A pictoral representation of the UIAA-106 and EN-12492 standards for helmets.
Summit MIPS
Description
Go light. Go Far. From skin track to boot pack and summit bids, the Summit snow helmet is our lightweight go-to lid for backcountry touring and ski mountaineering. Its triple certified design meets global alpine ski certs plus international mountaineering standards. The design blends a minimalist approach with mountaineering-specific details to keep it ultra-light yet ready for alpine pursuits. Zonal Koroyd® and MIPS® impact protection absorb energy in the event of a fall. Smith Flexible Fit System, featuring BOA® offers a micro-adjustable fit which also collapses into the helmet for easy stuffing into your pack. External bungee loops offer secure attachment to the outside of a pack, too. Integrated headlamp strap routing keeps a light in place, and a beanie and ball cap-compatible design lets you match the weather conditions. Thirty-three fixed vents keep the air moving and your goggles or glasses fog-free. Go ahead and set your sights on the summit.
- 33 fixed vents for consistent airflow
- Lightweight, technical knit liner included
- Ionic+® antimicrobial lining offers sweat-activated odor control
- Integrated headlamp strap routing keeps gear in place
- Beanie and ball cap compatible
- Hybrid shell construction blends a durable exterior with a lightweight in-molded shell for durability where you need it most while keeping the helmet light
- Zonal Koroyd® coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing and ventilated impact protection
- MIPS® Brain Protection System reduces rotational forces caused by angled impacts to the head
- Certifications: ASTM F 2040, CE EN 1077: 2007 CLASS B, EN 12492
Go light. Go Far. From skin track to boot pack and summit bids, the Summit snow helmet is our lightweight go-to lid for backcountry touring and ski mountaineering. Its triple certified design meets global alpine ski certs plus international mountaineering standards. The design blends a minimalist approach with mountaineering-specific details to keep it ultra-light yet ready for alpine pursuits. Zonal Koroyd® and MIPS® impact protection absorb energy in the event of a fall. Smith Flexible Fit...
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US$ 235.00
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Weight (g) | 400 g |
| Gender |
Unisex |
| Size Range | 20.00 in - 26.30 in S: 51-55 cm / 20-21.6 in
M: 55-59 cm / 21.6-23.2 in L: 59-63 cm / 21.6-24.8 in
XL: 63-67 cm / 24.8-26.3 in (we converted centimeters to inches)
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| Features |
Multiple Sizes MIPS technology Ski Cert (EN 1077) |
| Quick Adjust |
Yes |
| Vents |
Yes |
| Headlamp Compatable |
Yes |
| Face Shield Compatable |
No |
| Certification | CE, EN |
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The Smith Summit Mips is a fantastic helmet, there’s no doubt there. The Boa closure is second to none in offering a snug fit. The styling is fantastically casual while still maintaining its triple-certified chops. The colorways are awesome but that lack of a goggle holder bothers me to no end. I also have to give kudos to Smith for their size options. There is an XL version that fits folks with melons up to 67cm and a small version down to 51cm. Helmets for all!
If you are looking for a single helmet that will satisfy the safety and comfort requirements for climbing and skiing, this helmet is the best choice currently available. While it isn't cheap, you can consider this equivalent to buying two helmets for the price of one. Its durable construction ensures a long life span, while its excellent, dual-sport performance ultimately saves you money in the long run.
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The UIAA equipment standard provides a baseline for equipment performance in a test lab under controlled conditions on new equipment. Although these test conditions are relevant to the conditions encountered climbing, conditions encountered at the crags and the condition of the equipment are equally important. This recommendation from the UIAA member federation The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) provides vital equipment information that is NOT explicitly addressed in the standard, particularly failure modes of the equipment and recommendations for the use, inspection, maintenance, and retirement of equipment.