Hubert

looking to get new seats, and wanted to get some real world feedback on both brands from those that have used them. i'm looking at the sparco evo2, or the recaro pole position; with respect to durability, build quality and value, which brand/seat would be the right choice? more over, i'm 6'2" and ~ 200 lbs. with a 34" waist -- are these seats appropriatly sized for my build?
thank you,
hubert

forklift

I am 6'2" 180 lbs, 34" and bought the Sparco 2000 which fit me perfect, except pushing my right leg towards the brake/clutch. For long drives it is uncomfortable. I think this the case of most racing seats though (right leg bolster not angling out enough). This was something I had not thought of when I was in the showroom.

Jim

swftiii

Hubert,

Sparco or Recaro is a personal decision. The best way to make the decision is to get the chance to sit in both seats and see how they feel for you.

I'm 6'2" and about 220 and both fit nicely for me. I went with the Recaro's instead of the Sparco's and am very pleased with them. I think they are both nice seats.

You didn't mention what car they are going into and this is something to consider. Make sure they can be installed with ease into your ride.

-Skip

APKhaos

The butt test is the onyl one that counts. Both models are good quality, but it is the seat that fits you best that you want to find. Nothign compares with sitting in them.

I went shopping for SParco Evo II, and wound up buing the Kirkey Deluxe Roadrace seat. After sitting in both, the Kirkey was a far better fit and the aluminum construction was stronger and less flexy. Did not even consider Kirkey because I did not like their Intermediate Road Race seat. The Deluxe is an entirely different animal.

Go try some before you decide.

ngoldrich

I use the SPG racer Pro and love it. But everyones comments are correct. My previous seat did not fit very well. So try and sit in one and harness up before you buy it.

Norm

Greg Fishman

Instead of the Sparco EVO 2, try the MOMO Acropolis 2. Friend with an identical 993 has the Sparco's and the MOMO seats are a good inch lower with the same side rails.

jerome951

Hubert,
If you are long-waisted, I'd encourage you to sit in the Recaro and determine where the harness slots are in relation to the tops of your shoulders.

I'm 6'5", and when I sit in a Recaro (I was considering the SPG) the shoulder harness openings were so far below the tops of my shoulders, the harness would have to dip down to go through the slot then up and over my shoulder, which is not a safe situation.

Because of that, I went w/ the Evo2 whose shoulder cutouts are taller.

BrucePigozzi

There's good advice here! Go to a large track event and sit in as many variations as you can. My '88 991 sunroof coupe offered less than zero headroom with helmet on. Porsche sport seat brought me down about 0.5 inches, Recaro maybe an inch, Sparco got me down lower than anythingelse.
At one point I called Recarro and they told me Sparco was the only way to get lower. (then put a Momo smaller wheel and extender on so I could lean back abit) I now fit quite comfortably!

Dbltime

Carrol Smiths series "to win" has a page or two on choosing the right seat. Assuming you are talking about a race or track car primarily. Carrol points out that a seat that allows you to relax your body and drive as opposed to bracing and flexing with the car movement will make you faster. Second to the seat keeping you in place is the safety aspect. The styles that wrap around the helmet like a SPG Pro Racer would be my first choice. Get trash bags and foam and make a mold incert.