If you’re looking for a high performance, technologically advanced yet stylish ski or snowboard helmet, you’ll find that Smith ski helmets rate at the top of the slopes.  You might be asking – what makes Smith snow helmets so technically advanced?  Smith’s top of the line ski helmets feature the following:

·         State of the art integration between Smith ski helmets and Smith goggles – Smith guarantees a perfect fit between Smith ski helmets and Smith goggles.  Try it and see for yourself!  No gaps mean that the helmet venting technology works properly between the goggles and the helmet.  Smith’s Airevac 2 system allow for warm, moist air to be released from the top of the goggle into the helmet and out through the helmet’s ventilation system, thus eliminating the possibility of fog in your goggles.

·         Easy to use and effective helmet climate control systems – The new low profile dual regulator climate control, found in the Smith Vantage and Smith Variant helmet models, independently controls the front and rear portions of the helmet.  In cold temperatures, this feature allows you to exhaust heat out the back of your helmet while closing the front vents to keep you warm.  The Adjustable Regulator System found on the Aspect and Arrival models allows you to regulate the amount of airflow in and out of your helmet even while wearing a glove.

·         Advanced electronics technology integration – Smith has teamed up with Skullcandy, the leader in audio technology for the action sports enthusiast, to provide you with superior audio ski helmet technology. Whether you are looking for a standard wired audio system for your ski helmet or more advanced wireless bluetooth ski helmet accessories, Smith has done a fabulous job of integrating today’s technology into their helmets.  Each Skullcandy electronic system is sold separately and includes a “snap fit kit” for super easy installation into most Smith Ski helmets.

·         Natural, anti-odor and temperature regulating X Static helmet lining – the Smith ski helmet lining found in certain models is made from the patented X-Static fiber –a chemical-free textile fiber made using pure silver which inhibits the growth of odor causing fungi and bacteria.  The X-Static fiber also has the best heat transfer properties on the market, helping you to stay warmer in winter and cooler in summer. 

·         Proper fit is ensured with Smith’s Helmet Fit System – The patented boa fit system, a soft plastic flexible plate located on the back of most Smith ski helmets, can be easily squeezed or expanded with one hand to ensure the perfect fit with the back of the head.  Additionally, Smith ski helmets are available in a range of sizes from two sizes of youth ski helmets to 4 adult sizes.  A proper fitting ski helmet is essential to providing protection for you and your family.

Please check out our handy Smith ski helmet chart which compares all of the Smith helmet features across all of their models to help you decide which helmet is right for you.

*Not all Smith ski helmets have every feature listed above.  Please refer to each model specifications to determine which features are included. 

Smith manufactures a range of ski helmets for men, women as well as youth ski helmets, in a range of colors from black to blue ski helmets.  Whether you’re jamming the rails slopestyle, riding your board or carving expertly down the mountain, Smith has the perfect helmet for you. Check out a summary of some of the current models of Smith ski helmets below. 

Smith Vantage – introduced Fall 2011, the Smith Vantage helmet is the newest member and most technologically advanced in the Smith ski helmet family.   It has all the awesome features of the Smith Variant helmet but at a super light weight.  Weighing in at only 15.5 ounces, the Smith Vantage ski helmet is 14% lighter than the Smith Variant.  Available in 12 colors.

Smith Variant – brought to market in the fall 2009, the Smith Variant helmet and the Smith Variant Brim ski helmet styles have all the top features in the Smith helmet lineup.  Anti-fogging goggle / helmet integration with the Smith AirEvac 2 system, easy and comfortable Boa helmet adjustment ensures a great fit, super high tech shell construction and state of the art climate control system.  Both the Smith Variant and Smith Variant Brim helmets are available in 8 color options.  The Smith Variant is also available in a women’s ski helmet.

Smith Maze – If you’re looking for the lightest ski helmet on the market, you’ve found it with the Smith Maze.  Weighing in at only 11.5 ounces, this is the lightest certified helmet on the market today.  However, the Smith Maze ski helmet still embodies many of the high tech features found on some of Smith’s other models.

Smith Transport – Get a snow helmet made with Smith technology but at an affordable price. 

And best of all, there is a lifetime guarantee on all Smith ski helmets!  Smith will repair or replace your Smith snow helmet free of charge if you every experience a manufacturer’s defect in materials or workmanship. Unfortunately Smith can’t be held responsible if your Smith ski helmet is lost, stolen, dropped, shattered, sat on, or chewed on by your pet.  So the lifetime warranty doesn’t cover these unfortunate situations.   If you have any questions about your warranty, you can contact Smith directly at warranty@smithoptics.com

Smith Optics, the manufacturer and designer of Smith ski helmets, began as a single line ski goggle company in 1965, expanded to include snow helmets in 2005, and now sells a full range of goggles, sunglasses, protective eyewear, helmets, apparel and packs in over 50 countries around the globe.   Smith has expanded its reach across a range of sports including biking, kayaking, motocross, skiing, snowboarding, surfing, skateboarding and wakeboarding.  Smith has set the standard for high performance, quality goggles and eyewear. 

In addition to Smith, Bob’s Ski Chalet is also an authorized retailer of Giro ski helmets, Salomon ski helmets and R.E.D. ski helmet models.   Check out our informative articles if you’d like to learn more about ski helmet pros and cons, ski helmet reviews, how to measure your head for a helmet or how to buy a ski helmet.  Interested in ski helmets with speakers?  Bob’s carries ski electronic accessories by Skullcandy which are made to specifically fit your Smith helmet.  If you have any questions, please give us a ring.