Helmets Built to Protect You on the Slopes

The Smith Optics Rodeo helmet is built for skiers and snowboarders who want reliable protection without extra bulk. Its durable shell withstands daily wear, while a dial-adjustable fit keeps you comfortable from your first run to your last. Ten fixed vents work with your goggles to keep your vision fog-free through changing conditions.

Select styles, including the Smith Rodeo MipsS® Helmet and Smith Rodeo Jr MipsS® Helmet, add Mips® protection to help reduce rotational impact forces in a crash. A Round Contour Fit option is also available; if you're not sure which fits better, trying both on in person is the easiest way to tell.

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FAQs

Is there a junior version of the Rodeo Helmet? 

Yes, the Smith Rodeo Jr MIPS and Rodeo Jr. helmet are built for younger riders and designed to comfortably fit smaller nogans. 

How do I choose the right snow helmet size?

Measure your head circumference about an inch above your eyebrows, then match that number to Smith Optics's size chart. If you're between sizes, try on options at a local retailer. Once your helmet arrives, adjust the dial for a snug fit and the chin strap so you can fit two fingers underneath it, and make sure it sits just above your goggles with no gap between them.

When Should I Replace my Ski & Snowboard Helmet?

Always replace your snow helmet after a crash, even if it looks fine, since absorbing an impact can weaken the materials. Without a crash, we recommend replacing it every 5 years of active use or 10 years from the manufacture date, whichever comes first.

Will Smith Optics Replace a Broken Helmet? 

It depends on why the helmet broke. If it's a manufacturer's defect, Smith Optics helmets are covered for three years from the date of purchase. 

If your helmet was in a crash, stop using it immediately. Smith Optics offers 40% off MSRP on a replacement through its crash replacement program. To qualify, the crash must be activity-related, reported within two years of purchase with proof of purchase, and you'll need to present the damaged helmet along with details of the incident. The program is limited to one replacement per year, applies only to the original owner, and excludes helmet abuse.

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