Submitted by
capnkmtb
a Downhiller
from Voorheesville Date Reviewed: July 17, 2008
Favorite Trail:
All of them
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
a friend
Strengths:
comfortable
Weaknesses:
not applicable
Similar Products Used:
six six one full comp (perfect cheap and nice)
Bike Setup:
MC Rumble
Bottom Line:
Its perfect, and worth it for your protection. Only get six six one, thats where the quality is because protection is all they do!
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Submitted by
Joe
a Downhiller
from New Zealand Date Reviewed: January 31, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
second hand
Strengths:
Ventilation
Weaknesses:
Doesn't fit the shape of my head. Never had a problem with road helmets, this one leaves a gap on the top-back of my head and the hard foam front is uncomfortable against my forehead.
Bottom Line:
Decent
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Submitted by
dave
a Weekend Warrior
from st.albans, herts, uk Date Reviewed: June 24, 2007
Favorite Trail:
chicksands
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
chain reaction
Strengths:
quite light, awsome graphics with matt black and flame outlines.
Weaknesses:
strap rubs on throat, but i got used to it
Bike Setup:
specialized hardrock sport 2007, rock shox tora 302, husslefelt downhill bars, kore 1 stem, v8 pedals
Bottom Line:
great helmet, i got it cheap for £40 instead of £100. mind you its the 2005, its a great helmet and it has boosted my confidence alot. i wont be scared to do most jumps now. highly recommended specially with the sick graphics.
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Submitted by
Jerome
a Weekend Warrior
from Mudeford Date Reviewed: January 16, 2007
Favorite Trail:
haldon
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$140.00
Strengths:
Excellent looking helmet, good venting even in hot conditions and will fit a pair of goggles (i'm using a pair of ski goggles at the moment) is a snug fit and the buckele stays put. You can still hear people talking.
Weaknesses:
bucke can push against your adams apple which can be a bit annoying, and you can't put earphones in underneath.
Bike Setup:
gt chucker 2.0 - singlespeed
Bottom Line:
A good helmet which will definetly save your head in a big crash. Top notch - get one as it will seriously boost your confidence.
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Submitted by
Mike Salkewicz
a Weekend Warrior
from Hopatcog, NJ, USA Date Reviewed: August 28, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Allamuchy
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$89.00
Purchased At:
BlueSkyCycling.com
Strengths:
Fitment is great, internals come apart relatively easy for drying and cleaning. Very comfortable, and doesn't hinder breathing nearly as much as you'd expect. Matte black finish is not as big a heat concern as I originally imagined, though I don't do much open-air riding - mostly dense forest.
Weaknesses:
Neck strap is a little funny to work with. I usually end up sweating a lot, and the pads take a long long time to dry out completely.
Similar Products Used:
Fox full face
Bike Setup:
Trek 820
Bottom Line:
Just a great helmet overall. For $90 there is no way to go wrong, but even at retail, $140 is nothing compared to the agony of a busted jaw. The styling is so very nice, but it functions and fits so well that I look forward to strapping my helmet on, no matter how sissy the trail might be. Couldn't ask for much better.
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Submitted by
Stephen
a Weekend Warrior
from Canberra, Australia Date Reviewed: April 26, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Any shuttle nirvana
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Torpedo7.com
Strengths:
Review **Pro Carbon Fibre Bravo FF** Lightweight, easy on the neck after a day riding. Comfortable, airy with good accoustics and minimal packing of internal pads after several rides. Easy opening and closing "fastex" type chin buckle even with gloves on. The higher-cut back profile of the helmet makes riding with a pack or hydration pack no problem even when your tilting your head up. Good front ventilation on chin protector. PLenty of room for goggle types. I have tried Smith and Oakley.
Weaknesses:
No hook for goggle band?!!Price if not on sale.!!
Similar Products Used:
Pryme US, 661 Strike
Bike Setup:
Specialised Enduro Comp
Bottom Line:
Lightweight alternative and easy on the neck. Reasonable peripheral angles. Comes with a helmet bag!
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Submitted by
Jose Rodriguez
a Weekend Warrior
from Littleton, Colorado, USA Date Reviewed: April 19, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Buffalo Creek
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At:
Mojo Wheels
Strengths:
Light weight, durability, comfort, cool factor, and it works. Sturdy enough to be a motorcycle helmet (not intended to be one but it sure looks the part)
Weaknesses:
The double ring strap takes a while to get used to it. If you ride motorcycles then you will be familiar with the system.
