my electra is pretty fast although the only time ive had the front end off the ground with me in it is going over a speed hump i didnt see. that aside i want to take it to the track and know nothing about helmet requirements or specs or if i can get one used on ebay......what do i look for as a sure bet theyll let me run,thanks marty
Theres a saying for helmets...ya buy a 50 dollar helmet for a 50 dollar head.. in other words dont cheap out, but a quality helmet
During my 1st trip to the track on Sunday I was told if the car doesn't go under 13 seconds I didn't need to wear one. I brought 2 and an extinguisher just in-case
Check with your local track. They will probably require a "Snell" approved helmet. NHRA requirements HELMET For all 10.00 to 13.99 closed-bodied cars, either an open-face or a full-face Snell M2000, M2005, M2010, K2005, SA2000, SA2005, SA2010, SFI 31.1A, 31.1/2005, 31.2A, 41.1A, 41.1/2005, or 41.2A helmet with or without a shield is mandatory required. For all 9.99 and quicker closed-bodied cars, a full-face Snell M2000, M2005, M2010, K2005, SA2000, SA2005, SA2010, SFI 31.2A or 41.2A helmet mandatory; shield permitted (goggles prohibited).
As mentioned, look into the certification of the helmet. SA2005 is good for a few years yet, but I think other ratings are more "current" or soon will be. Each certification lasts only a set number of years (7? 10? 12?)
This is the last year for Snell 2000 in NHRA. I think it mentioned that helmets were good for 12 years. I'd watch out as far as helmets go when running slower than 14's. Some states require it even though NHRA does not. I believe in New Jersey you need one no matter what time you run. Check with the track you run at.
Buy a snell 2010 rated helmet that way its good for 2021.I agree with an above post don't buy a cheap open face get a quality full face.It can save big $ from nockin teeth out on the steering wheel. Jamie
http://www.bellhelmets.com/index.cf...ategory_id=1189&CFID=3804051&CFTOKEN=37129384 You'll look like the stig, IE: Cool.
