# Dispatch Mips®

**Doorprice Score 6.8/10** (Good; likely 5.8–7.8, low confidence).
Price: $195.00 at Smith Optics (with est. tax $209.22; shipping set at checkout). Store rating 4.6/5 from 58 ratings.

## What matters for bikes (out of 10)
- Ride comfort: 6.8 (3 reviews) — "Fit is fantastic, especially with the fine tuning knob; medium fit perfectly." (YouTube comment on RunBikeMike)
- Speed & weight: 7.4 (3 reviews) — "Weighs only 365g in medium despite the added safety tech." (The Sweet Cyclists)
- Components: 6.3 (3 reviews) — "Fully finished shell, removable taillight and magnetic Fidlock strap improve usability." (The Sweet Cyclists)
- Tire room & versatility: 6.8 (2 reviews) — "E-bike certified and available in all black." (YouTube comment on RunBikeMike)
- Reliability: 8.3 (5 reviews) — "old USB port (2 reports)" (YouTube comment on RunBikeMike)
- Value for money: 5.3 (price against similar products)

Weight these for a personal score: add ?priorities=comfort:2,speed:2 (ids: comfort, speed, components, versatility, reliability, value).

## Reviewer verdicts
- The Sweet Cyclists: 7.5/10 — Premium commuter helmet with MIPS, zonal Koroyd, and a Fidlock buckle; sleek urban design. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UmStGntHb8
- AllExpertReviews: 7.2/10 — Lightweight, comfortable helmet with full Koroyd coverage and MIPS; strong protection. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBP6y6ZhuRo
- RunBikeMike (sponsored): 7.0/10 — Video calls the Smith Dispatch the best commuting helmet; promotional affiliate links throughout. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8
- Engearment (sponsored): 7.0/10 — Asks whether it delivers; lists MIPS, vents, dial fit and optional light as features. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onhvqrkse-M

## Owners and community
- Community: Fit is fantastic with the dial; beautiful product and they'll love it. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=Ugx_97mtLVUZlS5Ndfh4AaABAg)
- Community: Likes that it's the least dorky-looking e-bike certified helmet and comes in all black. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=UgzLaWAwjFvebC3vaZp4AaABAg)
- Community: Asks whether the lip/brim blocks much sun and if a brimmed liner is included. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=UgyTBJC1mctOaULHN9t4AaABAg)
- Community: Fidlock clasp sits on the jawline and may be uncomfortable with a tight strap. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=Ugy66i9UCpo51q9Qc2F4AaABAg)
- Community: Won't buy because of the old USB port. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=Ugyo-WEJGW7CbiTvAyF4AaABAg)
- Community: Micro USB is a deal breaker; cheap for an expensive helmet. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8zUlf9GsH8&lc=Ugz8DvNGDIHDyVlj3px4AaABAg)

Problems owners mention: chin strap clips slide apart in an unintuitive way; brim may not block sun well; Fidlock clasp rests against jawbone, possible discomfort; old USB port; micro USB port seen as dated and poor value.

## Specs
- Certification: NATA 8776, CPSC, CE EN 1078, AS/NZS263
- Weight: 16 oz (453 g) for size M
- Sizes: Small (S), Medium (M), Large (L)
- Ventilation: 8 fixed vents, Airevac system
- Lining: Ionic antimicrobial
- Included: Helmet bag, micro USB charging cable

## Where to buy
Buy at Smith Optics: https://www.smithoptics.com/cart/47233730150638:1?_gsid=ajzRJ1BUaazS&utm_source=shopify&utm_medium=catalog
For the price delivered to a ZIP (real shipping options, promotions, estimated tax) ask for the delivered price of shopify:2MxwoPfkiHaS8OEPAF1F7s.