Smith Nexus Mips® Snow Helmet

The Smith Nexus Mips® is a top-tier all-mountain ski and snowboard helmet that blends a hybrid shell, complete KOROYD® coverage, and Mips® brain protection into a lightweight, low-profile lid built for riders who lap the mountain from first chair to last.

Why the Nexus Mips® Is Your Everyday Charge Helmet

• Hybrid shell construction: A durable hardshell exterior is paired with a lightweight in-mold lower shell, giving you season-after-season durability without the bulky, “bobblehead” feel.
• Complete KOROYD® coverage: Fully vented KOROYD® runs throughout the helmet for lightweight, energy-absorbing impact protection that also breathes better than traditional foam alone.
• Mips® Brain Protection System: An integrated low-friction Mips® layer is designed to reduce rotational forces from angled impacts, adding an extra level of protection when falls get weird.
• Exoskeleton side impact zones: An external exoskeleton reinforces key side-impact areas, boosting protection where your head is most exposed.
• BOA® 360 Fit System: A halo-style BOA® 360 fit system wraps your entire head; a twist of the dial micro-adjusts the fit evenly for a secure, custom feel over a beanie or on its own.
• Dual regulator climate control: Front and rear sliders independently open and close 24 vents, so you can dump heat on hikes and spring days or seal things up for storm riding and cold lift rides.
• AirEvac™ goggle integration: Smith’s AirEvac™ system actively pulls warm air from your goggles through the helmet vents to help keep your lenses clear when you’re charging.
• Ionic+® antimicrobial liner: A plush, sweat-wicking liner with Ionic+® antimicrobial tech offers sweat-activated odor control and all-day comfort.
• Fidlock® magnetic buckle: Snap the chin strap open or closed easily with one gloved hand—no pinched fingers or fiddly buckles.
• Audio-ready ear pads: Removable, low-profile ear pads keep things warm and are compatible with Aleck® and other drop-in audio systems (sold separately).

Ideal For

The Nexus Mips® is made for committed skiers and snowboarders—intermediates who are leveling up fast and advanced riders who spend more days on snow than off. It’s a quiver-of-one helmet for all-mountain riding: steeps, trees, bowls, groomers, sidecountry laps, and everything in between.

Key Specs & Features

• Category: Adult all-mountain ski & snowboard helmet
• Construction: Hybrid shell (durable hardshell + lightweight in-mold lower shell)
• Impact Protection: Complete KOROYD® coverage; Mips® Brain Protection System; exoskeleton side-impact reinforcement
• Fit System: BOA® 360 Fit System, full-halo micro-adjustable fit
• Ventilation: Dual regulator climate control with 24 adjustable vents
• Goggle Integration: AirEvac™ ventilation system for fog-fighting performance with Smith goggles
• Liner: Ionic+® antimicrobial, sweat-wicking liner with sweat-activated odor control
• Ear Pads: Removable, form-fitting ear pads; audio compatible
• Buckle: Fidlock® magnetic strap buckle for one-handed operation
• Weight: 19 oz / 550 g (Size M)
• Certifications: ASTM F 2040; CE EN 1077:2007 Class B
• Adult Snow Helmet Sizes: Small 51–55 cm; Medium 55–59 cm; Large 59–63 cm; X-Large 63–67 cm
• Model Year: 2026 (2025/26 winter season)

How It Compares

Compared to simpler in-mold helmets, the Nexus Mips® ups the ante with full KOROYD® coverage, a hybrid shell, BOA® 360 fit, and exoskeleton side reinforcement for more robust protection and fine-tuned comfort. Versus ultra-minimal park lids, it brings serious tech and adjustability—24 vents, dual regulator climate control, and premium fit and safety features—while still feeling impressively light and low profile on your head.

Bottom Line: The Smith Nexus Mips® Snow Helmet is a high-end, all-mountain workhorse that combines hybrid construction, complete KOROYD®, Mips®, and fully adjustable fit and venting—perfect for riders who want maximum confidence and comfort every day they’re on snow.