KPV

Hi Guys,
I am purchasing the R3 Head and Neck restraint





and I am slo picking up a new helmet to drill for this device. I was looking at the Bell M3 and the Simpson SPeedway Rx, but I stumbled across a, presumably, better option.....the Sparco WTT-TK-Helmet.

From OG Racing's website:

• The WTT-TK is designed with a wide eye port for the sedan and touring car racer. The TK has extra ventilation designed into the front chin bar for improved ventilation when used in a closed cockpit. The TK comes with removable cheek padding so the driver can order different pads to achieve the desired fit. The TK also includes a 3mm homologated shield with CNC machined aluminum hardware, positive lock down hinge and lightweight adjustable air ducts.
  
  Features
• Shell Properties: 100% Fiberglass construction offers optimum strength to weight characteristics. Sparco's Vacuum Form Resin Strengthening Process removes air during curing, ensuring a void free laminate. Proprietary Robotic Resin Thickness Control combined with a computerized measuring process ensures zero variance between helmets and precise weight uniformity. Precision Robotic Hydro-Jet Cutting Process for all helmet openings eliminates material fatigue which preserves laminate integrity.
• Ventilation Characteristics: Proprietary Sparco AeroFlow channeling system provides optimal ventilation and air flow throughout the helmet in the most demanding environmental conditions. The WTT System consists of 4 Naca-shaped inlet slots on the chin bar; 3 reversible inlet/outlet air vents on the crown; 2 multipurpose exhaust/communication ports.
• Shield Technology: Crystal clear un-obscured vision means better control and comfort. Optically correct, polycarbonate pre-formed 3 mm anti-scratch shield.
• Aerodynamics: Revolutionary shape virtually elimates turbulence or buffeting.
• Advanced Ergonomics: The SurroundSoft comfort system utilizes the optimum density of foam in each area of the helmet ensuring a proper fit and maximum comfort. An ultra-soft knit Nomex lining is used throughout. The inner liner is completely removable for easy cleaning and service.
• HANS Device Compatible: A specially engineered platform eases the installation of HANS Devices.

The most important spec is the fact that there isn't some bogus disclaimer about drilling the helmet!! Instead, SParco recognizes the use of head and neck restraints and has specifically designed the helmet for a Hans device. Since the R3 utlizes the same concept, is it a fair statement that this helmet is a good choice for use with the R3??
Does anyone have this helmet and if so, how do you like it?

Larry Herman

Looks like a nice choice. The Hans and R3 preferred mounting points are close enough that it should be fine for the R3. Is it Snell 2005?

ColorChange

Looks good to me Ken. THe design looks great. I think the single most important point in a helmet is as tight a fit as you can stand before pain and distraction. So, if the helment (barely) fits, wear it.

OGRacing

We have been told by Sparco that the SA2005 helmets will not be available until after Nov 2005.
Bill Love

Larry Herman

Thanks Bill. I will need one for next season, so I'll get in touch with you after their release. Also, you have an e-mail from me.

KPV

Does anyone have experience with this helmet? Comments regarding the compatibility of the Hans / R3 devices?