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Persist Mips

4.8(159 ratings)

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$145.00at Smith OpticsChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $145.00 at Smith Optics on Nov 8.

Our take on the Persist Mips

The Smith Persist Mips is a road cycling helmet built for fast training rides and long weekend miles. It pairs a lightweight in-mold shell with zonal Koroyd coverage and the Mips Brain Protection System, which targets both direct and rotational impact forces. Ventilation is a strong point: 21 fixed vents and Smith's AirEvac system move air over the head and are designed to keep glasses from fogging on climbs. A dial adjuster lets riders tune fit on the fly. Against rivals in the same road-helmet class, it stands out for combining Koroyd and Mips at a lighter weight than many dual-protection designs, though it lacks the adjustable visor and deeper coverage of gravel or all-road helmets. Owners rate it highly, with fit and airflow the most common praise.

Best forRoad cyclists on fast group rides and lunch loopsRiders doing long weekend distanceCyclists who want Mips plus Koroyd protectionShoppers wanting a dial-fit helmet that works with glasses
Pros
  • Zonal Koroyd plus Mips covers direct and rotational impacts
  • 21 vents and AirEvac keep airflow strong on climbs
  • Dial fit system adjusts quickly mid-ride
  • Lightweight in-mold construction
  • Meets CPSC and CE EN 1078 standards
  • Designed to integrate with Smith performance eyewear
Cons
  • No adjustable visor, so less coverage than gravel helmets
  • Fixed vents mean no closable top vent for cold or wet rides
  • Road-focused shape suits paved riding more than trail use
  • Dual-protection build can run warmer than minimal-vent race helmets

Persist Mips prices at every store

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    $145.00Checked Nov 8
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What reviewers say

  • 4.8 / 5159 ratings

Riders rate the Persist Mips very highly, with 4.8 out of 5 across 159 ratings. Fit and ventilation come up most often, and the combination of Koroyd and Mips is seen as strong protection for a light road helmet.

What people mention
  • FitPraisedOwners say the dial adjuster gives a secure, tailored fit that is easy to change on the move.
  • VentilationPraisedRiders report good airflow from the 21 vents, especially on long climbs.
  • WeightPraisedReviewers find it light for a helmet carrying both Koroyd and Mips.
  • Glasses integrationPraisedThe AirEvac layout is credited with keeping eyewear from fogging.
  • WarmthCriticisedSome riders say it runs warm at low speed or in stop-and-go traffic.
  • VisorCriticisedA few owners miss an adjustable visor for sun and rain.

About the Persist Mips

The Persist Mips is a road cycling helmet with in-mold construction. Zonal KOROYD® coverage provides lightweight, ventilated, energy-absorbing impact protection. The Mips® Brain Protection System reduces rotational forces from angled impacts to the head.

A dial adjuster fine-tunes the fit on the fly. The helmet has 21 fixed vents and the AirEvac ventilation system, which keeps air flowing and helps keep glasses from fogging. It is designed to integrate with Smith performance eyewear for venting and storage. A performance comfort lining and lightweight, low-bulk single-layer webbing complete the build.

Type
Road cycling helmet
Protection
Zonal KOROYD® coverage and Mips® Brain Protection System
Construction
Lightweight in-mold
Ventilation
21 fixed vents with AirEvac ventilation system
Fit system
Adjustable dial
Lining
Performance comfort lining
Straps
Lightweight, low-bulk single-layer webbing
Eyewear
Designed to integrate with Smith performance eyewear
Weight
11 oz / 300 g (size M, Mips®)
Standards
U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older; CE EN 1078

Questions and answers

Does the Persist Mips have both Koroyd and Mips?
Yes. It uses zonal Koroyd coverage for energy absorption and the Mips Brain Protection System to reduce rotational forces from angled impacts.
How many vents does it have?
It has 21 fixed vents plus Smith's AirEvac ventilation, which is designed to move air over the head and keep glasses from fogging.
Can I adjust the fit while riding?
Yes. A dial adjuster at the back lets you fine-tune fit on the fly.
What safety standards does it meet?
It complies with the U.S. CPSC standard for bicycle helmets for ages 5 and older and with CE EN 1078.
Is it good for gravel or mountain biking?
It is a road helmet. It lacks an adjustable visor and the deeper coverage that gravel and trail helmets offer.
Does it work with Smith sunglasses?
Smith designed it for integration with its performance eyewear, and the vent layout is meant to keep glasses clear.
Where is the Persist Mips cheapest?
At Smith Optics, for $145.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Persist Mips?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 159 ratings.

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