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Bell XR Spherical vs Smith Signal MIPS

The specs that matter for triathlon, side by side, from each maker’s own published figures.

Specs for Bell XR Spherical and Smith Signal MIPS
SpecBell XR SphericalSmith Signal MIPS
Type Road Road
Weight 285 g 300 g
MIPS or rotational-impact system Yes Yes
CPSC certified (US) Yes Yes
Built-in visor No No
Price See retailer ~$95.00

Which should you pick?

Bell

Pick the XR Spherical if…

  • you want the lighter one: 285 g vs 300 g
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Smith

Pick the Signal MIPS if…

On the specs above it doesn’t pull ahead, so choose on fit, feel or price.

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Specs from the makers’ own pages: Bell, Smith.

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