Category: Helmets
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First Impressions – Smith Optics Vantage 2 Mips Ski Helmet
From powder days to carving laps, SMITH Optics introduces the all-new Vantage 2, a long-awaited update to the original hybrid construction snow helmet that instantly became a brand best-seller. The Vantage 2 features SMITH Optics unique hybrid shell construction, combining three separate pieces that fuse tough bombshell ABS with flyweight in-mold technology, optimizing the favorable…
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25 Years of Superior Equipment with Sweet Protection’s Block Party Collection
Live to Play Another Day – 25 Years of Superior Equipment Life’s too short for anything but sweet adventures, and for the last 25 years, we’ve been crafting gear that keeps you safe for those epic moments. Our anniversary collection features seven unique, hydro-dipped pieces that are one-of-a-kind – no two are alike, just like…
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Introducing the Smith Vantage 2 Ski Helmet
Progression, Performance & Protection: Smith Introduces the all-new Vantage 2 Helmet Portland, OR (Fall/Winter 2025) – From powder days to carving laps, SMITH introduces the all-new Vantage 2, a long-awaited update to the original hybrid construction snow helmet that instantly became a brand best-seller. First launched in Winter 2011, the Vantage 2 builds upon its…
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SMITH Celebrates 60 Years of Pursuing Your Thrill
Announcing the Launch of Best-Selling Innovation Icons SMITH – industry leader of advanced eyewear and helmets for snow, bike, and outdoor pursuits – is excited to celebrate 60 years of pioneering products that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance, and timeless aesthetics. Founded in Sun Valley, Idaho, in Winter 1965 with the invention of the first…
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Sweet Protection Unveils Special Edition Hyper Violet Colorway
Sweet Protection unveils Hyper Violet, a striking new colorway designed for those who push boundaries with pedals and paddles. Available in two stunning colorways—Hyper Violet Fade and Black Hyper Violet—this electrifying hue is designed to keep cyclists and paddlers ahead of the pack. With its dynamic presence, it’s not just about looking good—it’s about feeling…
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6D Helmets Unveils All-New Alterra Lightweight Full-Face Enduro Helmet
The revolutionary helmet design combines strength, superior ventilation and patented safety technology 6D Helmets, pioneers in helmet safety technology and design, proudly introduce the all-new Alterra lightweight full-face enduro helmet. Four years in the making and building on their deep roots in motocross and recent success at the Olympics in BMX and the World Cup…
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Review of Smith Forefront 3 Helmet and Smith Bobcat Sunglasses
Reviewed/Tested by Kay Levesque I’ve been wearing Wild Rye bike shorts, Smith helmets, ski goggles, and sunglasses for years. All are incredibly high quality, fully functional, and quite stylish. It turns out that Wild Rye’s founder, Cassie Abel, spent time working at Smith. Unsurprisingly, the two companies, already united in a commitment to high-quality technology,…
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New Sweet Protection 2025 Full-Face Helmets
New Sweet Protection 2025 Full-Face Platform Released: Innovation, Style, and Impact Performance. Oslo, March 19, 2025 – Sweet Protection, the legendary Norwegian brand, is releasing a completely new range of MTB full-face helmets, which will be ridden by Emil Johansson and Vali Höll in the coming season. With a deep-rooted passion for crafting world-class protective…
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POC unveils brand-new Cytal road and Cularis mountain bike helmets
New POC helmets ranked #1 for mountain and road helmets in VA Tech’s independent testing process. STOCKHOLM, Sweden (March 20, 2025) — POC, the Swedish protection brand known for its reputation for safety, innovation, and design, is releasing two brand-new helmets: Cytal, a new road helmet with an integrated wing and unique performance balance, and…
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Fox Racing | New Season, New Speedframe Helmets
New season. New Speedframe. The best open-face trail helmet—now ranked #1 and #2 in Virginia Tech’s 5-Star helmet rating—just got better. The all-new Fox Racing Speedframe open-face trail helmet franchise launches March 6th, 2025. The brand-new Speedframe RS model equipped with Mips® Integra Split is $279.95, the Speedframe Pro equipped with Mips® Air Node is…
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A Collaboration Rooted In Community: Smith and Wild Rye
Rooted in Community: Smith x Wild Rye Announce Limited Edition Women’s Cycling Apparel and Protection Collection Sun Valley, ID (March 5, 2025) – Born in the mountains and influenced by mountain landscapes, cultures, and communities, Smith and Wild Rye are excited to announce their collaborative roots-inspired collection of women’s technical cycling apparel, complemented by co-branded…
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Smith Releases the all-new Forefront 3 Helmet
A Legend Reinvented: Smith Releases the All-New Forefront 3 Helmet Since launching the award-winning design in 2014 and firmly establishing Smith as a market disruptor across the bike industry, the Forefront helmet has been a leading product innovation and fan favorite among professional athletes and MTB enthusiasts since its debut. In continuing to push the…
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Smith 2024 Helmets and Googles
Method Pro Mips Snow Helmet Explore the mountain, lap the park, or drop in on your secret stash. No matter where you like to ski or ride, the Smith Method Pro provides all-day comfort with our best-fit package and the latest crash coverage, including Zonal KOROYD and Mips impact protection. It elevates the standard Method helmet with…
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Sweet Protection Primer Mips Helmet Review
The Sweet Protection Primer MIPS helmet offers all the features ambitious mountain bikers need. With its low volume and extraordinary ventilation, the helmet is a minimalistic companion on the trail. The breakaway visor can be adjusted easily on the fly, and the helmet offers an optimized fit, improved ventilation, and lightweight construction, making it the…
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Smith Optics New Method Pro Mips Snow Helmet
Explore the mountain, lap the park, or drop in on your secret stash. No matter where you like to ski or ride, the Smith Method Pro sets you up for all-day comfort with our best-fit package and the latest crash coverage, including Zonal KOROYD® and Mips® impact protection. It elevates the standard Method helmet with…
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Smith Optics New Rodeo Mips Snow Helmet
Buckle up and go for it. Clean, simple, and solid wins the day with the Smith Rodeo MIPS helmet. Plus, it comes in at an affordable $95 price point! It balances clean, modern style with solid safety and comfort tech that makes a difference in how you ride. A durable ABS shell handles routine…