Smith Optics Trace MIPS Road Cycling Helmet

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This helmet fits my bald head and it has good air vents. I like the MIPS and the fact that is light weight This helmet seems to be well made. . I was disappointed to find out after a bought this product to discover that the helmet mas made in China. I bought this helmet because I thought Smiths was an American Company and I thought that this product was made in the USA. IF I knew that it was made in China I may have bought a cheaper brand that listed the fast that there products are made in China.

I find myself being a collector of helmets as I look for the best fit/performance for road, gravel and mountain biking. I was looking for a better fitting and functioning helmet for gravel and XC racing. I’ve been using a traditional road bike helmet, but felt under protected while riding on chunky gravel. A MTB helmet with the visor and added protection and weight just isn’t ideal. Enter the Smith Trace. A couple of friends have been using the Forefront and really found it really comfortable. I ordered the Trace and am pleasantly surprised at how well if feels right out of the box. I adjusted the back Vaporfit mech to the lowest setting and the fit is perfect. The straps are easy to adjust and have a nice soft feel to them. It was easy to adjust the front straps to fit flat. I bought it just in time for a gravel race in Alabama. Temp was in the mid 70s for the majority of the race, and the helmet was perfect in ventilation. It started off cool and damp, and I was worried about my glasses fogging up. The vents right above the glasses are fantastic for keeping glasses clear. I appreciated the two spaces, both front and rear where you can store the glasses. It holds them securely and out of the way, almost to the point that you forget they are up there. I am happy with this helmet for gravel riding and the two races I’ve used it for. It feels comfortable, and more importantly safe while racing.

the pros Great design, great fitting, fantastic build, the cons very expensive , the Boa gear to lock the helmet on your head is not so smooth .

Love the helmet but showed up covered in dust. There’s a small dent in the hard shell and some damage to the foam. See pic. It’s minor but I would appreciate a discount or I can return the item.