SMITH Optics Persist MIPS Road Cycling Helmet - Small

Founded in 1965 in Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith pioneered the first snow goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. With 50 years of innovation and design experience, Smith is widely recognized today as an industry leader that innovates advanced eyewear and helmets incorporating dynamic technologies, optimized performance, and clean styling to fuel fun beyond walls.

Smith's comprehensive collection aims to power thrilling experiences in snow, surf, bike, fish and peak performance outdoor adventures, exuding modern style and vibrant personality. To Smith, the experience is everything.

The Smith Persist road helmet is designed for fast-paced lunch rides or weekend 60-milers. Featuring an easy-to-use dial adjuster, the helmet can be fine-tuned for a tailored fit. 21 fixed vents and the AirEvac ventilation system keep air flowing, the head cool, and glasses fog-free, even during strenuous climbs. Energy-absorbing zonal Koroyd complements the MIPS Protection System to reduce impact forces in the event of a crash, instilling confidence on steep descents.

Available in sizes Small (51-55cm), Medium (55-59cm), Large (59-63cm), and X-Large (61-65cm), the Persist helmet boasts a lightweight in-mold construction, MIPS Protection System to reduce rotational forces from angled impacts, and a VaporFit dial adjustment system offering 270-degree fit customization.

The helmet's AirEvac ventilation system integrates seamlessly with Smith performance eyewear, providing fog-free lenses and maximum comfort. Weighing only 11oz/300g (size M, MIPS), the Persist is certified to CPSC and CE EN 1078 standards.

Smith's use of Koroyd technology in the Persist helmet exemplifies their commitment to engineered protection and absorption. Koroyd's precise thermal welding process creates a structure with consistent and efficient energy absorption. Upon impact, the Koroyd cores crush in a controlled manner, decelerating the energy and reducing trauma levels.

Thousands of co-polymer extruded tubes, thermally welded to precise durometer, size, and thickness specifications, form the Koroyd core, providing unparalleled impact resistance and aesthetic consistency. Koroyd's open-cell construction allows for full breathability without compromising impact performance, integrating with internal channels for the Aerocore ventilation system.

Through a combination of advanced materials, engineered protection, and thoughtful design, the Smith Persist road helmet delivers a winning blend of safety, performance, and style to fuel exhilarating outdoor adventures.

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