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Helmet with Smith I/O?

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Bendingo
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Hey I just bought myself some Smith I/O and I was wondering what helmet should I buy.

I know everyone has a different style but please give me your suggestions.

It would also be cool if you have a picture of how it looks!

Thanks,

Bendingo
Nov 17 2012 1:27PM
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Just_Send_It
Posts: 4761 - Karma: 992
smith holt
Nov 17 2012 1:34PM
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TRAP_CHEF
Posts: 1172 - Karma: 279
Buy what fits your head not whats "cool"  That being said I have been using a smith holt and recently upgraded to the smith maze which is alot lighter than the holt and fits me better.
Nov 17 2012 1:34PM
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Kreech
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It's best to go into a shop and see what helmet fits your head shape the best; all helmets are shaped a little differently, and some helmets will line up better with different goggles. Personally, I found the smith maze to work excellently with my I/O's. The two line up very well, and it's also the lightest safety certified helmet on the market. I can barely tell when it's on my head it's so light.
Nov 17 2012 1:36PM
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Bendingo
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Thanks +K

Nov 17 2012 1:38PM
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nwsteeze
Posts: 329 - Karma: 122
all smith and giro helmets fit really well with helmets. now you just have to figure out which is the most comfortable. I just got a maze and am amazed at how light it is.
Nov 17 2012 1:46PM
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division.bell
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I've been using a Smith Vantage helmet with my I/O's. Works great for me, I have no complaints.
Nov 17 2012 2:44PM
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bigdaddybrie
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Holt, Vantage, or Variant/Variant Brim. All the smith headwear integrates awesome with smith goggles. Best fits for sure
Nov 18 2012 11:20PM
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SoCore
Posts: 141 - Karma: 222
fit well with my poc receptor bug
Nov 19 2012 10:20AM
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Mr_pretzel
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Any helmet. They are made to works with helmets, just like all new goggles.
Nov 19 2012 11:10AM
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Sobelwins
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I think any helmet will work.
Nov 19 2012 3:27PM
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stephengillboy
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I've got a vantage that goes great with the i/o. I'm selling it for super cheap too
Dec 3 2012 6:43PM
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aust.s
Posts: 82 - Karma: 15
Smith holt or smith maze
Dec 4 2012 3:21AM
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Port.
Posts: 233 - Karma: 228
Yup. Smith integration system works so well gives you minimal to no fogging
Dec 4 2012 10:29AM
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snakerton
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Dec 4 2012 12:35PM
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No.Quarter
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The vantage is pretty expensive, but it looks sick.
Do have gogs under or over the helmet? It looks more like a big mountain style helmet so i was wondering if it would look like w/ out the earpads and gogs inder the helmet.


What about the clip on the back of I/O's? How does it feel under a helmet?
Dec 4 2012 1:55PM
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Cotter
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I owned I/OS for awhile and when I wore my hat I never even noticed it
Dec 4 2012 5:42PM
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zahava
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Smith helmets are super nice, but from what I've found selling them at work they only fit like 1/3rd of people. They are pretty tight side to side and longer front to back; a lot of people complain of pressure. Really, the I/O fits so well with any helmet, just get whatever fits your head.
Dec 4 2012 6:34PM
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Cotter
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I found this when I was trying so smith park helmets recently
Dec 6 2012 10:24PM
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wreck_720
Posts: 135 - Karma: 47
What.


But seriously, I have a Smith Holt and they fit very well with my I/OS and my I/OX. The I/O didn't fit me well, but smith to smith is ideal. Just like if you get a RED helmet, Anon goggles fit perfect. Take your goggles with you when you try the helmet on so you know for sure.
Dec 7 2012 1:26AM
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powderhuffer.com
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We have always pushed the Maze, Holt, or Vantage.  This year Smith also introduced the Gage.  It's another one to check out and see how it fits.  Just choose the best fit for your head size/shape and what works with your new goggles.
Dec 7 2012 8:13AM
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Bendingo
Posts: 22 - Karma: 39
Thanks everyone ! i'll consider what you guys said.

I'm waiting for after-holidays specials and i'll go try some in store!

+K for everyone
Dec 18 2012 10:07PM
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_Ryan
Posts: 118 - Karma: 176
The Smith helmets are designed to fit well with their goggles. So I would get a Holt or Maze
Dec 23 2012 4:47PM
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Valhalla.
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If you like the style of the holt, try to find one of the Holt Park helmets.. It comes without the pads and they're on sale since they're last years model. I have one and my I/OXs fit great under it
Dec 23 2012 7:12PM
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El_Barto.
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variant brim is what i wear
Dec 23 2012 7:41PM
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