Need a new helmet what’s recommended?

[Steve]

Since the nanny state we live in have deemed it necessary to wear a full face in an open top car. A result of of one turd losing its sumpbung on an event & the opentop bath following then got covered in oil.

Where on line are the deals?

Size M, had Shoie, AGV, Sparco & Arai in the past.

 

[robzracing]

I've always had Arai and just replaced my 10 year old helmet for the new season as it went out of date. It's a big investment but one I've always worth making. I tried Bell and Stilo at the Motorsport Show in Jan but the Stilo wasn't comfortable and although the Bell was very comfortable I found it didn't block much noise out which was an issue for me as I have in helmet radio which can be difficult to hear at the best of times.

So I bought a GP5W that comes with a visor and a peak. The W refers to a wide aperture which is much better for periferal visibility.

Always good service at Demon Tweeks but the only offers I ever see are pacgage deals with Hans devices etc.

 

[George@RTR_Parts]

like with most things you get what you pay for, I got a Simpson helmet as I have one of their hans and was impressed with it, very happy with both. Best to try a few on and see how you get on with them if you can do. I got mine from the shop in Oulton Park, Advantage Motorsport, very helpful . Was going to get a Bell but they hadn't no stock in the Uk of the new ones and couldn't' wait any longer for it the other year

 

[George@RTR_Parts]

think they've now got a shop at Donington aswel Steve iirc

 

[Steve]

Cheers guys.
Will check at Donno next time I call by

 

[Sigmamark]

I've always had Arai and just replaced my 10 year old helmet for the new season as it went out of date. It's a big investment but one I've always worth making. I tried Bell and Stilo at the Motorsport Show in Jan but the Stilo wasn't comfortable and although the Bell was very comfortable I found it didn't block much noise out which was an issue for me as I have in helmet radio which can be difficult to hear at the best of times.

So I bought a GP5W that comes with a visor and a peak. The W refers to a wide aperture which is much better for periferal visibility.

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Always good service at Demon Tweeks but the only offers I ever see are pacgage deals with Hans devices etc.

Another vote for the GP5W. Looks good with a bit of paint on it as well. As for noise, whilst I have always had Arais, they are noisy and I have always worn earplugs on bikes and in my Radical. Doesn’t really matter in the Clio, because there isn’t any wind noise.

 

[DivideBYZero]

I have a Sparco RJ3.

 

[George@RTR_Parts]

nice paint job that @Sigmamark

 

[loggyboy]

Very happy with My V2sport Ive just purchased. Snell 2015 with hans and superb quality despite the modest price. I had there old style as track helmet but needed ones with Hans this year so upgraded and very pleased. http://www.v2sport.com/

 

[Steve]

I have a Sparco RJ3.

Just gave away my Sparco Pro Jet (Hans) not allowed in open top.

 

[R29TJR]

I also have a V2 Sport.

Good value for money and I think they look good, I've used mine in my mates Caterham a couple of times and been really impressed with the fit and how planted it felt on my head, but I also think different helmets suit different head shapes!

 

[Steve]

I also have a V2 Sport.

Good value for money and I think they look good, I've used mine in my mates Caterham a couple of times and been really impressed with the fit and how planted it felt on my head, but I also think different helmets suit different head shapes!

Looked at these not got any stock of the black ones?
What colour you go for?

 

[gnome]

Highly recommend these, very helpful..... https://www.hedtec.co.uk/products/

 

[R29TJR]

Looked at these not got any stock of the black ones?
What colour you go for?

I’ve got a black one with a black visor.

You can hardly notice me in the car!

 

[Mertin]

Had a V2 sport for a few years, just expired this year. Couldnt fault it
Just bought a 2nd hand hedtec to see me through till 2023 as didnt see the point buying new to only replace again and get 3 years racing from it. Read some good things online about them so nice to see how it compares to the v2
Im looking at going for a Koden helmet for my next one in a few years

 

[-Jamie-]

Had a V2 for years and years, Open face so nice and comfy and handy for when yoh have passengers. Bought a Bell GP3 to replace it as I needed HANS, totally different budget but miles apart in terms of quality and comfort

 

[loggyboy]

Looked at these not got any stock of the black ones?
What colour you go for?

 

[Steve]

Where did you buy from?

What size head you got my sparco fitted like a glove, 58cm?

 

[loggyboy]

Ordered direct. Average head, ordered medium.