Crash helmets

Post by **Stuart** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 11:19 pm

Ok. I'm considering a super cheapo alternative alternative for a new crash helmet for this years track stuff. No not egg cartons fashioned ala OMP, but a motorcycle helmet instead. I know this will be ok for trackday frolicks, but wat about a proper event like Time Attack? If my new 'lid' is ACU gold approved, will it pass muster with the scrutineers in a car based race series? Does anyone know?

I have my eyes on a very nice full carbon lid if they will allow it.........

Bubble · Post by **Bubble** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 11:39 pm

In bought an ACU Gold approved 22-05 full face lid from the bike shop next door for

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 12:02 am

Yeah, says he with two R34 Skylines and 900 bhp between them :lol:

Bladerider · Post by **Bladerider** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 2:58 am

No,

They are not FIA and therefore ISO 6005 ( I think) approved.

We went through this last year for the first TA and D1GB series.

Motorsport lids only Im afraid.

If anyone with a pumpkin for a head wants a nice cheap Sparco open face then I have a spare (that wasnt quite pumpkin enough for me !!)

J.

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 11:22 am

Thanks Jay..................bollocks :lol: No cost cutting there then!

As for using your sweaty helmet.........the word is 'no', the imagery will haunt me forever.

Post by **Ben** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 1:24 pm

:lol: oh dear - that's just put me off my lunch !

stockcar · Post by **stockcar** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 8:23 pm

helmets for most motorsport events (doesn't apply to trackdays) have to generally have the British Standard approval or SNELL equivalent.....................

alyn

Post by **Stuart** » Sat Jan 20, 2007 8:41 pm

The ones I'm on about are;

Safety standard ECE22.05
ACU Gold

HJC HQ-1 model and make

I don't suppose this helps...............

sdminus · Post by **sdminus** » Sun Jan 21, 2007 9:37 am

I know its slightly differant but my lid is FIA approved. I tried loads on but i the end it was expense was justified. I have the sparco formula. Its very light and comfy. Also has very good ventalation.

I was told by loads of people to buy the most expensive one you could justify.

Scott

Post by **Stuart** » Sun Jan 21, 2007 11:48 am

sdminus wrote: I was told by loads of people to buy the most expensive one you could justify.

Thats the best advice I've heard for a while :thumb: