Smith Trace MIPS - M 55-59cm - White / Matte White
Smith Trace MIPS Road & Gravel Helmet
The Smith Trace MIPS is built for the safety-conscious endurance cyclist, topping independent safety brackets thanks to its dual-layer defensive design. The interior is fully lined with KOROYD—an engineered honeycomb structure that crumples uniformly upon impact to absorb drastically more energy than standard EPS foam. This structure is reinforced by an integrated skeletal roll cage embedded within the helmet's core, ensuring the shell maintains its structural integrity through severe, multi-angle crashes.
To keep you comfortable over multi-hour sportives or backcountry gravel loops, the Trace utilises the ultra-precise VaporFit dial adjustment system, providing a customisable 270-degree cradle that pulls evenly around the skull without causing localized hot-spots. Temperature regulation is handled via 18 fixed, oversized vents working in unison with internal cooling channels. Crucially, the brow area features Smith’s AirEvac ventilation system, which vents warm, humid air away from your performance sunglasses to keep your vision crystal clear on slow, steep climbs.
Riding Insight: The Koroyd Benefit on the Road
When choosing the Smith Trace, it is helpful to understand how its unique construction alters the traditional road helmet experience:
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The Safety & Insect Bonus: The extensive KOROYD honeycomb web creates a physical barrier over the main vent ports. While it lets hot air escape, it acts as a highly effective bug guard, completely preventing wasps, bees, or flies from entering the top of your helmet when racing down fast lanes.
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The Airflow Characteristic: Because air must enter the honeycomb tubes at a relatively direct angle to flush the scalp, the Trace feels slightly less breezy at very low climbing speeds than an entirely open-air helmet (like the Giro Aries). However, once you crest the climb and pick up speed on flat or descending sectors, the internal intake and exhaust ports create an efficient, cooling venturi effect that quickly clears out heat and perspiration
EVO Opinion:
The Smith Trace MIPS Helmet is the flagship choice within Smith’s high-performance road, gravel, and cross-country collection. Engineered for riders who refuse to compromise on safety during long, gruelling miles, the Trace combines a streamlined aerodynamic profile with complete KOROYD coverage and an integrated skeletal roll cage. It stands out in its class with industry-leading impact test results and a highly customisable, pressure-free fit.
