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Smith Optics Trace MIPS Road Cycling Helmet

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 277 ratings
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Size Chart
US Road Cycling Helmet
Brand SizeHead Circumference (in)
XS18.9 - 20.5
S20.1 - 21.6
M21.6 - 23.2
L23.2 - 24.4
XL24 - 25.6
Brand SMITH
Color Black
Age Range (Description) Adult
Size Small
Special Feature Adjustable Strap

About this item

  • PROTECTION: Zonal Koroyd coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing and ventilated impact protection. Mips Protection System reduces rotational forces caused by angled impacts to the head. Integrated skeletal structure creates a roll cage for added strength and impact protection. CPSC and CE EN 1078 certified.
  • FIT / INTEGRATION: VaporFit dial adjustment system offers 270-degree fit adjustment with the turn of a dial, Low-profile Y-strap divider provides a secure fit to reduce wind noise and aerodynamic drag, Designed for ultimate integration with Smith performance eyewear for maximum comfort, venting and storage convenience, AirEvac ventilation system integrates with Smith goggles and eyewear for fog-free lenses.
  • FEATURES: 18 fixed vents for consistent airflow. Iconic+ lining offers sweat-activated odor control. Lightweight, low-bulk single layer webbing. Light mount compatible. Weight (Size M, Mips): 10 oz / 280 g
  • INCLUDED: Smith drawstring helmet bag.

Product Description

ABOUT SMITH: Originating from Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith was founded in 1965 with the invention of the first snow goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. With 50 years of innovation and design experience, Smith is widely known today as an industry leader that pioneers advanced eyewear and helmets that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance and clean styling to fuel fun beyond walls. Smith seeks to power thrilling experiences in snow, surf, bike, fish and peak performance outdoor adventures with a comprehensive collection that exudes modern style and vibrant personality. To Smith, the experience is everything.

TRACE MIPS

SMITH TRACE MIPS

Ultimate eyewear integration, including light mount compatibility and MIPS system available in all colors

The pinnacle helmet in Smith’s performance road collection is the all new Trace. The Trace features Koroyd, which fully surrounds the helmet providing exceptional protection and works with the internal air channels and open intake and exhaust ports to produce maximum ventilation. Storage and ventilation of eyewear is crucial on those long rides, the Trace’s AirEvac system relieves hot air that builds up on your eyewear to prevent fogging. Eyewear storage is made easy by channels on the side of the helmet that hold your eyewear in place for those grueling climbs.

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Lightweight Aerocore in-mold construction
  • Complete ventilated protection featuring Koroyd
  • Integrated skeletal structure
  • Integrated skeletal structure
  • VaporFit adjustable fit system
  • 18 optimized vents
  • Ultra-light single layer webbing
  • AirEvac ventilation
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ENGINEERED ABSORPTION

The combination of Koroyd's precise and unique thermal welding process leads to a structure with both extremely efficient and consistent energy absorption properties. Upon impact, the cores crush in a completely controlled manner, decelerating the energy from the impact and reducing the final trauma levels.

ENGINEERED PROTECTION

Thousands of co-polymer extruded tubes, thermally welded to create an unparalleled consistent and fully engineered core. Each Koroyd section is engineered to precise durometer, size, and thickness specifications to provide the greatest impact resistance and aesthetically consistent presentation.

FULL BREATHABILITY

Koroyd is an energy absorber which is fully breathable and doesn't compromise impact performance. Koroyd's open cell construction allows cool air in, while expelling hot air from the rider's head. The completely open cell construction integrates with internal channels to create the full Aerocore construction to provide ventilated protection.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
277 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the fit, comfort, appearance, quality and light of the bike helmet. They mention that it fits like a hat, gives no aches on the back of their head and that it looks good. They are also satisfied with ventilation, safety, and MIPS.

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25 customers mention20 positive5 negative

Customers like the fit of the sport helmet. They mention that it fits well, is comfortable, and has good air vents. Some appreciate the small profile and lightweight design.

