anybody know where to get some helmets?

[Shat2]

yea i was thinking of getting one of those racing helmets, anybody know a good place? :)

[SABIO]

Helmets are pretty easy to find. They are everywhere. Don\'t be so lazy;)

[Shat2]

Originally posted by SABIO


Helmets are pretty easy to find. They are everywhere. Don\'t be so lazy;)
lol seriously? i tried looking at pmall and First markham place but they only sell parts. should i go look at motorcycle shops?

[FLIPDADY]

Originally posted by Shat2



Originally posted by SABIO


Helmets are pretty easy to find. They are everywhere. Don\'t be so lazy;)
lol seriously? i tried looking at pmall and First markham place but they only sell parts. should i go look at motorcycle shops?
Ask domokun where he picked his up. Also there was a thread in the Buy/Sell section.

[MAZDA Kitten]

I bought mine at a motorocycle shop........ but that is when I had a motorcyle http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/sly.gif

But I plan on using it when I start autocrossing

[Shat2]

Originally posted by MAZDA Kitten


I bought mine at a motorocycle shop........ but that is when I had a motorcyle http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/sly.gif

But I plan on using it when I start autocrossing
thanx mk, i was thinking of checking it out. i want it cause i was thinking of getting a motorcycle license and save up for a bike :) and GO KARTS, the one they let u use smells like old farts :D

[MAZDA Kitten]

Originally posted by Shat2



Originally posted by MAZDA Kitten


I bought mine at a motorocycle shop........ but that is when I had a motorcyle http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/sly.gif

But I plan on using it when I start autocrossing
thanx mk, i was thinking of checking it out. i want it cause i was thinking of getting a motorcycle license and save up for a bike :) and GO KARTS, the one they let u use smells like old farts :D

DOOO EEETT.. I have my M2 but no bike anymore :( (other priorities)
Just when you buy the helmet and I\'m sure the sales staff will assist you but keep in mind if it feels \'too\' snug that means its perfect. There shouldnt be any play in the helmet whatsoever

[miggiddy]

What MK said.

Don\'t know where you\'re located but here are a few motorcycle shops

Parker Bros. (http://www.powersports.ca )
Cycle World (http://www.cycleworld.ca )
GP Bikes (http://www.gpbikes.ca )
McBride (http://www.mcbridecycle.com )
Riders Choice (http://www.riderschoice.ca )

Car performance shop in Mississauga.

JRP (http://www.jrponline.com/safety.asp)

[Shat2]

Originally posted by MAZDA Kitten



Originally posted by Shat2



Originally posted by MAZDA Kitten


I bought mine at a motorocycle shop........ but that is when I had a motorcyle http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/sly.gif

But I plan on using it when I start autocrossing
thanx mk, i was thinking of checking it out. i want it cause i was thinking of getting a motorcycle license and save up for a bike :) and GO KARTS, the one they let u use smells like old farts :D

DOOO EEETT.. I have my M2 but no bike anymore :( (other priorities)
Just when you buy the helmet and I\'m sure the sales staff will assist you but keep in mind if it feels \'too\' snug that means its perfect. There shouldnt be any play in the helmet whatsoever
thanx for the help MK :D

[Caz]

If you are looking for some halmet ask broli\'s mom. :D

[Moose]

If you are looking for a road-race legal helmet (SA) vs (M)Motorcylce helmet ...

http://www.grisdale.com/racing/index.php (Impact)
http://www.kensairacing.com/ (OMP)
http://www.tracracing.com/ (OMP)
http://www.rmr.ca/ (Bell)
http://www.overseas-auto.com/Home/index.html (Bell)
http://www.cscracing.com/ (Bell)
http://www.jrponline.com/safety.asp (Sparco)

[SABIO]

Bell SA2005. Newest, safest Helmet. $320

BELL (http://www.cscracing.com/helmets.htm)

[miggiddy]

Originally posted by Moose



If you are looking for a road-race legal helmet (SA) vs (M)Motorcylce helmet ...

http://www.grisdale.com/racing/index.php (Impact)
http://www.kensairacing.com/ (OMP)
http://www.tracracing.com/ (OMP)
http://www.rmr.ca/ (Bell)
http://www.overseas-auto.com/Home/index.html (Bell)
http://www.cscracing.com/ (Bell)
http://www.jrponline.com/safety.asp (Sparco)



Thanks Moose for pointing this out. I didn\'t realize they differed.

Short Article (http://www.performancedriversclub.org/articles_detail.asp?articleID=8) kind of old but i\'m sure still applies.

[Whos ur dadd]

Since blunty so graciously linked this thread, I\'ll bump it.

At the track day I attended, helmets were recommended, but not mandatory. Just wondering how uncomfortable they are to wear. Do they impede visibility at all?

I think I will invest in a helmet, but I\'m not looking forward to the loss of peripheral vision (if there is any loss that is...).

[bluntman]

It may mess up your hair. :D

[majic]

Originally posted by Whos ur dadd


Since blunty so graciously linked this thread, I\'ll bump it.

At the track day I attended, helmets were recommended, but not mandatory. Just wondering how uncomfortable they are to wear. Do they impede visibility at all?

I think I will invest in a helmet, but I\'m not looking forward to the loss of peripheral vision (if there is any loss that is...).

i *think* if they are good for race car drivers they just might be good for you ;)

[Whos ur dadd]

How the heck both of you fuggers became mods is beyond me. :sarc




:D

[SABIO]

Another version of the difference between SA / M / K Helmets.

Auto-racing helmets are rated as either M, SA or K. M stands for Motorcycle or Motorized vehicles. M rated helmets are used for Motorized highway vehicles and for Racing that does not require a fire retardant rating. M rated helmets require a larger eyeport for a wider range of vision. SA stands for Special Application. SA rated helmets are used in competitive automobile racing and require a fire retardant rating. SA helmets are also subjected to additional testing including a test that simulates a roll bar impact. K rated helmets are used for Karting applications. They are subjected to the same test standards as SA helmets except the do not require a fire retardant interior.

A M-rated helmet will give you a better feild of vision. ASN Canada FIA Regulations state that you are allowed to use a M-rated helemt. As well as a SA rated one.
M-rated oneis the frrugal way if you plan to go to the track a couple times a year. Cheapest Bell helmet is $300+

[MajesticBlueNTO]

there is quite the selection of less than $200 Snell M2000 helmets at Cycle World (www.cycleworld.ca)... KBC Helmets (http://www.kbc-helmet.com/), HJC Helmets (http://www.hjchelmets.com/), or CKX should have something in a reasonable price range.