Smith Celebrates 60 Years Of Pursuing Your Thrill, Announces Launch Of Best-Selling Innovation Icons

SMITH - industry leader of advanced eyewear and helmets for snow, bike, and outdoor pursuits - is excited to celebrate 60 years of pioneering products that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance, and timeless aesthetic. Founded in Sun Valley, Idaho in Winter 1965 with the invention of the first thermal sealed double lens snow goggle that minimized fogging, SMITH kicked off the company and revolutionized snow sports endeavors that continue today.
 

Born in the mountains and built in the lab, SMITH has released numerous first-of-its kind innovations over the past six decades; including Turbo Fan technology, a patented Roll-Off lens performance system, pioneering the first interchangeable lenses in sunglasses and snow goggles, inventing ChromaPop and BirdsEye Vision lens technologies, and the first company to custom craft 3D printed snow goggles. With over 50 utility patents, SMITH has led purpose-driven innovation to enhance every adventure and outdoor experience and is only just beginning.
 
SMITH continues to make the best gear even better with new iterations of innovation best sellers launching throughout 2025/26. Building upon the award-winning design that firmly established SMITH as a market disruptor across the bike industry, the all-new Forefront 3 helmet continues to push the boundaries on technology and design while maintaining fan favorite status among professional athletes and MTB enthusiasts.

In snow sports, SMITH launches the new Vantage 2 helmet this winter, a long-awaited update to the original hybrid construction helmet with a new three-piece shell to reduce weight while maximizing protection in focused areas. Combining industry-leading performance upgrades including the BOA Fit System, full KOROYD coverage, Mips Brain Protection System, and Fidlock strap buckle ensures the Vantage 2 continues to lead innovation in snowsports. SMITH’s fall eyewear launch includes the re-release of one of its most iconic sunglass styles from the late 90s - the first to feature interchangeable lenses and cement SMITH as a leader in adaptable performance gear – with modern upgrades in frame and lens technologies while maintaining its fashionable retro style. Stay tuned for the announcement this October!
 
Born in ‘65 – Built for what’s next, SMITH is proud to celebrate a heritage of innovation. For more information on SMITH and its products, please visit smithoptics.com.