Similar Products Used:
First full face helmet. Bought after a night ride where I ate dirt and almost lost my front teeth.
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Gemini, Manitou Sherman, 6.5" travel front and back, rigged as a trail bike with Raceface 3-ring cranks and 2.5 Weirwolf tires. I'm heavy but I'm slow until I come to the downhill part of the ride.
Bottom Line:
I got the carbon version and I love its light weight. For a helmet that protects your mug, chin, skull and back of the head its feather weight makes you forget your head is encased in carbon fiber. Twice I have crashed on the downhill runs at Winter Park, CO, and landed on my head first then proceeded to tumble arse over head until a final stop. On both cases I walked away without a single bruise anywhere above the neck. The helmet only scratched on the surface and the visor held on place thanks to the good metal screws that hold it yet allow the visor to move up and down. It ventilates well but it is not comparable to an open face, poked full of holes XC foam helmet; they are two different tools for two different jobs and it is not fair to compare one to the other. I use my Bravo for night rides and the vent holes at the top allow for a head lamp to fit in place. On cold Colorado winter nights, the Bravo keeps my head warm and has saved my teeth more than once. The only complaint: the double ring strap is hard to deal with when you have gloves. It is bomb proof when closed and adjusted but it takes a few tries to get the strap on and off until you figure out how they work. This is an excellent full face helmet, works as advertised and my unscathed skull and face is proof; it can be used to ride trails but it will get your noggin sweaty on hot summer rides under the sun. Buy it if you value your skull and ugly mug.
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Submitted by
James.
a
from hertfordshire, UK Date Reviewed: February 26, 2006
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$120.00
Purchased At:
the 2004 bike show
Strengths:
a strong, breathable helmet that looks and feels good. Also very cheap
Weaknesses:
could be a little lighter, but for £80 i'm not going to complain.
Bike Setup:
06 avent boost and manitou 4-way shock, 05 manitou sherman flicks, front hayes hfx9, back hope m4, mavic 729's on hope xc's, truvativ hussefelts, ect.
Bottom Line:
This was a great buy for me, got it cheap and it has lasted a long time. It is cheap, breathable and has good graphics. It's kept my head nice.
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Submitted by
bart wyspa_wwa
a Downhiller
from warsaw/poland Date Reviewed: December 23, 2005
Favorite Trail:
szczyrk so far
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Purchased At:
120
Strengths:
strength, comfort, good face vent, nicely fly protected, good fit, good neck protection with proper safety jacket
Weaknesses:
very (EXTREMLY) CHIP foam inner part. looks like baby helmet from chip supermarket, after few crashes with head leanding is moving a liitle, week head vent (face vent is OK)
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
kona stinki 2003, dj 2003, UFOplast scorpion saftety jacket (motocross version)
Bottom Line:
After several landing "on the rocks" I'm staying with 661 full bravo. It saved my head. Outside is very strong (scratched looks even better:). Inside (if you have to take it out) looks very chip, and is mounted with glue. I wish 661 resolve this. In my extremly used one, it's moving a little, but I don't notice ithis when riding. Head part vent is week, face vent is ok. Use good safety jacket - it could save your neck with full face. I use Ufoplast Scorpion Sjacket (motocross version).
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Submitted by
beau
a Downhiller
from Park City, UT, USA Date Reviewed: November 8, 2005
Favorite Trail:
NCS
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
jensonusa.com
Strengths:
Great quality helmet for a lot cheaper than some helmets out there.
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
TLD d2 composite
Bottom Line:
good helmet for the price.
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Submitted by
Rob
a Downhiller
from Somerset, NJ Date Reviewed: October 10, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
flea market
Strengths:
comfortable, light, looks good, solidly built
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
Demo9 pro
Bottom Line:
found this helmet for $60 and couldn't pass it up. I'm glad I didn't. definitely a good investment. not quite as cushy inside as some others, but still very comfortable.
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Submitted by
David Parenteau
a Weekend Warrior
from Nanaimo,BC,Canada Date Reviewed: September 7, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Mt Washington
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
Bikeroom.com
Strengths:
Light and comfortable.Easily adjustable visor and it looks sharp in the graphite colour scheme.Good visability as well.It also came with a helmet bag.
Weaknesses:
Hot,just like any other FF helmet.The strap is difficult to do up with full fingered gloves on.
Similar Products Used:
Garneau FF
Bike Setup:
Kona Stinky,7" Jr.T's,Hayes Hydro's,and all the usual other stuff.
