Looking for Advice on Helmets and Collars
02-16-2003, 11:56 AM
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Looking for Advice on Helmets and Collars
I'm hoping to do more DE and autocrossing this year, and I figure it's time to buy my own helmet and possibly a collar. Would anyone care to give advice on the following points?
I generally wear glasses. I have contact lenses, but they generally bug me after a couple of hours. Will a visored helmet be awkward with glasses? Should I go with the contacts and avoid wearing glasses when on the track?
What points should I consider in looking for a collar?
Cheers,
Mark
I generally wear glasses. I have contact lenses, but they generally bug me after a couple of hours. Will a visored helmet be awkward with glasses? Should I go with the contacts and avoid wearing glasses when on the track?
What points should I consider in looking for a collar?
Cheers,
Mark
02-16-2003, 12:46 PM
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Mark, I have a Bell M2 extended coverage. It has a wider face opening for glasses. No conflict with a sheild or visor. The neck wrap is a matter of comfort IMO.Try Simpson or Sparco at Paragon or OG Racing.D
02-16-2003, 12:52 PM
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Mark, I used to do many DE's and currently run SCCA using a full face Simpson helmet (with wide visor opening) while wearing sun glasses behind the visor with no problems. On track, it is very easy to get dirt in a contact. Not something I would want to experience at full speed.
As for the collar, I would agree that it is a matter of comfort and preference. I use a Simpson ring and after a short while don't even notice it.
As for the collar, I would agree that it is a matter of comfort and preference. I use a Simpson ring and after a short while don't even notice it.
02-17-2003, 05:45 PM
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Check out the new model from G Force. It is full face but with an expanded opening. I tried one on this week at the track and it was extremely comfortable and provided great visibility. Much better than my Simpson. Great price to boot.
02-17-2003, 05:59 PM
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I got lucky and got a brand new flat black Bieffe Predator on Ebay for $185, it retails for $300+. I love it, but I don't wear glasses, so I can't speak to how well it would work for that.
02-17-2003, 07:15 PM
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Mark. I've got a Bell Mag4, open face with a visor. I also wear glasses, and since I autox exclusively, I don't think I could go for the confinement of a full face while sitting in the grid in August. I especially like the visor, which has a 1/2" band of darkened plastic extending down at the edge. When adjusted correctly, it is perfect for cutting that afternoon sun out of your vision. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />
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Mark, The model is called the Force Hybrid. Check out their website <a href="http://www.gforceracinggear.com" target="_blank">www.gforceracinggear.com</a> I would have bought it in a heartbeat if not for the fact that I need two new sets of track tires.