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04-28-2008, 07:26 PM
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Helmets-requirements
Guys, what type of helmet is required at local tracks??
Open face or full helmet with face protection?? Thanks Bill
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04-28-2008, 07:57 PM
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Depends if you even need a helmet.
Are you running slicks? Are you running quicker than a 7.5? (IIRC 7.5 is the cut off) But if you did need a helmet the guys a Dorchester wouldnt care if you wore a football helmet.
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04-29-2008, 12:14 PM
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9.99 and faster in the NHRA rulebook a closed face helmet is required .
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04-29-2008, 02:27 PM
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hey hey, even if it was 1/8th I wouldnt need anything to run down the track, except for a roll back to carry my car down it!!! Hell, it might turn a better time than my car does
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I use to have an open face helmet and I sold it for a closed face. I'm sure the open face would be okay to protect your noggin in the event of a crash, but if a fire broke out you'd look like Freddy Kreuger by the time you got out. Therefore, closed face it is for me.
If you frequent a track that loosely or strictly enforces the rules, you can't go wrong with any helmet that's rated SA2005 or SFI 31.1/2005. Ensure to check these things when purchasing a helmet. Don't get stuck with a M2005 helmet when an SA2005 is required. |
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Bill, I got a few hockey helmets you can borrow...pick a size and color
 Most of the road racing events I want to attend this year require a "SA" rated helmet since they are fire resistant and can handle multiple impacts where as something like a motorcycle helmet does neither.
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