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Smith Optics Forefront II Mips MTB Cycling Helmet

From £176.00 RRP: £219.99
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The Smith Optics Forefront II MIPS is an open face mountain bike helmet that offers superior protection in a lightweight package thanks to Koroyd® and Mips. Koroyd® innovative impact absorption system manages energy more efficiently than traditional materials. MIPS manages rotation forces from glancing blows.

The evolution of our award-winning Forefront Helmet the completely redesigned Forefront 2MIPS is a full coverage helmet ideal for Enduro | All Mountain Riders who demand superior protection, ventilation and goggle and eyewear integration. For added protection Koroyd® has been extended on the back of the helmet to now fully encompass the helmet. Internal channels are combined with open intake and exhaust ports to maximize ventilation, while AirEvac™channels promote airflow to prevent fogging of eyewear and goggles. The Forefront 2 also features channels on the front and rear of the helmet for eyewear storage and a three-position visor that rotates high to allow goggle storage.

Key Features:

  • Protection - Lightweight AerocoreTM in-Mold Construction Complete ventilated protection featuring Koroyd® Integrated skeletal structure
  • MIPS system available in all colors
  • Fit - VaporFitTM Adjustable Fit System
  • 20 Optimized Vents
  • Weight: 14 OZ / 380 GRAMS
  • XT2® anti-bacterial performance lining Ultra-Light Single Layer Webbing
  • Intergration - AirEvacTM Ventilation
  • Three-position adjustable visor
  • Camera and light mount compatible Ultimate Eyewear and Goggle Integration

Koroyd® provides superior impact absorption, design flexibility and ventilation when compared to materials used in traditional helmet construction such as EPS. By utilizing crumple-zone cylinders that crush uniformly on impact. Koroyd® manages energy more efficiently with less volume than any other protection material on the market. Unlike traditional protection materials, Koroyd® cylinders absorb and convert more kinetic energy, whilst increasing air flow and reducing overall weight. Not all helmets are equal.

Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.

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From £176.00 RRP: £219.99
5 out of 5
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This is a great helmet. Super light and really comfy. Hardly know you are wearing it

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