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Smith
Forefront 2 Mips Helmet

4.5 out of 5 stars
24 Reviews
Current price: $149.98 - $150.00 Original price: $250.00
40% off
Color:Matte Slate/Fool's Gold/Terra

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Why We Like The Forefront 2 MIPS Helmet

Mountain biking protective gear is constantly being re-engineered to be lighter, stronger, and sleeker, seeing demanding trail and all-mountain riders want more comfortable helmets without sacrificing good looks. Following this evolution in design, the Smith Forefront 2 MIPS Helmet builds on the success of the original with increased aerodynamics, heightened protection, and airy-cool ventilation in a sleek, attractive lid for trail and all-mountain disciplines.


Smith's proprietary Aerocore In-Mold construction pairs traditional EPS foam with Koroyd tubular structures for better ventilation and a lighter overall weight, but without sacrificing impact dispersion and structural integrity. For the Forefront 2 Helmet, Smith fully encompasses the backside of the helmet with Koroyd structures for an even lighter, more airy feel than before. 20 optimized vents work with Koroyd tubular structures, allowing built-up heat to readily escape in all directions, so you're not susceptible to overheating and excessive sweating.


Details

  • Smith's premiere helmet for trail and all-mountain
  • MIPS low-friction liner disperses rotational forces
  • Aerocore In-Mold design is light, breathable, rugged
  • 20 large vents with Koroyd for increased breathability
  • Three-position visor is compatible with enduro goggles
  • VaporFit adjustable fit system for a customized fit
  • X-Static anti-odor lining with Reflective Cooling
  • Item #SMI00HV
Visor
three-position adjustable visor
Certifications
Complies with U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older, CE EN 1078
Fit Adjustment
VaporFit adjustable fit system
Ventilation
20 AirEvac vents
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime
Claimed Weight
12oz
Shell Material
Aerocore In-Mold construction

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 24 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 1 reviews
2 Stars - 0 reviews
3 Stars - 2 reviews
4 Stars - 4 reviews
5 Stars - 17 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

February 14, 2024

I enjoy the look and

I enjoy the look and the fit with the MIPS feature. it functions nicely

there
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

4 out of 5 stars

February 6, 2024

Used it today for first

Used it today for first time. Very comfortable and cool at 30 degrees Celsius. My only issue was on a bumpy descent it kept bouncing and knocked my sunglasses off. The Mips part fits perfectly. Wondering if the outdoor helmet part is the wrong size.

Sandra
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

5 out of 5 stars

February 6, 2024

Comfortable and light

I like this helmet for its comfort and full round protection and it is very light. The dial at the back snugs the fit so it doesn’t shift while riding. The back of the helmet goes down far so it doesn’t sit like an egg on your head. The only thing I would improve on is the length of the visor, although most visors seem to be similar. I jimmy-rigged another larger visor over the top because my eyes are very sun sensitive.

Saskia
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

5 out of 5 stars

September 28, 2023

Favorite Helmet Ever

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Love this helmet. Became my all-time favorite after only a couple of rides. Comfortable, cool feelin' and cool lookin'. Best of all, it helps keep the ol' noggin intact!

Holden H
Backcountry.com

Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com

5 out of 5 stars

July 28, 2023

Solid helmet

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Very well made, M size fits me perfect.

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Sash S
Backcountry.com

Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com

1 out of 5 stars

June 19, 2023

Unhappy

Ordered this helmet according to their sizing chart, helmet is too small… Smith will not offer an exchange or anything. Their solution is that I just buy another helmet… I will never do business with this company again. It’s easy to take someone’s money, but it’s not so easy apparently to take care of their customer.

CH
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

5 out of 5 stars

May 3, 2023

The perfect helmet for bike polo

I bought this helmet for my husband and partner in our bike shop. When he turned 50 he decided to start riding track AND started playing bike polo (Don't know what it is? Youtube "Hardcourt bike polo". You're in a for a treat). I wanted a helmet that would give him maximum protection. With the MIPS and the Koroyd tubing, this is perfect. I discovered the technology and the helmet when I was doing research for a blog on concussion and protecting your head. If the fighter pilots are good with this tech, so are we. Excellent helmet. (And, we were pleasantly surprised by the colour. The orange wasn't as bright as we thought it would be.)

Jenn M.
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

4 out of 5 stars

March 29, 2023

Sunburn

Fantastic helmet, comfortable and great venting. My only complaint is the opening at the very top that gave the very top of my head a 1.5 inch square of sunburn. This opening could have had a mesh cover or been made on an angle to prevent this. I would have rated it 5 stars if it weren’t for this little problem.

Tom
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

5 out of 5 stars

December 20, 2022

First Class protection.

First Smith for me, but not the last. I've been wearing a size M Bontrager (350g), and my main gripe is the visor didn't extend far enough to shield my face against the Florida sun. The Forefront 2 size L (400g) definitely has the better visor, and it solidly locks into 3 different positions. The Smith is a much cooler helmet, with substantial air flow even at lower speeds. At this price point, I was expecting a magnetic latch. It's equiped with the old faithful snap-in type latch, which is plenty sturdy.The helmet extends farther down the neck in back, which is a plus, as far as I'm concerned. The ratchet wheel works great and holds securly. When I first put it on, it felt a bit heavy. Once underway, the 50g extra weight wasn't noticeable. After 15 minutes, I didn't even think about it. MIPS equiped, and has a camera mounting location. I found the Ionic+ lining was a little rough textured and 'scratchy' on my shaved head, so I wear a sweat wicking bike cap under it. That's my preference anyway, so it's not really a negative. EN 1078 certified. It's a solid helmet, and I'm looking at other styles of Smith, to add to my selection.

Butch
smithoptics.com

Originally reviewed on smithoptics.com

3 out of 5 stars

November 22, 2022

Concussion helmet

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

Wasn't thrilled with how this helmet handled a hard crash that ended up with me in the ER with a severe concussion. The black honeycomb inside didn't compress, it instead cracked. After doing my research, this helmet is very poorly rated on a crash test done by Virginia Tech (look it up).

rachael r
Backcountry.com

Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com