Bottom Line:
After several rides the helmet really began to conform to the shape of my head and it's become really comfortable.Initially it was uncomfortable around the chin area but that problem is gone now.The strap can be awkward to use with the double D ring setup if you wear full fingered gloves but it's a more reliable system than the plastic snaps that some helmets have.With the double D ring system,you know that the helmet isn't coming off.Although my helmet has yet to save my head in a big crash,it does have a number of marks on it from unplanned contact with the odd stump or log.Hopefully I won't ever have to put it to a real test. Great helmet for the DH'er or Freerider but way more helmet than is neccessary for the XC rider.
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Submitted by
Matt
a Downhiller
from VT Date Reviewed: August 17, 2005
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$57.00
Strengths:
Excellent periphial vision, fits sunglasses as well as goggles, breathes well for a full face, removable washable liner, looks cool.
Weaknesses:
none really, maybe a little heavy
Similar Products Used:
Azonic AZX
Bike Setup:
05 Trek Session 77
Bottom Line:
I've tried a few full face helmets in the past and the 661 Full Bravo works just the way a full face should.
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Submitted by
vic pasieka
a Downhiller
from alt.canada Date Reviewed: July 27, 2005
Favorite Trail:
wegwood...if its still there
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$150.00
Purchased At:
red bike
Strengths:
it is a well built,sturdy and it is rock solid it took a 10ft drop and the paint didnt chip...and my head didnt creack....
Weaknesses:
as u now it gets realy hot in a full face but thank god that 661 changed the coler this year so it dosnt get as hot as last years modle..
Similar Products Used:
all of 661s full face helmets
Bike Setup:
03 iron horse sgs pro dh..
Bottom Line:
get this if u want good protection and arnt a fread to speend the mony...
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Submitted by
Jason
a Weekend Warrior
from Valdosta, GA, USA Date Reviewed: July 22, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
beyondbikes.com
Strengths:
protective, comfortable, removable linter, looks great, well vented
Weaknesses:
Paint job seems like it might chip or scratch easy(i have the 05 matte black w/ red flames)
Similar Products Used:
05 661 full comp
Bike Setup:
05 gf wahoo, w/ mallets
Bottom Line:
I have to say that I've only tested it out a few times, and I don't downhill, I ride singletrack. I went with the full face mainly for two reasons: 1) i'm new and not the best, and my face is ugly enough as it is 2)To keep those freaking spider webs off my face and out of my hair. I was expecting this helmet to be unbearibly hot, expecially living in south ga. Its unbelievably cool. Its pretty well ventalated, especially at speeds. Its very comfy too. It does run about a half size large, and the comp runs a little smaller than that. I havn't even noticed any spider webs, so i don't know if its doing a good job like i hoped it would, or if the spiders died. As for durability, i cna't say that i've given it a good test, but it seems like it could take some hard beatings. I have to reccomend this helmet to you if you're looking at an affordable full face helmet.
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Submitted by
Dom Presto
a Weekend Warrior
from Atlanta Date Reviewed: April 8, 2005
Favorite Trail:
yellow river
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At:
Brands and cycles .com
Strengths:
I got the black and it looks great, strap fits well, very comfortable, I like the washable liner.
Weaknesses:
It gets hot when I stop to wait for the others, I'm really going to have to start being less compassionate.
Similar Products Used:
n/a
Bike Setup:
Stock GF Tass, with and XT RD.
Bottom Line:
If your thinking the hot head is an issue. It isn't. I don't regret getting this helmet for a minute and I would again. the 05's look even better than the 04's.
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Submitted by
Mike Gonzales
a Downhiller
from Cainta, Phils. Date Reviewed: February 19, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Drop Zone, Taytay Rizal
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$120.00
Purchased At:
bike shop
Strengths:
Light. Fit to any kinds of goggles.
Weaknesses:
None.
Similar Products Used:
None.
Bike Setup:
BUilt for a race.
Bottom Line:
No helmet. NO ride!
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Submitted by
vlado
a Cross Country Rider
from Bratislava Date Reviewed: November 26, 2004
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$160.00
Purchased At:
Slovakia, Bratislava
Strengths:
Good sizing and availability in my shop, it was not a problem to find a 661 helmet good for my head. I feel good and safe when it is on my head. Looks cool. Good design. Strong helmet - it is the main what I appreciate.
Weaknesses:
I think that it will be hot during summer days (I have black helmet). But it was designed for downhill mainly.
Similar Products Used:
I cannot make any comparison, because it is my first fullface helmet. But I am very satisfied at all.
