daedton

Can you guys give me a few recommendations for a first helmet? I'll be taking my RS on the track regularly in a few months. Will want to use it for PCA events.

grussell

HJC carbon fiber

http://www.thebellstore.com/Auto/HJC...tohelmets.html

GT3 Chuck

Arai makes some nice helmets...not as light as carbon fibre but lighter on your wallet...jsut make sure you get one Hans compatible if you are going to use a Hans Device...many sellers will install the Hans posts for you...have a fun and safe time at the track...

http://www.araiamericas.com/helmets_all.asp

eclou

I like Simpson. They are nearby and will re-line you helmet to keep the certification up to date

daedton

What certification does your helmet need for PCA events?

GT3 Chuck

Snell 2005 for competition events...for DE can be current Snell or one previous, which I think is Snell 2002. BTW this could vary from region to region so you best check with the PCA region sponsoring the event

lawjdc

Arai GP5-K

Best to try any helmet on in person - you may have a weird shaped head and not know it

Schmidts Cat

I find that the varrious brands all fit very differently, The Arai fits me best with a fairly oblong shaped head, some of the other brands are much rounder. So, get what fits and feels right...in person, try on lots of brands.

hatchback

There is no one best brand of helmet because the most important attribute of a helmet is whether it fits your head snugly and is comfortable. Buy from a store that carries several brands and will help you buy a helmet that fits your head.

Jim Bacus

Arai GP-5W

normank

This is the only advice that makes sense.

daedton

thanks all! by the way look for high plains raceway coming soon in denver!

930man

mainly the fit for your head is the important thing i run the new model bell .. m6 i thinks wide eye port is the key has nice visor

mowblowgo

Good advice above. They all fit different. Also, spend the extra couple of hundred and get a "lightweight" version of whatever brand fits best. Makes a big difference.

Bob Rouleau

Don't overlook European Helmets with the BSI Certification (finally approved by PCA!). The BSI standard is the one used by the FIA. I like the Stilo with the built in headset and microphone.