Name: Smith Session MIPS Helmet
Brand: Smith
SKU: AgAAADAAaUoi4QgcSO-P8OMdOnsIzQ
Price: 170 USD
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is the most comfortable MTB helmet?

Accepted Answer

Mountain bike helmets are an essential part of your riding kit. Comfort is a personal preference, but lightweight models from POC are known as some of the most comfortable models available.

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There is no such thing as one MTB helmet that is the most comfortable because there are so many different shapes of heads with different needs. That said, generally people love POC, Smith and Giro helmets for mountain biking.

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There is no simple answer for what is going to be the most comfortable helmet for every rider. There are plenty of fantastic brands that produce excellent quality helmets such as POC, Giro, Smith, Fox, and many more. Typically, the higher quality the helmet, the better fit system or retention system it is going to have. These systems can lead to more adjustability and a better overall fit. I would highly recommend looking for the nicest helmet you can afford and getting one that features MIPS or a similar technology.

Question 2

Should you buy a helmet without MIPS?

Accepted Answer

MIPS makes helmet safety systems that are used by over 140 brands. MIPS helmets utilize a low friction layer inside of the helmet that moves 10-15mm on certain angled impacts to help reduce the rotational forces on the head. By transferring these rotational forces to your helmet instead of your brain, MIPS is better able to protect you in a crash. Helmets without MIPS do not have this extra level of safety but undergo the same safety ratings as helmets with a MIPS system.

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I would not buy a helmet without MIPS ( Multi-directional Impact Protection System). I have had many high-end helmets through the years, and recently bought a POC with MIPS after an accident I had involving a car. Your head is the most important thing on your body so why not use the most up to date technology when comes to protecting it.

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MIPS is a system to reduce concussions in bike crashes. While helmets are still sold without the MIPS system, you should choose a helmet with MIPS - it's not much more expensive and will keep you safer in an accident.

Question 3

What is MIPS Smith?

Accepted Answer

MIPS makes helmet safety systems that are used by over 140 brands. MIPS stands for Multi-Directional Impact Protection System. MIPS helmets utilize a low friction layer inside of the helmet that moves 10-15mm on certain angled impacts to help reduce the rotational forces on the head. By transferring these rotational forces to your helmet instead of your brain, MIPS is able better protect you in a crash. Companies like Smith use MIPS systems in some of their helmets to add extra safety to their helmet designs.

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MIPS stands for Multi Impact Protection System and helps reduce the risk of concussions in the unfortunate event of a crash. Some Smith helmets have MIPS installed.

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Multi Directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) in a Smith helmet is a sublayer of the helmet that is designed to reduce rotational trauma to the neck and brain in the event of an impact. MIPS is a technology that is available from a number of helmet manufacturers, not just Smith and overall the technology has been proven to reduce trauma by more than 10%

Question 4

Is it worth paying the extra for MIPS helmet?

Accepted Answer

MIPS is an independent company that sells its safety systems to helmet manufacturers. MIPS utilizes a low friction layer inside of the helmet that moves 10-15mm on certain angled impacts to help reduce the rotational forces on the head. By transferring these rotational forces to your helmet instead of your brain, MIPS helmets are better able to protect you in a crash. MIPS helmets have added technology with an added cost but offer better protection for your head. MIPS helmets are worth paying for.

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MIPS is another layer of safety for a helmet, and for the modest increase in price is worth the extra expense. MIPS stands for multi-directional protection system and as of 2021 was being sued by over 140 brands and found in over 880 different models of helmets across cycling, snow and equestrian. The price difference between a MIPS and non-MIPS helmet is around $20, so well worth the added safety.

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Yes MIPS is worth paying extra. Multi-Directional Impact Protection System (MIPS) is a feature that is designed uniquely to each helmet to reduce to possibility of rotational trauma caused to the neck and brain during the event of an impact. Studies have shown that MIPS reduces impact trauma by at least 10% and the technology is always being researched and improved by helmet manufacturers.

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