Aleck – a maker of wireless helmet audio systems for outdoor sports – and SMITH – an innovator across bike helmets, sport, lifestyle, and prescription eyewear – announce a strategic partnership to integrate Aleck Crash Sensor technology (known as Aleck CS) into a selection of the brand’s premium cycling helmets.
Aleck CS is a patented intelligent impact detector that detects serious crashes and alerts emergency contacts as well as Heroes Nearby, app users within 1.8 miles (three kilometers) of the incident.
The potentially life-saving technology uses the app and SMS to send valuable incident and location information to contacts and the Heroes Nearby, ensuring cyclists receive timely assistance in the unfortunate situation of an accident, even if knocked unconscious.
SMITH is the first brand in North America to launch cycling helmets featuring integrated Aleck CS, debuting in four models come Spring 2024.
Aleck and SMITH previously collaborated to bring an audio and communication system for skiers and snowboarders to the market. This is the first project launch specific to cycling.
SMITH’s line of premium helmets with integrated Aleck CS will launch in early Spring 2024. In the meantime, cyclists can use impact detection technology with Aleck’s helmet mountable Tocsen Crash Sensor.
The Tocsen app, designed for crash sensor owners and anyone else willing to lend a hand in case of an emergency, is available to download for free on the App Store and Google Play.
For more information, visit Aleck.io or smithoptics.com.
