Helmet

PDACPA · 08-21-2015, 10:26 AM

I did a search, but not much info. My son and I are looking to do some Autocross and drivers education (PCA) and are obviously required to have helmets.

Can anyone recommend brand and model that is reasonably priced (and where to purchase)? If his interests continues, we will upgrade down the road.

Thanks

NorthernDancer · 08-21-2015, 12:30 PM

Pyrotect BF1-R8 open face Snell SA2010. Strongly recommend open face vice closed and its MANDATORY to have Snell SA2010 certification. Note the model number (BF1-R8) may have changed since I bought mine.

PDACPA · 08-21-2015, 01:30 PM

Thanks Northern Dancer. We have to have closed face, but I will check out the Pyrotect options.

Kgolf31 · 08-21-2015, 01:41 PM

I personally like the closed face options (read: I've had flying rubber hit my helmet INSIDE the car before)

I run a HJC AR-10 Helmet - $300

HJC SA helmets are a completely different animal versus the motorcycled versions. Very nice quality helmets.

Whatever you get make sure it's SA

Make sure you test fit in person before you order. Sizes vary from manufacture to manufacture. It needs to fit properly.

PDACPA · 08-22-2015, 07:38 AM

Thanks Kgolf31. Going to go try and find some local stores that carry them Event is next month so have some time to research and shop.

jvb6806 · 08-22-2015, 11:33 AM

If you are only doing autoX you probably don't need to have an SA rated helmet. Every club I have ever raced with allows M rated helmets. I wouldn't drop $400 on a Bell SA helmet for your 1st few years if you aren't on a road course. You can usually find an M2010 for less than $100.

If there are places around you where you can try them on and support a local vendor that is awesome. If you can't find anywhere locally check out soloracer.com and saferacer.com

SA2010 - http://soloracer.com/prosport.html ($189)

M rated - http://www.saferacer.com/hjc-cs-r2-s...orcycle-helmet ($89)

If you go into a road race shop they will talk you though fitment but it is suppose to be tight enough to be tolerable not necessarily comfortable.

blinded · 08-22-2015, 09:53 PM

I bought this Bell from Speedway a few years back. I'm pretty happy with it.

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Bell-S...met,47348.html

Taskmaster · 08-23-2015, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Kgolf31

I personally like the closed face options (read: I've had flying rubber hit my helmet INSIDE the car before)

I run a HJC AR-10 Helmet - $300

HJC SA helmets are a completely different animal versus the motorcycled versions. Very nice quality helmets.

Whatever you get make sure it's SA

Make sure you test fit in person before you order. Sizes vary from manufacture to manufacture. It needs to fit properly.

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fcman · 08-24-2015, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kgolf31

I personally like the closed face options (read: I've had flying rubber hit my helmet INSIDE the car before)

I run a HJC AR-10 Helmet - $300

HJC SA helmets are a completely different animal versus the motorcycled versions. Very nice quality helmets.

Whatever you get make sure it's SA

Make sure you test fit in person before you order. Sizes vary from manufacture to manufacture. It needs to fit properly.

I have this helmet also, very good and comfortable for the price.

PDACPA · 08-24-2015, 11:11 AM

Our local PCA requires SA. I am not sure about BMW CCA, but since we will probably do both, I will get us the SA. I found a few for not much more than a $100, but going to look for a local shop as I agree with supporting the local guys.

Expert@ApexWheels · 09-11-2015, 06:43 PM

I have a Bell M4 because the HJC AR-10 was very uncomfortable for my head. Helmets are one of those items that varies greatly depending on the person, so I would recommend for you to go to a place that has helmets for you to try on prior to committing.

