![]() After our SnowSports Senior Editor Morgan Tilton took an on-piste crash snowboarding in storm conditions with a Smith helmet on, we can confirm that Koroyd does its job: The material crumpled in several areas, due to the impact, and she walked away with only a mild concussion. The technology is extremely lightweight and allows airflow, too. In addition to MIPS, this dialed-in Smith helmet integrates a material called Koroyd, a structure consisting of welded tubes that crumple upon impact to absorb force and energy transfer. A dial in the back helps you customize the ideal fit. Side impact zones also provide an extra boost in safety thanks to an impact-resistant exoskeleton. ![]() According to the brand, the Nexus is lightweight and low profile due to hybrid shell construction. ![]() That’s always a good sign, signaling lightweight features and no pressure points. We felt like we barely had anything on our heads with this helmet. It’s everything you want a helmet to be - light, warm, and very protective. We were eager to try out Smith’s most advanced helmet this year, and the Nexus MIPS ($325) didn’t disappoint.
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