Bike Setup:
Trex VRX300
Bottom Line:
I tried to find full-face helmet for my bike exceeds. When I saw the helmet in the shop, immediately after I put it on my head I said "I want it". I feel safe wearing this helmet.
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Submitted by
Derik
a Downhiller
from Santa Barbara Date Reviewed: May 18, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Cold Springs
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$100.00
Strengths:
Great prtection on crashes. Full face coverage is superb. your vision is not obsscured at all while riding. Sunglasses ro goggles fit fine. Adjusttable visor is very handy. The chin strap is comfortable and does not irritate or choke while riding. Very light weight almost unnotaciable.
Weaknesses:
During hot days the helmet can get a little hot. When climbing or not moving quickly the helmet does not vent as well. However during rides in temperate conditions there is no problem at all with the helmet being hot.
Bike Setup:
'04 Kona - Coiler
Bottom Line:
Great helmet that does what a helmet should do. It may be a little hot during the summer months but is really not that big of an issue. It also may be because i have the Flat black. Regardless i would rather my head be in one piece rather then being a little cooler. For any riding the requires full face protection the full bravo 2 is a great choice.
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Submitted by
Colin Scarfe
a Downhiller
from Winnipeg Date Reviewed: April 13, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Whiteshell and the peg
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$120.00
Strengths:
Everything, this helm is amazing, vents are good,weight is good,fit is perfect(i dont know what everyone else was talking about)
Weaknesses:
iv heard that the visor chips easy but i havent had that problem yet.
Similar Products Used:
2003 Mace Hammer Full Face
Bike Setup:
2004 A-Line
Bottom Line:
Amazing helmet.Id say its the nicest 2004 helm iv seen. At first when i was looking at reviews i was getting worried about the helm but now that i got it im soooo happy.The fit is perfect, not to small not to big, graphics are sweet(i have the red one, goggles fit awesome in it and the vents are good too.Its a 2004 , i noticed that most of these reviews are for the older version though.Overal id give it a 10 out of 10.
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Submitted by
Ian G
a Weekend Warrior
from Surrey, BC, Canada Date Reviewed: March 21, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Watershed & Burnaby Mountain
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$169.00
Purchased At:
Cap's Bicycle in New West
Strengths:
Before I begin take note that this is the 2002 661 Full Bravo helmet (Black/Gray). I purchased this helmet over the Giro Mad Max (2003/2004). Comfort, price and were all better for me with the 661 Full Bravo.
- Appearance: It looks sweet. It could easily pass for a 2004 helmet just based off looks. - Adjustable Visor (up/down) - Ventilation: This is arguable but FOR ME it seems like it will provide adequate ventilation for the top and back of my head/neck. 3 Mesh mouth holes and 6 top/rear vents. - Price is good ($175 CAD). Some may say I overpaid but I refuse to clothing online. Call me stubborn if you wish. - Removable lining: You can wash the pads inside easily. I suppose the Velcro could provide some play to allow you to reposition the padding easy too. - Design for me is good as it fits great and allows perfect peripheral vision.
Weaknesses:
Not to many I imagine. I suppose the biggest one is that it is 2004 now. This helmet came out 2+ years ago. In my opinion though, it isn't outdated. The only major problem is that it might be hard to find one? If you are an uphill or x-country rider the heat will probably kill you too. In my opinion though, the fewer holes in the helmet the stronger it is. I'd rather be hot and alive than cool and dead.
Similar Products Used:
None. First full face ever
Bike Setup:
Stock 2004 Devinci Hucker
Bottom Line:
The bottom line is that you will never be able to decide on a helmet from an online review. Ask a friend or the local bike shop to get an idea. Just go try some on and pick a couple and come back and read the reviews. That’s what I did with this helmet and I'm impressed with my purchase.
I will write a new review in 3-6 months when I've tried it out. I anticipate a sweet review though. I give it 4.5 to leave room for when I re-review.
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Submitted by
Bill
a
from Brooklyn Date Reviewed: March 1, 2004
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Solid, field of view is large, accepts most goggles, matte black can't be beat. Confidence builder.
Weaknesses:
The strap is situated a little too far back, so it tends to press into my throat a bit, but pushing it foward a bit at the anchors solves this for a couple of runs. I'd imagine it gets toasty in warmer weather - only 6 vents.
