Motor Sport Raewear

Motor Sport Raewear

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Mr Overheads

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2,491 posts

183 months

Wednesday 25th November 2015
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Where in Yorkshire can I buy racewear i..e Helmet, Racesuit, Gloves, shoes etc

Plenty of online shops with bases at places like Brands, Silverstone etc, but can't find anything in this area where I can actually try on the stuff.

Wingo

311 posts

178 months

Thursday 26th November 2015
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I think you are going to struggle on this one if you won't go beyond Yorkshire's borders.laugh

Motoscope at Northallerton keep a bit of stock as far as I know.


If I've wanted some kit I've occasionally made the journey across to Wrexham.

The other option is make a day of it and go to a show, Autosport or if karting is your thing, kartmania (next weekend). I've found that's a good way to try out various manufacturers kit to see what suits/fits the best, there's usually a bit of haggle room as well.

Wingo




benjj

6,787 posts

170 months

Thursday 26th November 2015
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Yup, nowhere really here.

I usually use a combination of GPR, Rallynutz and Demon Tweeks.

All offer a sensible returns policy.

Obviously helmet is the main thing to get the correct fit.

As everyone says the Autosport show is the place for this and good deals. You can try on and order there then have delivered to you afterwards.

DMN

3,018 posts

146 months

Friday 27th November 2015
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When I needed to buy stuff, I've just bitten the bullet and driven to Demon Tweaks. At least you can stop for lunch in Chester on the way back.

_Leg_

2,825 posts

218 months

Friday 27th November 2015
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I went to Demon Tweaks also. Its a bit of a trek but worth it.

TheMighty

584 posts

218 months

Friday 27th November 2015
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I'd suggest doing Autosport too. I always tend to try stuff on at different events I'm at in the US and then order later online rather than carrying stuff home. But 100% do make sure that the helmet you buy is absolutely right for you. I've found that some shells would break my nose in even a mild frontal impact even where other designs from the same manufacturer are not a problem for me (and I've not even got a big konk). The other thing you may have a problem is a head/neck restraint as you really do need to try it in place in your seat to see if it is right for you.

Edited by TheMighty on Friday 27th November 20:03

AshW

3,836 posts

248 months

Monday 30th November 2015
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Demon Tweeks

Nothing up here

andyps

7,817 posts

289 months

Tuesday 8th December 2015
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I've never enquired to see if they have a shop but Co Durham may be closer than Wrexham - http://www.plays-kool.co.uk/