661 has taken it’s highly popular and mightly affordable Reset full face helmet and given it a Mips makeover for 2019.
Back at the start of 2018 661 launched a bunch of new products, including new gloves and full-face helmet models. The launch was a significant one, almost a relaunch of the brand so that it could once again focus on high-performance protection at down to earth pricing.
The 661 Reset, clever name, was the first new 661 full-face and featured a bespoke shell design, attractive finishes, plenty of vents and excellent visibility. It was also great value at less than £84.99 retail but could be found for about half of that online.
Building on the success of the 2018 661 Reset, 661 has taken that standard helmet and given it a slight upgrade. The standard 661 Reset is still available, but this improved model is now available for riders looking for more features while retaining a great price point.
Named the 661 Reset MIPS, the new budget helmet features MIPS protection, an important feature that is proven to help protect your brain in a severe accident. MIPS works by reducing rotational forces that are transmitted in a crash, but it’s something we normally see on helmets costing £150+, not on £115 full-face lids.
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In addition to added MIPS, 661 has added 2 new colours to the range and is offering the lightweight ABS helmet in 7 sizes ranging from XX2 to XXL (48cm-64cm) making it a good choice for riders of all ages.
Watch the video below to see the 661 Reset MIPS in action;
Other features include large angular vents for better airflow, a large eye port for compatibility with goggles and a design that complies with CPSC, CE: 1078, AS/NZS 2063 standards.
All 661 products are available from www.sixsixone.com.
Here’s the official press release of the 661 Reset Mips;
661 RESET MIPS HELMET
A MIPS addition to our best selling full face
For the first time, SixSixOne is bringing MIPS Technology to a full-face helmet with budget friendly price-point. We’ve worked closely with MIPS to become one of the first brands to feature their brand new E2 System, designed specifically for Full-Face helmets to reduce rotational forces transmitted in a crash.
The RESET MIPS will be available in two brand new colourways – Geo-Blorange for those who want to stand out from the crowd, and Deep Forest Green for riders who want something a little more understated.
Like our standard RESET Helmet; it will be available in 7 sizes from three separate shells from XXS to XXL, the Reset MIPS will fit riders of nearly all-ages with exceptional comfort.
– MIPS “E2”Brain Protection System – low friction layer designed to reduce rotational forces transferred to the brain from angled impacts to the head.
– Lightweight ABS shell
– Large angular vents increase cold air intake and heat exhaust flow through
– Large sculpted eyeport for great vision and goggle fitment
– Complies to standards: CPSC, CE: 1078, AS/NZS 2063
– Sizes XXS-XXL (48 – 64cm)
MSRP – $149.99 / €159.99 / £115.00
Shop RESET at www.sixsixone.com