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Writer's picturekelly jorgensen
Jan 32 min read

Smith Method Helmet - Round Contour Fit

Smith Method Helmet


I just picked up a new snowboarding helmet. I started wearing a helmet a while back and then when one of my kids grew too fast I ended up giving my helmet to them and I got back in the habit of just wearing a beanie. A couple weeks back my youngest kid and nephew were calling me out for not wearing a helmet so here we are. I knew that Smith helmets fit my head pretty good in the past so I looked up the Method. I wanted something with some skate style/influence as far as looks and I didn't really want to pay for MIPS or anything and the Smith Method Helmet (Round Contour Fit) looked like it would fit the bill.



Black ski helmet with strap, side view. Matte finish, small blue logo on the side. Simple background, focus on sleek design.

Black helmet back view with blue vents, branded "SMITH" and "Koroyd." Features green "Method K" logo, sleek design, sporty feel.

Out of the box the helmet fit near perfect. It felt like it might be a touch tight right in the middle of my forehead, however even with a balaclava underneath it I haven't noticed any pressure or anything at all. For reference my head circumference measures just over 59 cm. I went with the size L which Smith says fits from 59-63 cm on their sizing chart.

Man in blue jacket on ski lift, wearing a black helmet and goggles. Snowy trees and mountains in background. Sky is clear and blue.

I have worn a couple different brands of goggles including Drop, 686, Dang and Anon with this helmet and all work really well and have a nice seamless non gaper fit.

Black helmet with "SMITH" logo on a wooden table, straps visible. Background shows a blurred window with light and dark areas.

Venting on the Smith Method is minimal, but the vents are very effective and I have not had my goggles fog up nor have I felt like I was overeating at any time and my nickname at one point was furnace boy. Typically at the end of a few hours of riding, when I take off my helmet there is steam coming off my head and taking off my boots there is always a heavy amount of steam escaping from my boots.

Black Smith helmet with vents and "Method" text on wood table. Background features blue and beige blurred colors.

There is not a dial for fit adjustment with this model of the Method however I have not noticed any drawback without it. In fact I think it might attribute to its comfort. There is a piece that stretches to accommodate for size and it works perfectly. This is honestly one of the more comfortable helmets I have worn to date.

Inside view of a black helmet with blue padding on a wooden surface. Matte finish, intricate interior design. No visible text.

Product Details

Protection

  • Lightweight in-mold construction fuses the exterior shell and EPS foam for a one-piece design that's lightweight and durable

  • Zonal KOROYD® coverage for lightweight, energy-absorbing and ventilated impact protection

  • Certification: ASTM F 2040, CE EN 1077:2007 CLASS B


  • Fit / Integration

  • Designed for ultimate integration with Smith goggles for maximum comfort and venting

  • AirEvac ventilation system integrates with Smith goggles for fog-free lenses

  • Self-adjusting lifestyle fit system flexes to match your head shape for maximum comfort

  • Available in Round Contour Fit to better match rounder head shapes


  • Features

  • Eight fixed vents for consistent airflow

  • Aleck® audio systems compatible

  • Removable Snapfit SL2 ear pads add warmth and are audio-chip compatible

  • Removable goggle strap lock for streamlined shell when goggles are worn under helmet

  • Beanie compatible






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