Smith Unveils New Trail-Focused Payroll Helmet

Lightweight Half Shell Design for Enduro, Trail, and e-MTB rides

Drop into banked corners and confidently roll flowy singletracks in Smith’s new Payroll helmet. The half-shell design offers complete coverage and the most advanced protection technologies for enduro, trail, and e-MTB rides.

The lightweight in-mold construction houses internal zonal Koroyd coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing, and ventilated impact protection, while the addition of the MIPS Brain Protection System reduces rotational forces caused by angled impacts to the head in the event of a crash. In addition to CPSC and CE EN 1078 certifications, the Payroll is also NTA-8776 e-bike certified, which tests helmets at higher speeds to support impact protection when riding with motorized assistance.

Designed for ultimate integration with Smith performance eyewear and goggles, the Payroll offers maximum comfort, venting, and storage convenience, including the three-position adjustable visor to generously accommodate sunglasses or goggles between runs.

Additional features include an Iconic+ antimicrobial lining that absorbs perspiration and controls sweat-activated odor during long days on the trail. For fine-tuning comfort on the fly, Smith’s VaporFit® system provides 270-degree fit adjustment and generous vents with internal air channels to keep riders cool when charging uphill and focused on the descent.

Available in five inline color options (MSRP $200) – plus a new Matte Black/Topo design in partnership with Aleck® (MSRP $220) – integrating the new Aleck CS intelligent impact crash sensor directly into the helmet’s fit system. The Aleck crash sensor measures impact forces, confirms your status, and sends an emergency message with your GPS location if necessary. The Aleck crash sensor connects to your chosen contacts via the free Aleck phone app as well as any other Aleck app users within a 1.8-mile radius; no subscription is required.

The new Payroll helmet (Weight: 14oz/400g, size medium) is available now at select retailers worldwide and online at smithoptics.com.

• Protection
  • Complete KOROYD coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing, and ventilated impact protection
  • Mips Brain Protection System reduces rotational forces caused by angled impacts to the head.
  • The integrated skeletal structure creates a roll cage for added strength and impact protection.
  • NTA8776 E-bike, CPSC, CE EN 1078, and AS/NZS2063 certified
• Fit / Integration
  • Designed for ultimate integration with Smith performance eyewear and goggles for maximum comfort, venting, and storage convenience
  • AirEvac ventilation system integrates with Smith goggles and eyewear for fog-free lenses
  • VaporFit dial adjustment system offers 270-degree fit adjustment with the turn of a dial
• Features
  • 19 fixed vents for consistent airflow
  • Three-position adjustable visor
  • Ionic+ antimicrobial lining offers sweat-activated odor control
  • Lightweight, low-bulk single-layer webbing
  • The Y-Strap divider keeps helmet straps flat and close to the face
  • Front eyewear storage channels
  • Weight (Size M, Mips): 14 oz / 400 g

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