helmets for autocross/track?

kittens · 09-06-2013, 03:21 PM

I am considering doing some autocross events this year, what are some good brands of helmets? and is it wise to get a used one?

takjak2 · 09-06-2013, 03:39 PM

Don't buy a used helmet. Get an SA2010 full face helmet.

I am very happy with the Pyrotect SA2010 Pro Airflow Full Face Helmet I bought from Kamispeed a couple years ago and they gave a good deal coming from these forums.

kittens · 09-06-2013, 06:53 PM

Not bad thanks

venus · 09-06-2013, 09:04 PM

I have this one I wear without the shield since not needed inside a car w/ windshield and is easier to breathe without. I did buy about a size larger than is recommended for serious racing just for comfort. For autocross this is all you need & is about $170.00 for a name brand racing product. Used is stinky head sweat nasty so don't go there. A Simpson will last you a long time and is well worth the relatively low price.

SE5spd · 09-06-2013, 09:52 PM

Hjc ar10ii

Rusty · 09-06-2013, 10:08 PM

When buying a helmet. Remember this. Motorcycle and car helmets are built to different standards. And when you are trying helmets on. Make sure that it's not loose, or too tight.

mdxj · 09-06-2013, 10:35 PM

I made the mistake of ordering my first one with out trying any on. Started with a g force that works, but not very comfortable for me. Had to hunt around but found a local shop that had helmets and now I am using a Bell Sport. It's a full fave SA 2010 and very comfortable.

Read T · 09-06-2013, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

When buying a helmet. Remember this. Motorcycle and car helmets are built to different standards. And when you are trying helmets on. Make sure that it's not loose, or too tight.

But they do loosen up as you wear them.

SA2010 full face for sure.

I'm still running a Bell SA2005, but I got it brand new for $70 since I have a abnormally small head and the store was going out of business

Rusty · 09-06-2013, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Read T

But they do loosen up as you wear them.

SA2010 full face for sure.

I'm still running a Bell SA2005, but I got it brand new for $70 since I have a abnormally small head and the store was going out of business

Helmets do break in. You want a helmet that fits snug without having any pressure points on your skull. Or too loose, that you can lift the helmet off your head without pulling the straps apart. Everybodys head is a different shape. Round, round oval, oval, long oval. It's best to try the helmet on before you buy. If you get a helmet over the web. Make sure that you can return it after you have tried it on.

Each helmet maker has their own sizing methods too.

https://www.google.com/search?q=helm...w=1280&bih=843

phunk · 09-07-2013, 12:00 AM

i love my helmet... cant remember the ratings but they are pretty high.

the built in comm is really useful.

Shamu · 09-07-2013, 07:28 AM

If you are only doing AX you may want to consider open face helmet by bell, Simpson or others .

Open face for ax allows for better vision, cooler, easier to talk with instructors.

If you have any thought of track driving get full face

Nut_N_Much · 09-07-2013, 08:39 AM

A few suggestions below.. I have a full face helmet and would swap for a open face in a heart beat..

http://www.racerpartswholesale.com/p...ceHelmets#tabs

http://shop.racequip.com/c/sa-auto-r...mets_open-face

http://www.thebellstore.com/product/...-sportmag.html

http://www.saferacer.com/simpson-cru...FUTd4AodmjwADQ

Lothario · 09-07-2013, 04:05 PM

Arai all day long. when it comes to my skull i want to best.

madwi · 09-20-2013, 04:51 PM

Does anyone have a Shoei helmet? I can't afford Arai helmet that I want lol Shoei seems to make a good head protectors too...any suggestions for fully enclosed helmets?

Rusty · 09-20-2013, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by madwi

Does anyone have a Shoei helmet? I can't afford Arai helmet that I want lol Shoei seems to make a good head protectors too...any suggestions for fully enclosed helmets?

I have the X-Eleven, RF1100, RF1000, and a ZII. The new X-Twelve is $$. Shoei is up there with Arai helmets in price on some models.

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kittens Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Central NJ Posts: 412 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 12	helmets for autocross/track? I am considering doing some autocross events this year, what are some good brands of helmets? and is it wise to get a used one?

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takjak2 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 1,922 Drives: Legit Racecar 370Z Rep Power: 142	Don't buy a used helmet. Get an SA2010 full face helmet. I am very happy with the Pyrotect SA2010 Pro Airflow Full Face Helmet I bought from Kamispeed a couple years ago and they gave a good deal coming from these forums. osbornsm likes this. __________________ Mods \| Stuff \| Things \| Seat Time \| Nismo facebook.com/TeamSparrowSpeed

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Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 35,217 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684438	When buying a helmet. Remember this. Motorcycle and car helmets are built to different standards. And when you are trying helmets on. Make sure that it's not loose, or too tight. gomer_110 likes this. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

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mdxj Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: OKC Posts: 290 Drives: 09 Nismo, 98 Jeep XJ Rep Power: 14	I made the mistake of ordering my first one with out trying any on. Started with a g force that works, but not very comfortable for me. Had to hunt around but found a local shop that had helmets and now I am using a Bell Sport. It's a full fave SA 2010 and very comfortable. __________________ '09 370 base - RIP '09 370 Nismo - New track car

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kittens Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Central NJ Posts: 412 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 12	Not bad thanks

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phunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,668 Drives: 370 Rep Power: 974723	i love my helmet... cant remember the ratings but they are pretty high. the built in comm is really useful. O&G, Eagle, Rusty and 4 others like this. __________________ Charles @ CJ Motorsports : Website \| Facebook \| Instagram \| YouTube Home of the 9 second, stock longblock, stock drivetrain 6MT 370z. 9.91 @ 142mph

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Shamu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 1,059 Drives: 370Z Racecar Rep Power: 19	If you are only doing AX you may want to consider open face helmet by bell, Simpson or others . Open face for ax allows for better vision, cooler, easier to talk with instructors. If you have any thought of track driving get full face __________________ Grant

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Lothario Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: florida Posts: 361 Drives: nikes Rep Power: 14	Arai all day long. when it comes to my skull i want to best. Nut_N_Much likes this.

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madwi A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: West Michigan Posts: 31,410 Drives: Granma red Z Rep Power: 2684429	Does anyone have a Shoei helmet? I can't afford Arai helmet that I want lol Shoei seems to make a good head protectors too...any suggestions for fully enclosed helmets?

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