Smith Rodeo Ski Helmet
Rodeo family · 26/27
Technology
Advanced ABS Construction
A durable ABS hard shell built to handle the routine wear and tear of a resort season while adding all-around impact protection.
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. Select colorways come without Mips.
Micro-Adjustable Dial Fit System
A dial at the back of the helmet tunes the size on the go, so you can tighten or loosen the fit over a beanie without taking the lid off.
Ten fixed vents are placed to work with a Smith goggle, channeling airflow through the goggle interface for consistent, fog-free vision.
Features
- ·Durable ABS hard shell built to handle routine wear and tear
- ·Mips reduces rotational forces from angled impacts
- ·Micro-adjustable dial fit system for on-the-go sizing
- ·Removable ear pads for form-fitting comfort
- ·Ten fixed vents work with your goggles for fog-free vision
- ·Designed for integration with Smith goggles
- ·Aleck audio system compatible
- ·Also offered in a Round Contour Fit for rounder head shapes
- ·Select colorways available without Mips at a lower price
The Smith Rodeo is Smith’s value all-mountain lid, and the story is a tough, simple build: a durable ABS hard shell made to shrug off the routine knocks and scrapes of a resort season, paired with a micro-adjustable dial fit you can tune on the go. Most colorways carry Mips to manage the rotational forces of an angled impact, and select colorways come without Mips at a lower price. Certification is ASTM F2040 plus CE EN 1077:2007 Class B, the all-mountain standard.
The Rodeo keeps the fit and venting straightforward. The dial at the back tightens or loosens the shell over a beanie without pulling the helmet off, the ear pads are removable for a form-fitting feel, and ten fixed vents are placed to work with a Smith goggle so your lens stays fog-free. The lid is Aleck audio compatible, ships with a Smith helmet bag, and comes in a Round Contour Fit for rounder heads alongside the standard shape.
This is the lid for a resort skier who wants a durable shell, Mips, and a dial fit at a value price without paying for premium construction. If you want a lighter helmet with zonal Koroyd energy management, the Smith Method Mips uses an in-mold shell and comes in lighter, though it trades away the Rodeo’s micro-adjustable dial and steps up in price. Skiers who want vents they can open and close through the day should look at an adjustable-vent Smith lid like the Vantage 2. The Rodeo weighs about 550g in size M, so it is not the choice for a gram-counter.
Safety — read this
No helmet prevents all injury. The Rodeo meets ASTM F2040 and EN 1077:2007 Class B; Mips is a rotational-impact system that reduces the rotational forces of an angled impact, not a guarantee, and it is separate from those certifications. Replace any helmet after a significant impact even if it looks undamaged, and check that the dial fit sits snug and level before you ride.
Strengths
- +Durable ABS shell handles routine resort wear and tear
- +Mips reduces rotational forces from angled impacts
- +Micro-adjustable dial fit tunes size on the go
- +Ten fixed vents work with a Smith goggle against fogging
- +Value price, with a lower-cost option without Mips
Best For
All-mountain and resort skiers who want a durable ABS lid with Mips, a micro-adjustable dial fit, and value pricing.
Limitations
- −Heavier 550g ABS shell than light in-mold lids
- −Ten fixed vents cannot close on cold days
- −No Koroyd energy-absorbing layer at this tier
Not For
Skiers chasing the lightest possible lid or Koroyd energy management — the Smith Method Mips suits that — and anyone who wants vents they can open and close through the day.
Specs
- Weight
- 550g / 19oz (size M)
- Construction
- Durable ABS hard shell
- Rotational Protection
- Mips (select colorways offered without Mips)
- Fit System
- Micro-adjustable dial fit system
- Ventilation
- 10 fixed vents
- Goggle Integration
- Designed for Smith goggle integration
- Ear Pads
- Removable ear pads
- Audio
- Aleck audio system 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
- Included
- Smith helmet bag
Common Questions
- How much does the Smith Rodeo weigh?
- About 550g / 19oz in size M. Its ABS hard-shell construction is durable but heavier than a light in-mold lid.
- Does the Smith Rodeo have Mips?
- Most colorways carry Mips, and select colorways are offered without Mips at a lower price. Mips reduces the rotational forces of an angled impact; it is not a certification.
- Does the Rodeo have a dial fit?
- Yes. It uses a micro-adjustable dial fit system that tunes the size on the go, plus removable ear pads for a form-fitting feel.
- Can I close the vents on the Rodeo?
- No. The Rodeo has ten fixed vents placed to work with your goggles for fog-free vision. If you want vents you can open and close, look at an adjustable-vent Smith lid like the Vantage 2.
- Is there a Round Contour Fit for the Rodeo?
- Yes. The Rodeo is offered in a Round Contour Fit tuned for rounder head shapes, alongside the standard fit.
