Potential BP Sprint series 2009 (details)

Tk · Post by Tk » Wed Mar 25, 2009 6:47 am

where i got my suit from gerry , very helpfull company , and pretty swift in delivery if i remember correctly as i had mine made .

and choose your lid carefully as the rules change for 2010 and need a gold (i think) label instead of the normal blue one like i have

blacky · Post by **blacky** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 7:42 am

+ I think only Nomex suits are allowed in 2010 also, rather than Proban ones.

Post by **Stuart** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:11 am

Bealo wrote:Hello Andy

Good to hear from you, look forward to seeing you soon.

Where locally (Norwich) is there a decent selection of race suits, boots etc????

As far as I know the only stockist (and therefore somewhere you can go and try stuff on) is SCA
The other option is to ring up somewhere like Grand Prix Racewear at Silverstone and see what sort of stock they hold in your sizes. You could then evaluate whether it's worth the trip over there.

The rules about the quality of crash helmets used for track days is about to get enforced more rigorously, so if you're going to buy one, please make sure you buy one that is as futureproof as possible. I have a gold ACU Shark lid at the moment which is OK for this year but I'm fully expecting it to be replaced for 2010. Something to bear in mind.

russ979 · Post by **russ979** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:10 pm

In a similar position what lid and suit you looking at???[/quote]

I was going to try SCA in norwich on friday, I will keep you posted on what they`ve got bearing in mind what the other folks have said about possible regulation changes :?:

Mr Fletcher · Post by **Mr Fletcher** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:15 pm

i do have to say that i went and tried a few on and was glad i did as there was definatly a difference in comfort and fit .

cheers

jason

Post by **Stuart** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:20 pm

Just equip yourself with the correct info before you go. These are the MSA approved standards for this year

From the 2009 MSA Rule Book:
Helmets bearing one of the following standards may be approved by the MSA:
FIA 8860-2004
SNELL SA 2005
SNELL SA 2000 (will be withdrawn 1/1/2010)
SFI Foundation 31, 1A 31, 2A,
BS 6658 Type A/FR

The guys at SCA should know this stuff anyway. Ask for Kat and mention my name when you go along.

russ979 · Post by **russ979** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:43 pm

Blimey has anyone actualy read right though the MSA bible- i mean handbook! :? maybe i should get an adult to help me :-D
Seriouly though! does anyone have any recommendations on equipment (helmets/suits) I have`nt got a clue!

Post by **Stuart** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:53 pm

I bought the cheapest Sparco FIA suit (circa

russ979 · Post by **russ979** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 8:59 pm

Thanks stuart, Much appreciated :!:

Bealo · Post by **Bealo** » Thu Mar 26, 2009 1:48 am

so really we will have to travel to try a few different make and models of suits and helmets etc.

Bloody Demon Tweeks is near Wales isn't it?????