Smith Glide Jr. Mips® Youth Snow Helmet

The Smith Glide Jr. Mips® is a lightweight kids’ snow helmet that combines advanced Mips® impact protection, a huge youth size range, and a super-cozy liner to keep young skiers and riders warm, comfortable, and confidently protected all day on the mountain.

Why the Glide Jr. Mips® Is Awesome for Kids

• Lightweight in-mold construction: A one-piece polycarbonate shell fused to an EPS foam liner keeps the helmet light and low profile, so kids get serious protection without feeling like they’re wearing a bowling ball.
• Mips® brain protection: Integrated Mips® (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) is designed to help reduce rotational forces from angled impacts, adding an extra layer of safety for growing brains.
• Dial-fit size adjustment: An easy-to-use rear dial lets you fine-tune the fit on the fly, making it simple to accommodate growing kids, beanies, or balaclavas throughout the season.
• Fog-fighting ventilation: Fixed vents and Smith’s AirEvac™ system work with goggles to keep fresh air moving, helping to reduce goggle fog so kids can actually see where they’re going.
• Plush, fuzzy liner: A super-soft, fuzzy interior wraps the head in warmth and comfort, making it easier for kids to leave the hat at home and actually want to wear their helmet.
• Goggle-friendly design: A removable goggle strap lock and goggle-compatible shell shape keep straps secure over the top or let kids run goggles under the helmet with a clean, streamlined look.
• Wide youth size range: Youth X-Small, Small, and Medium sizes cover head circumferences from about 48–59 cm, giving you more fit flexibility as they grow.
• Certified protection: Meets key snow sports helmet standards so you can feel confident sending the kids out for lessons, resort days, and family trips.

Ideal For

Young skiers and snowboarders who need a warm, comfortable, easy-to-adjust helmet for resort days, lessons, and weekend trips. The Glide Jr. Mips® is perfect for kids from their first turns to confident blue and black runs, with protection and ventilation that keep up as their skills progress.

Key Details & Specs

• Category: Youth ski and snowboard helmet
• Impact Protection: Mips® Brain Protection System + EPS foam liner
• Construction: Lightweight in-mold shell (polycarbonate shell fused to EPS foam)
• Fit System: Adjustable dial fit for quick, on-the-go size tuning
• Ventilation: Fixed vents with AirEvac™ goggle ventilation for improved fog management
• Liner: Plush, fuzzy, full-coverage liner for warmth and comfort
• Goggle Strap Lock: Removable rear goggle strap lock for over- or under-helmet goggle wear
• Weight: Approx. 12 oz / 350 g (Youth Medium, Mips®)
• Size Range (Head Circumference): Youth X-Small 48–52 cm; Youth Small 51–55 cm; Youth Medium 55–59 cm
• Certifications: ASTM F 2040; CE EN 1077:2007 Class B
• Goggle Integration: Designed for seamless integration with Smith youth goggles
• Use: Resort skiing and snowboarding, lessons, all-day family snow adventures
• Model Year: 2026 season equivalent

How It Compares

Compared to basic youth helmets without Mips®, the Glide Jr. Mips® adds rotational impact protection and a more advanced ventilation system to help keep goggles clear. Versus bulkier, older-style kids’ lids, its in-mold construction and fuzzy liner keep weight down and comfort up, making it much more likely that kids will actually want to wear it every run.

Bottom Line: The Smith Glide Jr. Mips® Youth Snow Helmet is a light, comfy, and confidence-inspiring helmet with modern Mips® safety and an easy dial fit—perfect for growing skiers and riders who spend full days on the mountain.