Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
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03/06/12 08:54 PM
03/06/12 08:54 PM
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fig426
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I'm looking for a new helmet, because my M2005 is now expired. I use my helmet for racing and also for my street bike. So in my Journey of helmet shopping, I end up on the Snell web site. And in reference to the M2010 standard, it says that the standard has been adopted for the European market because they use a standard other than Snell. This is a direct quote from Snell. .. ' . "For street riders in North America, the differences between M2010 and M2005 should be of little significance. M2010 does not exceed M2005 but it does demand comparable protection. But for street riders in Europe, M2010 may make a considerable difference. For the first time in years, they may be able to choose helmets which satisfy all the local regulations and provide a premium of protective capability over and above local requirements. Helmets certified to the M2010 standard and ECE 22-05 will provide protection comparable to M2005 and will qualify for sale and use in the UK and Europe." . So why are we forced to buy a new rated helmet here in the states that is equivelant to M2005? Just my  
Chris from New Jersey
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Re: Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
[Re: fig426]
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03/06/12 08:56 PM
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From my home track...
ATTENTION RACERS: 2012 NHRA RULES UPDATES
The NHRA has published their rules revisions and updates for the 2012 season. All updates are available online at nhraracer.com. Please refer to nhraracer.com or the NHRA Rulebook for a complete listing as well as the details.
Rules of most significance note for sportsman racers include but not limited to;
1. SNELL 2000 helmets are NOW EXPIRED. Racers 13.99 (8.59 - 1/8 mile) and quicker and motorcycle/sled/ATV and Junior Dragster competitors must have a current SNELL or SFI approved helmets. The most common are SNELL, and the 2005 dated helmets are good until 1/1/2017 and 2010 dates helmets are good until 1/1/2022.
2. Super Street competitors must now have a lower engine oil containment device. A belly pan may be used in lieu of a "diaper".
3. Advanced E.T. racers 6.00 - 7.49 ET (3.66-4.49 ET - 1/8 mile) must have a head and neck support device that is dated within 5 years.
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Re: Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
[Re: fig426]
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03/06/12 10:24 PM
03/06/12 10:24 PM
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Ok my mistake. I was told at my track in the fall that my 2005 will expire at the end of 2011. So I'm good until 2017 I guess.
Yes! your 2005 Helmet is accepted until 2017,
or until it is hit with a large force! LOL
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Re: Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
[Re: fig426]
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03/06/12 10:53 PM
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Hi Fig, I was going to make a post on this, but I'll just hijack yours instead. Below are a 2000 and 2010 G-Force Procomp, one of the cheaper legal helmets out there. They are dimensionally the same, the main differences are the styling and the strap and interior upholstery of the 2010 are made of fire-resistant materials. That said, I will testify today that the new helmet is TIGHT! Same size and manufacturer, It is a squeeze to wear the new one. I think I will go thru tech with the new one and wear my old one during racing. 
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Re: Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
[Re: Cab_Burge]
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03/07/12 11:17 AM
03/07/12 11:17 AM
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Just to muddy the waters or clarify them....
Are you racing a bike?
I was under the impression that an M(otorcycle) helmet is not good for a car.
your under the wrong impression   M2005 are accepted in most catagorys, check the local track reqirements
Thanks Cab for the clarification!
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Re: Did NHRA drop the ball with the new Snell requirement?
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03/07/12 02:10 PM
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Slingshot383
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There is a difference between a S and a SA helmet, the SA's are nomex lined.
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