Similar Products Used:
Azonic, Troy Lee, Mad Max II
Bottom Line:
I'm psyched on finally coming to my senses and laying out the money for a full-face. I've gotten more comfortable doing bigger, faster stuff and I've begun getting better after a bit of a plateau for a while. My head is 23.5" and the XL is pretty much perfect. The chart on the box says the XL will handle up to 24.5, but I feel like that may be pushing it in terms of size. The padding may compress over time and give a bit more room, but I have yet to notice that. i'm expecting this matte black dome to get quite hot in the summer, as there are only 7 vents which aren't too big - but hey, sweaty is better than bloody.
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Submitted by
andrew
a Downhiller
from middletown Date Reviewed: October 13, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
looks good, fits nice and snug, strong
Weaknesses:
most goggles slide off
Similar Products Used:
none
Bottom Line:
i bought the full bravo recently, and it saved my a trip to the ER when i screwed up on a jump and bounced off my head. saw some stars and thats about it...probably wouldve walked away w/a severe concussion and definitely a broken jaw had i been wearing a normal helmet. most goggles slide off the back, but i found that spy targa mx goggles stay on as they have a rubber strip along the inside of the strap. all in all an outstanding full face helmet
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Submitted by
Trunks
a Downhiller
from Canyon Country, CA Date Reviewed: September 28, 2003
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Light weight, good design, great price.
Weaknesses:
Not too well vented.
Similar Products Used:
AZX
Bike Setup:
2000 Dominatrix, Shiver, Kore strictly Ds, Hope brakes, Sun Mammoth rims, Truvativ/Blackspire, romic in the rear.
Bottom Line:
This is a great helmet! I used an Azonic AZX and I cracked the face guard. I have been using this helmet on everyride and it is still going strong! I have gond over the bars and have had my frame hit me in the back of my head, and those of you who aren't fimilar with the Dominatrix, it weighs a good 45 lbs. Bottom line if your short on cash and wanna save your a$$ then this is the helmet for you!
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Submitted by
Brad
a Cross Country Rider
from Los Angeles Date Reviewed: June 3, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Kanan Dume
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
JensonUSA
Strengths:
Great looking, seems strong
Weaknesses:
SMALL!!! DON'T TRUST THEIR SIZE MEASUREMENTS PERIOD!!!
Similar Products Used:
None
Bike Setup:
Enduro Pro, GripShifts, Mutano Raptor 2.24's
Bottom Line:
Ok, the bottom line is this helmet is SOO FREAKING SMALL. Me and my friend ordered them and felt like our eyeballs were going to pop out after 2 minutes with them on. I'm sorry, but we both measured and went within their guidelines (XL for a 24" head like mine) and trust me, they are mistaken!! If you have over a 23" head, look somewhere else. Low chili's for the horrible sizing by SixSixOne.
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Submitted by
Torben Higuchi
a Weekend Warrior
from Syracuse, NY Date Reviewed: May 18, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
jensonusa.com
Strengths:
great protection, strong, looks good, comfortable. The strap is in just the right place, and the padding is very comfortable, ajustable visor
Weaknesses:
HOT HOT HOT. The vents are inadequate.
Bottom Line:
Ive got the full comp, great deal. Its hot, but its really good protection. The swiveling visor is nice, the helmet isnt too heavy either. It is very comfortable, although rather tight. It definatly looks good. Ive gotten my money's worth out of it already. Great deal too.
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Submitted by
Ryan R
a Cross Country Rider
from Long Island NY Date Reviewed: May 7, 2003
Favorite Trail:
Pandora
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At:
www.jenson.com
Strengths:
This is for the Six Six One full comp helmet, Got it for a steal at Jenson.com, Alot more stronger than a traditional helmet, Looks almost bombproof, Visor movement is sweet.
Weaknesses:
POOR ventalation, but I bought it for protection not vents if I want vents I'll wear my giro. Not to thrilled with the moto style chin strap it's a little annoying, VERY VERY HOT ON VERY VERY HOT DAYS can't stress this enough!
Similar Products Used:
Giro, bell, pro-tech
Bike Setup:
Specialized stumpJumper FSR with plenty of goodies!
Bottom Line:
I bought this helmet for added protection I know it's not the norm for crosscountry but we have some really technical single tracks and decent steep hills here and the idea of breaking my jaw and eating through a straw dosen't thrill me at all! It's hot but I don't really care i'd rather sweat than bust my face! I have already gone over the bars this year with a s!*t load of speed and bruised my face and it sucked I also had this wonderfull experience last year too! I look at it this way if I'm gonna press my luck I'm gonna take the advise of some of the downhill guys and use a real helmet! Also for all you guys who plan on visting the local ski resorts here don't be stupid at $45.00 at jenson get one you bail on one of those rides it's gonna mess you up real bad. I'd rather were armor and look slightly silly than bail on my bike and get put in traction for the rest of the summer. I only use my knee and elbow armor at the ski resorts and I have been using this helmet lately for fast singletrack riding it's great at keeping low branches from smacking you in the face, hey you can't be too safe right. PEACE!
