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Re: Helmet Time
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11/21/09 02:03 AM
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let me ask you, if you ever need to use the helmet do you want to just protect the back of your head or all of it?
Point well taken...wasnt asking to comprimise saftey...thanks for the input. It will be a learning experience, I've never used a full face before.
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: B1KILLER]
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11/21/09 02:03 AM
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If you want to try on some before you actually buy 1, go to a MC dealer, and try them on for comfort, and sizing.  
Good idea...thanks!!
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11/21/09 06:09 PM
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: WILD BILL]
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11/21/09 07:07 PM
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Here is a quote from SCDaytona Quote:
Here is the helmet spec's right of the NHRA site.
Page 282
10:7 HELMET
Drivers of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and E.T. cars (13.99 or quicker) must use a
helmet meeting Snell SA2000, M2000, SA2005, M2005, M2010, 2007 or SFI 31.1A,
31.2A, 31.1/2005, 41.1A, 41.2A, or 41.1/2005 Specs. Drivers in supercharged, frontengine,
open-bodied cars and Funny Cars must wear a helmet meeting Snell SA2000,
SA2005 or SFI 31.1A, 31.2A, or 31.1/2005 Specs. See Class Requirements.
NHRA Helmet Expiration Dates
Label Expires
Snell 2000 1/1/2012
2010 NHRA Rule Amendments
As of October 26, 2009
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Snell 2005 1/1/2017
Snell 2010 2007 1/1/2022 2019
SFI 31.1A 1/1/2014
SFI 31.2A 1/1/2014
Label Expires
SFI 41.1A 1/1/2014
SFI 41.2A 1/1/2014
SFI 31.1/2005 1/1/2017
SFI 41.1/2005 1/1/2017
SFI 24.1 (JDRL only) 1/1/2015
SFI 24.1/2005 1/1/2017
Here is the link: http://www.nhra.com/UserFiles/file/2010RuleBookAmendments.pdf /quote]
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: Jeepmon]
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11/21/09 07:15 PM
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Here is a quote from SCDaytona
I stand corrected. 
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11/21/09 07:21 PM
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/21/09 07:42 PM
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let me ask you, if you ever need to use the helmet do you want to just protect the back of your head or all of it? Buy a full face your safety is worth the inconvenience. Helmet City usually has some of the best pricing. The best time to buy is at the US Nationals every labor day, Simpson and Impact both have huge sales.
http://www.helmetcity.com/page/HC/CTGY/AH
i bought my simpson at the us nats very good prices as mentioned
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/21/09 08:34 PM
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don't forget there is a 10% discount at summit.
Is there a current discount code available???
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/21/09 08:45 PM
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THIS is what po's me! I have helmets laying everywhere from years gone by and rule changes,,,etc! I still have the same head,,it probably isn't worth as much as it used to be,,so why do I need another/better helmet every few years? Do the helmets rot, deteriate, get soft,??WTH? I believe the government and the sanctioning bodies are both the same dumb asses!
If you like drag racing, support your local track.
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/21/09 08:51 PM
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helmets are rated and tested by the Snell Foundation. I'm sure if you call or email them you they will answer your questions unlike the other for our "safety" organization. http://www.smf.org/Why should you replace your helmet every five years? The five year replacement recommendation is based on a consensus by both the helmet manufacturers and the Snell Foundation. Glues, resins and other materials used in helmet production over can affect liner materials. Hair oils, body fluids and cosmetics, as well as normal "wear and tear" all contribute to helmet degradation. Petroleum based products present in cleaners, paints, fuels and other commonly encountered materials may also degrade materials used in many helmets possibly degrading performance. Additionally, experience indicates there will be a noticeable improvement in the protective characteristic of helmets over a five year period due to advances in materials, designs, production methods and the standards. Thus, the recommendation for five year helmet replacement is a judgment call stemming from a prudent safety philosophy.
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: ro23car]
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11/21/09 10:45 PM
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let me ask you, if you ever need to use the helmet do you want to just protect the back of your head or all of it? Buy a full face your safety is worth the inconvenience. Helmet City usually has some of the best pricing. The best time to buy is at the US Nationals every labor day, Simpson and Impact both have huge sales.
http://www.helmetcity.com/page/HC/CTGY/AH
i bought my simpson at the us nats very good prices as mentioned
I bought mine at Indy also. I got over there at 7AM when they opened.
Someone put the wrong helmet on the clearance rack.
I got a $425 helmet for $100  
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/22/09 12:17 AM
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THIS is what po's me! I have helmets laying everywhere from years gone by and rule changes,,,etc! I still have the same head,,it probably isn't worth as much as it used to be,,so why do I need another/better helmet every few years? Do the helmets rot, deteriate, get soft,??WTH? I believe the government and the sanctioning bodies are both the same dumb asses!
  There both going to milk us until we are dry  How you liking them changes now 
Mr.Cab Racing and winning with Mopars since 1964. (Old F--t, Huh)
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: MegaDart]
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11/22/09 08:36 AM
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Megadart,,,,any info on the black carbon fiber helmet in your pic ? do you know what MODEL that is ? I like that one........ (if could even comment on your other helmet brand ?) I need to upgrade to a full face........and was going to get a Impact....... thanks  Doug
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: 69CHARGERMD]
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11/22/09 09:17 AM
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Megadart,,,,any info on the black carbon fiber helmet in your pic ?
do you know what MODEL that is ?
I like that one........
(if could even comment on your other helmet brand ?)
I need to upgrade to a full face........and was going to get a Impact.......
Doug, I thought we already went over this? 
Both of my helmets are Impact, the gray one is the "Draft" and I wear it in the dragster. It is a fantastic open cockpit helmet but not good for doorcar. The "duck bill" limits downward movement with a neckbrace on. The carbon fiber helmet is a "Super Sport" and is a great door car helmet. It does not have some of the design options of the draft but has the same LARGE eyeport that I desire for racing.
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: MegaDart]
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11/22/09 09:25 AM
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Doug, I thought we already went over this?
Sorry,
thank you for the info
Doug
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: 69CHARGERMD]
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11/22/09 10:23 AM
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Doug, I thought we already went over this?
Sorry,
thank you for the info
Doug
Sensitivity classes coming soon 
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Re: Helmet Time
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11/22/09 10:43 AM
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It was the carbon fiber that threw me off  ,,,i recall the super sport model,,,but only see it listed on jegs, summit,,and even the helmet link on page one of this thread in black, white, grey, and flat,,,no carbon fiber,,so i thought it was a different model..  I found the actual impact website,,and see they list the carbon fiber there...was hoping to get it "cheaper" thru jegs/summit/etc,,, thanks again, Doug Quote:
Sensitivity classes coming soon
lol,,, it's all good..... i never got around to ordering one previously,,,and had a lapse in memory.. 
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Re: Helmet Time
[Re: 68roadrunner]
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11/22/09 11:21 AM
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mega, can you breath with the draft after you get the neck collar on. mine smothers me to death.
I never close visor completely and big exhale before going in. That just to prevent fogging. Breathing is no problem at all.
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