Helmet choice for autox
08-17-2005, 03:36 PM
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Helmet choice for autox
I know it needs to be Snell approved M or SA (2005, 2000, or 95) and must have a face plate.
What about open or closed faced? I read some stuff about airbags that say open face and air bag might be safer.
Any tips of getting a reasonable helmet for someone interested in getting into autox?
Tips for fit? Anything?
What about open or closed faced? I read some stuff about airbags that say open face and air bag might be safer.
Any tips of getting a reasonable helmet for someone interested in getting into autox?
Tips for fit? Anything?
08-17-2005, 04:00 PM
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try on different ones within your budget. it's the only way to know if it's comfortable or not.
I tried on about a dozen helmet and not only for 1min. I wore it for 5-10mins. some were okay initially but painful after 5mins.
I tried on about a dozen helmet and not only for 1min. I wore it for 5-10mins. some were okay initially but painful after 5mins.
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08-17-2005, 04:22 PM
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And funny I just mentioned this in another post:
That's like people who ask "What's the cheapest helmet I can buy for track days?" I always hear "How much is your head worth?"
I don't know how much water the air bag and closed face helmet issue is. At the speeds you are going and on a closed course I wouldn't be that concerned about this issue.
Open faces are supposed to be more comfortable but I never liked them. Plus I wear contacts so I wanted one with a visor.
That's like people who ask "What's the cheapest helmet I can buy for track days?" I always hear "How much is your head worth?"
I don't know how much water the air bag and closed face helmet issue is. At the speeds you are going and on a closed course I wouldn't be that concerned about this issue.
Open faces are supposed to be more comfortable but I never liked them. Plus I wear contacts so I wanted one with a visor.
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08-17-2005, 09:46 PM
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Actually, I found some open face helmets that have a full face visor.
Would you guys like the open face if there was a full visor on it?
Would you guys like the open face if there was a full visor on it?
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You should always try on your helmet before buying. I like my full face and I don't have to worry about my sunglasses slipping down while I'm autocrossing in the heat.
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Originally Posted by chimchim
BTW, I wear glasses and MUST wear them. Does this effect the helmet I can wear?
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08-19-2005, 03:14 AM
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Originally Posted by chimchim
Which kind do you use?
open face or closed
M or SA?
open face or closed
M or SA?
Simpson Super Voyager
http://www.helmetcity.com/page/HC/PR.../supervoyagern
SA2000 Closed.
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08-19-2005, 04:14 AM
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KBC helmet:
M helmet. Except mine is white with carbon fiber flames
M helmet. Except mine is white with carbon fiber flames
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