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Submitted by
Steven
a
from Rutland, VT Date Reviewed: April 30, 2003
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
45.00
Strengths:
Price, venting, looks, weight, fit
Weaknesses:
none so far
Similar Products Used:
Bell rhythm pro
Bike Setup:
Rotec Pro DH, Stratos S8, Kooka vader cranks, Mr Dirt chainguide, 8" discs....
Bottom Line:
Great helmet for a great price, that is more comfortable than the Bell by a factor of ten. Like the Bell, the venting is good on this helmet as well. Time will tell if it is as strong....
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Submitted by
Chef
a Downhiller
from Gdansk, Poland Date Reviewed: March 26, 2003
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$125.00
Strengths:
Solid, indestuctable ( I think :) ), comfortable, quite good vented, not heavy
Weaknesses:
If there is no wind and it is hot, you get sweat a lot
Similar Products Used:
some MET helmets
Bike Setup:
Giant Terrago, with Mammoth rims/DT Alpnie 3 spokes, Deore/Deore LX, Suntor fork (still :( ), FUNN handlebar and stem
Bottom Line:
I really recommend buying this helmet if you ride FR/DH. It is very comfortable and solid. I havn't tested it too much during crashes ( I had an accident last year, broken my arm and had to stop riding for few months) but it saved my head few times. Landing on a hard ground is quite soft. View area is good, and you can move your head in all directions without any problems.
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Submitted by
Kyle
a Downhiller
from Boise, Idaho, USA Date Reviewed: March 11, 2003
Favorite Trail:
8th street boise
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$46.00
Purchased At:
jansonusa.com
Strengths:
PRICE!!! $46..this helmet is way nice. It is compact, light, and very comfortable.
Weaknesses:
The paint starts to chip off the visor, but that doesnt matter.
Bike Setup:
K2 bumpy monkey, shiver
Bottom Line:
This helmet is great. I would buy it over any other even if it were a little more money. It is comfortable, and gets the job done just as well as ne others, for 1/4 the price. save your lid, and some money.
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Submitted by
Gordon
a Downhiller
from Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Date Reviewed: January 24, 2003
Favorite Trail:
BS
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$200.00
Purchased At:
The shop
Strengths:
well its not that bad of a price at $200can. Its a sweet looking helm, strong and I dont need to tell you its saved me a few times,really light and breaths well. The people at 661 were fast on sending new visors and thats so sweet. Plusthis helm holds on to goggles really well for all you DH racers out there hell ya!!!!
Weaknesses:
Well there is nothing really wrong woth this helm at all. bUt if your all about the looks dont get a colour one the paint on the visor chips off really fast. What ever thought its just paing and the visors or like $15 so its not that big of a deal.
Similar Products Used:
well the switchbade because of how light it is but thats about its and the Mad-Max but way better then both.
Bike Setup:
2002 Super8, 2003 monster ts, mag30's, raceface cranks and a giant DH chainguide, hayes HFX mag dh's 8"
Bottom Line:
This is a great helm it can take a beating and looks sweet and i mean if you look most of the pros use them so they cant be that bad eh.
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Submitted by
Gabe Cobbs
a Weekend Warrior
from Spokane, Washington, USA Date Reviewed: November 26, 2002
Favorite Trail:
Beacon Bomber
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$89.00
Purchased At:
mt br.csom
Strengths:
Its a great fit. Breathes nicely and isnt too heavy. It has saved my jelly beans more than once.
Weaknesses:
cant really think of any
Similar Products Used:
azonic full face
Bike Setup:
Kona Scab with a Noleen Chubby lt with 5" of travel(triple crown)
Bottom Line:
great deal for freeriding and downhill. It is quality and wont bake your head into a pulp. Hasnt broken on me yet.
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Submitted by
Yishai
a
from Israel Date Reviewed: November 26, 2002
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
www.beyondbikes.com
Strengths:
Very strong and aggressive helemet. Keeps you head safe and protect. the gap betweem your jaws and the helmet is wide. Very comfortable.
Weaknesses:
1) Relatively heavy 2) very hot. It is not ventilated at all
Bottom Line:
A good Helemt for aggressive bikers who do not live in worm places
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