Smith Level MIPS.
The Level delivers Smith's Koroyd impact technology and MIPS rotational layer at $100 less than the Vantage 2 MIPS, trading the full-Koroyd wrap and AirEvac 2 venting for a simpler in-mold shell and fewer vents. The resort-skier value-flagship.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“Buy this if you ski mostly resort lifts on cold powder days and want Smith's Koroyd platform at a sub-$220 price. The Level gives you 85 percent of the Vantage 2 protection rating for 70 percent of the spend, and the May-to-July closeout window regularly drops it to $180. Pass on it if you ski spring corn or warm-weather days — the non-adjustable venting will run warm and the Vantage 2's AirEvac 2 system is worth the upcharge for those use cases.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
Koroyd Vent-Zone Impact Material
Honeycomb-tube impact-attenuation material lines the side vents, crumpling on impact to absorb energy while maintaining airflow through the straw-like openings.
MIPS Rotational Liner
Same MIPS system found in the Smith Vantage 2 MIPS — redirects rotational impact forces in oblique falls, the dominant injury vector in ski crashes.
In-Mold Polycarbonate Shell
Single-piece molded shell construction keeps weight competitive and durability high at a price tier well below the hybrid-shell Vantage 2.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
8.9 reflects strong cold-weather-skier loyalty (Switchback Travel rates it the top resort-oriented value) offset by warmer-climate reviewers flagging the non-adjustable venting.
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Global Critique
“A favorite resort-oriented model on the market due to its unparalleled comfort paired with the double-team defense of MIPS and Koroyd.”
“The Level is warm, nicely cushioned and extremely comfortable, protective thanks to safety features like Koroyd and MIPS along with great coverage, and constructed from durable materials.”
“The $45-cheaper Smith Level MIPS is cushier, warmer, and just as well-built compared to more expensive alternatives.”
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