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Smith Trace MIPS vs Specialized Chamonix 3

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

Specs for Smith Trace MIPS and Specialized Chamonix 3
SpecSmith Trace MIPSSpecialized Chamonix 3
Type Road Road
Weight 280 g 330 g
MIPS or rotational-impact system Yes Yes
CPSC certified (US) Yes Yes
Built-in visor — No
Price See retailer ~$89.99

Which should you pick?

Smith

Pick the Trace MIPS if…

  • you want the lighter one: 280 g vs 330 g
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Specialized

Pick the Chamonix 3 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: Smith, Specialized.

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