"Great fit. Comfortable, adjustable, light, cool. You forget you are wearing it...." Read more

"...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...." Read more

"Fits like a hat and gave me no aches on the back of my head like some helmets tend to do. It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone...." Read more

"The fit is great, which makes wearing it quite comfortable.It is also very stylish...." Read more

23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

Customers find the comfort of the bike helmet to be very good. They say it has a nice soft feel to it, and is easy to adjust. Some customers also say it gives them no aches on the back of their head like some other helmets. They are pleased with the fit and performance of the helmet, and mention that it breathes well in the summer.

"...After a few minutes was able to continue on with the ride. No pain, scratches, or damage watsoever to head or face. The Koroyd material is amazing...." Read more

"...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...." Read more

"Fits like a hat and gave me no aches on the back of my head like some helmets tend to do. It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone...." Read more

"I am pleased with the fit and performance of this helmet...." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the sport helmet. They mention that it's good looking, the brown color looks great, and is a cool lime bicycle helmet. Some like the clean lines and matte finish.

"Great fit. Comfortable, adjustable, light, cool. You forget you are wearing it...." Read more

"...The chin strap is nice and stays a good distance from my ears. My glasses store nicely upside down, arms in the vent with the honeycomb." Read more

"...It is also very stylish. At this price point, however, it should include a magnetic buckle for ease of securing and unclasping the jaw strap buckle...." Read more

"Love the cosmetic design, light weight , and lets plenty of air to circulate through the helmet." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the helmet. They mention that it is well-made, has strong protection, and is well ventilated. Some appreciate the MIPS and Koroyd material. Overall, most recommend this helmet for its good ventilation and strong protection.

"...No pain, scratches, or damage watsoever to head or face. The Koroyd material is amazing. Great helmet. I highly recommend it." Read more

"Excellent helmet. Nice and light." Read more

"...I liked the MIPS. I liked that it didn't look like a Tour de France helmet because I'm no longer fast like that...." Read more

"...over many years and don't get me wrong, every single one has been well made, MIPs, adjustable... but they never really fit the shape of head very..." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers like the lightness of the sport helmet. They say it's comfortable, breathable, and insulated at the same time. Some customers also mention that it looks good.

"Great fit. Comfortable, adjustable, light, cool. You forget you are wearing it...." Read more

"...It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone...." Read more

"Love the cosmetic design, light weight , and lets plenty of air to circulate through the helmet." Read more

"Excellent helmet. Nice and light." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers like the ventilation of the bike helmet. They mention that it has good airflow, and the holes allow for plenty of air to circulate through the helmet. Some say that the helmet is perfect in ventilation and deals with perspiration well.

"...was in the mid 70s for the majority of the race, and the helmet was perfect in ventilation...." Read more

"Love the cosmetic design, light weight , and lets plenty of air to circulate through the helmet." Read more

"Quite happy with this helmet. Small profile, light weight, good airflow and MIPS. The one other MIPS I tried was much heavier...." Read more

"...it does get warm, but as long as you're riding, the holes allow for the air to flow plenty, and I don't really feel it warms me up too much...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers like the safety of the helmet. They say it provides protection in case of an accident, has all the safety features, and is comfortable and breathable for long rides. Some mention that the new MIPS safety feature and the honeycomb in the helmet absorb the impact beautifully.

"...recent fall on fresh asphalt; hit my head hard but the helmet absorved the impact beatifully...." Read more

"...It feels comfortable, and more importantly safe while racing." Read more

"...did some research prior to making the purchase and the helmet scored well as far a protection. A good value, I believe." Read more

"...I will say it's wildly light, and that's a lovely addition to the safety features, the latter of which are not insignificant...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the MIPS technology of the sport helmet. They mention that it's well worth the price, has the latest technology available, and has saved their life.

