SL2 ear pads come out and take an audio chip, and a removable goggle strap lock cleans up the back of the shell. It is beanie compatible for cold mornings.
This is the lid for a skier who wants Koroyd-and-Mips protection and a light, no-fuss helmet without paying for adjustable hardware. If you want a dial fit and vents you can open and close through the day, step up to the Smith Vantage 2, which adds a BOA 360 dial, dual-regulator venting, and full Koroyd coverage. If you ride mostly cold, quiet days where you never touch a vent, the fixed vents here are plenty. It also comes in a Round Contour Fit for rounder heads.
Safety — read this
No helmet prevents all injury. The Method meets ASTM F2040 and EN 1077:2007 Class B; Koroyd and Mips are impact-management systems, not guarantees. Replace any helmet after a significant impact even if it looks undamaged, and check that the self-adjusting fit sits snug and level before you ride.
Strengths
- +Light 400g in-mold shell, easy to wear all day
- +Zonal Koroyd and Mips at an entry price
- +Self-adjusting fit — nothing to dial in
- +AirEvac venting keeps a Smith goggle clear
- +Removable Snapfit SL2 ear pads take an audio chip
Best For
All-mountain and park skiers who want light Koroyd-and-Mips protection and a simple, no-dial fit at an entry price.
Limitations
- −Eight fixed vents — no way to close them on cold days
- −No dial fit; the Vantage 2 adjusts more precisely
- −Zonal Koroyd, not the full coverage of the Vantage 2
Not For
Skiers who want adjustable venting or a dial fit — the Smith Vantage 2 suits that — and anyone whose head shape needs the Round Contour Fit, which is a separate version.
Specs
- Weight
- 400g / 14oz (size M)
- Construction
- Lightweight in-mold (shell fused to EPS)
- Protection
- Zonal Koroyd coverage
- Rotational Protection
- Mips (select colorways offered without Mips)
- Fit System
- Self-adjusting lifestyle fit (no dial)
- Ventilation
- 8 fixed vents
- Goggle Integration
- AirEvac ventilation
- Ear Pads
- Removable Snapfit SL2 (audio-chip compatible)
- Certifications
- ASTM F2040 · CE EN 1077:2007 Class B
- Sizes
- S 51–55 · M 55–59 · L 59–63 · XL 63–67 cm
- Fit Options
- Standard + Round Contour Fit
- Extras
- Removable goggle strap lock · beanie compatible · Aleck compatible
- Included
- Smith helmet bag
Common Questions
- How much does the Smith Method weigh?
- About 400g in size M. Its in-mold construction fuses the shell to the EPS liner in one piece, which keeps it light.
- Does the Smith Method have a dial fit?
- No. The Method uses a self-adjusting fit system that flexes to your head shape. For a dial, step up to the Smith Vantage 2 with its BOA 360 system.
- Does the Method have Koroyd and Mips?
- Yes — zonal Koroyd in the key impact zones plus Mips for rotational-impact management. Select colorways come without Mips at a lower price.
- Can I close the vents on the Method?
- No. The Method has eight fixed vents. If you want to open and close airflow, the Smith Vantage 2 has adjustable dual regulators.
- Is there a Round Contour Fit for the Method?
- Yes. The Method comes in a Round Contour Fit tuned for rounder head shapes, alongside the standard fit.