Taskmaster · 04-30-2016, 06:48 PM

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justpete · 04-30-2016, 07:11 PM

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FWIW, I have an Arai SAH2010 GP-J3 with different cheek pads although I forget which ones. Will be replacing it with an Arai SAH2015 GP-5W and having it modified to add an IMSA headset. Not really sure if the peak should be replaced with a visor for eye protection. And they're SAH for use with a HANS, Pro 20 specifically which needs to be ordered with the new helmet. Already verified I can climb in and out of the car while wearing my current helmet with a Pro 20 HANS (borrowed from the team driver) with the wheel off and race shell all the way back so it's not an unknown anyway.

tuj · 05-01-2016, 03:56 PM

check out Zamp at Summit racing. SA2010 Less than $200 bucks, decent quality.

08-21-2015, 10:26 AM	#1
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PDACPA Major General 8 Rep 67 Posts Drives: F33 M Sport 435i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 435i Vert [10.00]	Thanks Northern Dancer. We have to have closed face, but I will check out the Pyrotect options. __________________ 2014 F33 Blk/Blk MSport 435i (sold) 2012 135i Blk/Blk
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Kgolf31 Brigadier General 459 Rep 4,531 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC, 2012 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (4)	I personally like the closed face options (read: I've had flying rubber hit my helmet INSIDE the car before) I run a HJC AR-10 Helmet - $300 HJC SA helmets are a completely different animal versus the motorcycled versions. Very nice quality helmets. Whatever you get make sure it's SA Make sure you test fit in person before you order. Sizes vary from manufacture to manufacture. It needs to fit properly.
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PDACPA Major General 8 Rep 67 Posts Drives: F33 M Sport 435i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 435i Vert [10.00]	Thanks Kgolf31. Going to go try and find some local stores that carry them Event is next month so have some time to research and shop. __________________ 2014 F33 Blk/Blk MSport 435i (sold) 2012 135i Blk/Blk
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08-22-2015, 11:33 AM	#6
jvb6806 Private First Class 30 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2010 128i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW 128i [10.00]	If you are only doing autoX you probably don't need to have an SA rated helmet. Every club I have ever raced with allows M rated helmets. I wouldn't drop $400 on a Bell SA helmet for your 1st few years if you aren't on a road course. You can usually find an M2010 for less than $100. If there are places around you where you can try them on and support a local vendor that is awesome. If you can't find anywhere locally check out soloracer.com and saferacer.com SA2010 - http://soloracer.com/prosport.html ($189) M rated - http://www.saferacer.com/hjc-cs-r2-s...orcycle-helmet ($89) If you go into a road race shop they will talk you though fitment but it is suppose to be tight enough to be tolerable not necessarily comfortable. __________________ Last edited by jvb6806; 08-22-2015 at 11:43 AM..
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blinded Private 17 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF iTrader: (0)	I bought this Bell from Speedway a few years back. I'm pretty happy with it. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Bell-S...met,47348.html
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PDACPA Major General 8 Rep 67 Posts Drives: F33 M Sport 435i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 435i Vert [10.00]	Our local PCA requires SA. I am not sure about BMW CCA, but since we will probably do both, I will get us the SA. I found a few for not much more than a $100, but going to look for a local shop as I agree with supporting the local guys. __________________ 2014 F33 Blk/Blk MSport 435i (sold) 2012 135i Blk/Blk
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Expert@ApexWheels Major General 3517 Rep 6,758 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (0)	I have a Bell M4 because the HJC AR-10 was very uncomfortable for my head. Helmets are one of those items that varies greatly depending on the person, so I would recommend for you to go to a place that has helmets for you to try on prior to committing. __________________ 925-245-0773 /// info@apexraceparts.com Wheels /// Accessories /// Vehicle-Specific Fitment Guides /// Careers
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tuj First Lieutenant 49 Rep 379 Posts Drives: '13 135i Join Date: May 2013 Location: Stamford, CT iTrader: (0)	check out Zamp at Summit racing. SA2010 Less than $200 bucks, decent quality. __________________ Living the 1-life since 2013. Last edited by tuj; 05-01-2016 at 04:25 PM..
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