"...Small profile, light weight, good airflow and MIPS. The one other MIPS I tried was much heavier. I now have 2 of these." Read more

"...many years and don't get me wrong, every single one has been well made, MIPs, adjustable... but they never really fit the shape of head very well...." Read more

"...Hopefully I won't have to review this again. Has the latest technology available, which is the mostthing in purchasing a helmet...." Read more

"...a lung also I had a concussion that this helmet with MIPS technology saved my life." Read more

Very Comfortable and Light
5 Stars
Very Comfortable and Light
Fits like a hat and gave me no aches on the back of my head like some helmets tend to do. It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone. Not sure if the cooling is quite enough for some hot rides, but it’s hard to say after just a cold weather ride. The chin strap is nice and stays a good distance from my ears. My glasses store nicely upside down, arms in the vent with the honeycomb.
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Wert
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent protection, comfortable, well worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2023
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Great fit. Comfortable, adjustable, light, cool. You forget you are wearing it. I had a recent fall on fresh asphalt; hit my head hard but the helmet absorved the impact beatifully. After a few minutes was able to continue on with the ride. No pain, scratches, or damage watsoever to head or face. The Koroyd material is amazing. Great helmet. I highly recommend it.
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fuel98rider
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gravel helmet
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2020
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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.
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DunhamCamera
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Comfortable and Light
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2023
Color: Matte Cinder HazeSize: MediumVerified Purchase
Fits like a hat and gave me no aches on the back of my head like some helmets tend to do. It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone. Not sure if the cooling is quite enough for some hot rides, but it’s hard to say after just a cold weather ride. The chin strap is nice and stays a good distance from my ears. My glasses store nicely upside down, arms in the vent with the honeycomb.
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DunhamCamera
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Comfortable and Light
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2023
Fits like a hat and gave me no aches on the back of my head like some helmets tend to do. It’s crazy light compared to my Kask Protone. Not sure if the cooling is quite enough for some hot rides, but it’s hard to say after just a cold weather ride. The chin strap is nice and stays a good distance from my ears. My glasses store nicely upside down, arms in the vent with the honeycomb.
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j.f.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good helmet
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023
Color: Matte BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase
I am pleased with the fit and performance of this helmet. I did some research prior to making the purchase and the helmet scored well as far a protection. A good value, I believe.
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EnjoytheRide
4.0 out of 5 stars Stylish Helmet and fits great
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2023
Color: Matte DraplinSize: MediumVerified Purchase
The fit is great, which makes wearing it quite comfortable.
It is also very stylish. At this price point, however, it should include a magnetic buckle for ease of securing and unclasping the jaw strap buckle. Inclusion of the Fidlock magnetic buckle solution, would make it an ideal helmet and it would then deserve a 5 star rating
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Walter Duncan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great bike helmet
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2023
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Love the cosmetic design, light weight , and lets plenty of air to circulate through the helmet.
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Paul M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Fanntastic
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023
Color: Black/Matte CementSize: LargeVerified Purchase
Excellent helmet. Nice and light.
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pH
5.0 out of 5 stars Great fitting, light weight MIPS helmet
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2023
Color: Matte Neon Yellow VizSize: LargeVerified Purchase
Quite happy with this helmet. Small profile, light weight, good airflow and MIPS. The one other MIPS I tried was much heavier. I now have 2 of these.
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dr.klaus.schumann
5.0 out of 5 stars Sitzt gut, schützt gut.
Reviewed in Germany on June 28, 2021
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Leider gibt es den Helm in Deutschland in der Größe L nur in schwarz und das Händlernetz ist auch ziemlich dünn.
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Barrie Bloor
1.0 out of 5 stars Damaged helmet
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2021
Color: Matte GravySize: SmallVerified Purchase
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.
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Barrie Bloor
1.0 out of 5 stars Damaged helmet
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2021
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.
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Karl Peggs
5.0 out of 5 stars Comfort, safety and style!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 7, 2020
Color: Matte BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase
This is just atop notch product. Great design both for aesthetics and function. Highly recommended.
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Superyeyo
5.0 out of 5 stars Smith Trace
Reviewed in Spain on August 31, 2019
Color: Matte GravySize: SmallVerified Purchase
Exenlente casco.
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