Smith - Strolz GmbH

the innovation of ski goggles

The Smith Optics story began in 1965 in Sun Valley, Idaho, when Dr. Bob Smith, a dentist and avid skier, had a revolutionary idea. He developed the first double-lens ski goggles with ventilation to reduce fogging and provide skiers with better vision. This innovation laid the foundation for what would soon become one of the leading brands for sports equipment. In the decades that followed, Smith Optics continued to innovate and launched numerous groundbreaking products, including sunglasses with polarized lenses and ski helmets with integrated ventilation systems. The brand became synonymous with quality, functionality and style in the world of outdoor sports.

Aerocore construction

a combination of protection, ventilation and comfort

Aerocore is a very advanced technology used by Smith Optics in some of their helmets to provide maximum protection, comfort and ventilation. This construction is based on the integration of a special material consisting of a network of interconnected tubes. The special feature of this construction is that it provides exceptional energy absorption to better protect the head in the event of an impact. The structure is designed to compress on impact and distribute the energy evenly over the entire surface of the helmet. This greatly reduces the likelihood of injury. In addition, the Aerocore construction offers improved ventilation compared to conventional helmets. The open structure of allows efficient airflow through the helmet, which helps to keep the head cool and increase comfort, especially during intense sporting activities.