helmet ot not ?
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Just getting to the stage financially where the bananna needs to be let lose on her first track, got everything sorted bit by bit, just waiting for a driving licence, (havn't had one for 8 years when I couldnt be arsed sending in some photos for a new fangled card type one after changing address)
so do I buy a cheap helmet before hand then? don't really like the idea of borrowing a sweat ridden ill fitting one from the track and also thought about a tinted visor to block the sun?
those who have got track day insurance incorperated with their policy are bloody lucky, its looking like 200ish for the day and 160 ish for the insurance + tyre wear+break wear etc etc
near enough 400 notes per day ... Ouch ! never the less it WILL be done !
so do I buy a cheap helmet before hand then? don't really like the idea of borrowing a sweat ridden ill fitting one from the track and also thought about a tinted visor to block the sun?
those who have got track day insurance incorperated with their policy are bloody lucky, its looking like 200ish for the day and 160 ish for the insurance + tyre wear+break wear etc etc
near enough 400 notes per day ... Ouch ! never the less it WILL be done !
On the subject of helmets I'm not convinced cheap is the way to go. After all it's your head that's being protected! I'd hire one first off and then maybe buy one later on. I'm sure they don't get that sweaty 
As for insurance, I've been shopping around a bit and Heritage were only £150 a year more for me including unlimited TD cover! Might be worth a ring.
As for insurance, I've been shopping around a bit and Heritage were only £150 a year more for me including unlimited TD cover! Might be worth a ring.
actually ive got a spare OGK GP helmet here
large, white (no fancy artwork or nufin) never been used but has been dropped lightly on the carpet and a bit of the plastic aerodynamic thing is cracked, no probs with the helmet just a crack in the plastic ad on thingy at the back.
20 quid its yours, its still got the price tag and visor sale sticker attached . . . . .
large, white (no fancy artwork or nufin) never been used but has been dropped lightly on the carpet and a bit of the plastic aerodynamic thing is cracked, no probs with the helmet just a crack in the plastic ad on thingy at the back.
20 quid its yours, its still got the price tag and visor sale sticker attached . . . . .
DucatiGary said:
getting in and out is a bit of a bother when wearing a helmet and the roof is on.
Try putting the helmet on after you've got in the car!!Do I have to think of everything on here!!!!
I quite like the Sparco Pro Jet open face helmets, only £150 or so from GPR or Demon Thieves.
It's easy to go down the cheap and cheerful route but remember the helmet is there for a reason, not to make you feel like a "real racing driver". Go and try lots on and buy the one that fits. I know it's easy to say, but don't buy to a specific budget. If you are ever unlucky enough to have to rely on the helmet, as I have had, you'll never regret spending whatever it cost.
Having said that, you don't have to pay mega bucks. You'll find that some brands fit well and others don't (for me Sparco fit like a glove, Arai give me a spitting headache). Generally, once you've found the brand that fits you can start to worry about what features you want/need and that will largely dictate how much you will spend.
And hopefully, the money you spent on the helmet will be a complete waste because you'll never have to rely on it!
Having said that, you don't have to pay mega bucks. You'll find that some brands fit well and others don't (for me Sparco fit like a glove, Arai give me a spitting headache). Generally, once you've found the brand that fits you can start to worry about what features you want/need and that will largely dictate how much you will spend.
And hopefully, the money you spent on the helmet will be a complete waste because you'll never have to rely on it!
worldwidewebs said:
It's easy to go down the cheap and cheerful route but remember the helmet is there for a reason, not to make you feel like a "real racing driver". Go and try lots on and buy the one that fits. I know it's easy to say, but don't buy to a specific budget. If you are ever unlucky enough to have to rely on the helmet, as I have had, you'll never regret spending whatever it cost.
Having said that, you don't have to pay mega bucks. You'll find that some brands fit well and others don't (for me Sparco fit like a glove, Arai give me a spitting headache). Generally, once you've found the brand that fits you can start to worry about what features you want/need and that will largely dictate how much you will spend.
And hopefully, the money you spent on the helmet will be a complete waste because you'll never have to rely on it!
Totally agree with this post. I didnt spend mega bucks on mine, think it was about £400. Fits perfectly, and makes me feel safe. Having said that, you don't have to pay mega bucks. You'll find that some brands fit well and others don't (for me Sparco fit like a glove, Arai give me a spitting headache). Generally, once you've found the brand that fits you can start to worry about what features you want/need and that will largely dictate how much you will spend.
And hopefully, the money you spent on the helmet will be a complete waste because you'll never have to rely on it!
Hired helmets will more than likely have been dropped, and may not fit very well. I'd second the comments on spending as much as you can afford on a decent helmet - if you have an accident it could save your life. Don't bother with a tinted visor (if they're even allowed on track?). I've got very sensitive eyes to light (especially since being lasered in April), and I manage fine with my standard clear visor.
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