Which helmet for track days?

[bhermans]

Hi all,

I plan to buy an helmet for some track days. What is the best choice because I am 1.87 cm? Hopefully, my esprit does have the glass sunroof and I spare so a few cm. But I am still with my head against the roof when it is closed. For sure I plan to keep the roof open when wearing the helmet. Do you know some thinner and as safe as other?
Thanks
Ben

[bodyart27]

First you need to see what safety rating the sanctioning group over the track event requires. Probably "M95 DOT" for a helmet (I think that is right - but I'm no expert).
Also you might see if they will let you run with the sunroof open.
Unfortunately I don't think helmets are measured the way you are looking for. Another option is to swap in a racing seat at the track (or day before).

shell
dallas, tx usa
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91 Nissan SE-R

[ErnestM]

Sounds like you're looking for one of the newer "composite" helmets (like used in F1). I asked this question not too long ago on the Esprit list and a few of the racing types on the list admonished me to make sure it was SA2000 rated... (Comes down to this; If you have a $ 10 head, buy a $ 10 helmet...)

There is a really good article in this month's F1 Racing magazine on helmets, helmet ratings and differences between auto and moto helmets...

...now if I could just figure out some suitable *cool* Esprit graphics for a helmet, I could go buy one, hmmmm....

Good Luck

ErnestM

PS: Most tracks will NOT let you run with your roof out. In fact, most will require you to put the regular roof panel in for safety's sake...

>> Edited by ErnestM on Friday 29th March 19:03

>> Edited by ErnestM on Monday 1st April 00:12

[exotic]

I am referring to your post about the 88' Esprit engine that you seen on ebay for sale. I could not find it on ebay anywhere. Could you give more info? Thanks!