Prime MIPS Snowboard Helmet 2026 | Blackout

Prime MIPS Snowboard Helmet 2026 | Blackout

Anon's adjustable-vent hybrid lid with MIPS and an in-shell BOA.

The Anon Prime MIPS is a premium hybrid-shell helmet with adjustable venting, MIPS and a BOA dial built right into the shell. It's made for riders who spend long days on the hill in all conditions and want to fine-tune airflow on the fly. This 2026 version comes in Blackout.

A 50/50 hybrid shell pairs a tough Endura hardshell with in-mold construction for durability up top and light weight below. MIPS adds a low-friction layer that lets the helmet slide slightly relative to your head, to help reduce rotational forces in angled impacts. One-handed adjustable venting controls all 23 vents, the In-Shell 360° BOA dial tunes the fit, and a Fidlock magnetic buckle works with gloves on.

Key Features

• MIPS: low-friction layer to help reduce rotational forces
• 50/50 hybrid shell: Endura hardshell plus in-mold
• 23 adjustable vents: one-handed control
• In-Shell 360° BOA: dial built into the helmet
• Fidlock magnetic buckle: one-handed, even with gloves
• Goggle vent channel: helps reduce goggle fog
• Audio compatible: ear pad pockets for speakers

Specs

• Shell: 50/50 hybrid: Endura ABS and in-mold
• Liner: EPS foam with MIPS
• Certifications: ASTM F2040, CE EN 1077 Class B
• Fit system: In-Shell 360° BOA Fit System
• Vents: 23, adjustable
• Buckle: Fidlock magnetic
• Goggles: Goggle ventilation channel
• Audio: Ear pad pockets with removable inserts
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Colourway: Blackout

Certifications

Certified for: Snowboarding, Skiing

• EN 1077 Class B: European ski and snowboard helmet standard
• ASTM F2040: US snow sports helmet standard

This is a snow helmet. It is not a bike helmet, so keep it for the mountain.

Size Guide

Wrap a soft tape around your head about 2cm above your eyebrows, over the widest point and just above your ears. Anon's sizing is in centimetres; if you're between sizes, go with the fit that feels snug without pressure points and try it on with your goggles. Anon's Regular Fit suits oval heads; if you feel pressure on the sides of your head, Anon suggests trying Round Fit.

The In-Shell BOA dial fine-tunes the fit within each size.

About Anon

Anon was started by Burton in 2001 to build goggles and helmets with the same rider-first thinking that drives its snowboards. From day one it was made by snowboarders, for snowboarders, and it has backed riders like Jeremy Jones and Seppe Smits.

Today Anon is known for clever fit and goggle tech: quick-swap magnetic lenses, BOA dial fit in its helmets, Fidlock magnetic buckles you can work with gloves on, and protection systems like MIPS and WaveCel. Riders choose Anon because the helmets and goggles are designed to work together as one system on the hill.

FAQs

What certifications does the Anon Prime MIPS have?
Anon states all its helmets meet ASTM F2040 (the US snow sports helmet standard) and CE EN 1077 Class B (the European ski and snowboard standard). It's built and certified for snowboarding and skiing, not for bike riding.

What size Anon Prime MIPS should I get?
Measure about 2cm above your eyebrows and match it to the chart: S 52–55cm, M 56–59cm, L 60–62cm, XL 63–64cm. The BOA dial covers small differences; on the line between two sizes, try both with your goggles on.

When should I replace my helmet?
Replace it after any significant impact, even if you can't see damage. The EPS foam inside is designed to crush once to absorb a hit, so a helmet that has taken a big crash may not protect you the same way again. Also replace it if the shell is cracked, the foam is dented or the strap or buckle is damaged.

How do the adjustable vents on the Prime MIPS work?
A one-handed slider opens and closes the vents, giving you control over all 23. Open them up on warm spring days or hiking, and close them down when it's cold and windy.

What does MIPS do in the Prime MIPS?
MIPS is a low-friction layer that lets the helmet slide slightly relative to your head in an angled impact. It's designed to help reduce rotational forces reaching your head.

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