Buying a Helmet Online
#1
Buying a Helmet Online
Hey guys - I am a complete racing noob. I am trying to buy my first helmet and am leaning towards a Sparco or HJC. I found a vendor on s2ki which offers pretty awesome deals, the problem is that they don't return any non-defective safety equipment. My head is 21 1/2-22inch depending on how you measure, which is the upper end of a small by most sizing charts. There are no places in my immediate area which sell the helmets so there are no chances of trying it on anywhere before I buy it. is going out and buying a helmet before trying it on a terrible idea? Or is that what most people do? Suggestions?
#2
Find another online vendor that does take returns for fitment. I needed to Exchange my Bell 2010 because the 2005 to 2010 sizes changed slightly. I used LPI (http://www.lpiracing.com/)
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Helmets fit so damn different for everyone, I highly suggest trying it on and buying the one that fits best. Nothing like an uncomfortable helmet to take away from your concentration!
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Most 'good' vendors exchange sizes but usually charge a restocking fee on items which are just returned (or exchanges after 30 days). Having said that, I only order from sites which have policies like that..
http://www.ogracing.com
http://www.saferacer.com
I've never had a problem using the online measuring guidelines and getting items which fit properly the first time.
http://www.ogracing.com
http://www.saferacer.com
I've never had a problem using the online measuring guidelines and getting items which fit properly the first time.
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Most 'good' vendors exchange sizes but usually charge a restocking fee on items which are just returned (or exchanges after 30 days). Having said that, I only order from sites which have policies like that..
http://www.ogracing.com
http://www.saferacer.com
I've never had a problem using the online measuring guidelines and getting items which fit properly the first time.
http://www.ogracing.com
http://www.saferacer.com
I've never had a problem using the online measuring guidelines and getting items which fit properly the first time.
#6
Two of the S2000 friendly groups that run track days in the northeast have at least a dozen rental helmets for the total noobs, as well as for anybody else. I think $20 per day. If you are planning to run a track day, contact the sponsor to determine if they have some helmet rentals. That way you can try without buying.
I believe I have a SA 2005 Bell vortex which provides venturi cooling (but plain white, not like the ones in these videos).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4wusBoKOXo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55tN71E-hyw
I believe I have a SA 2005 Bell vortex which provides venturi cooling (but plain white, not like the ones in these videos).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4wusBoKOXo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55tN71E-hyw
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#8
HJC has tighter fit than car helmets, more like motorcycle helmet fits. I had Bell and now bought HJC and like it. I got my from pitstop usa, they had best price I could find.
Bike shops don't sell car helmets, tried that.
Bike shops don't sell car helmets, tried that.
#9
What are you buying the helmet for? Sanctioned racing body with strick standards or hpde who are just looking for dot/snell approval?
If it's the later, then go to a motorcycle shop and just try helmets on.
My advice when buying helmets and years of racing.
#1 buy the lightest helmet you can afford: weight = neck strain
#2 buy the most expensive helmet and preferably one used in racing. If racers are willing to crash in it, then you will be fine.
#3 helmets that flow well are loud
#4 taken into account the price of visors
#5 their is a myth about head shapes, if you feel hotspots in your helmet, use a spoon to depress the eps layer to relieve pressure - this is essentially assisting in brake in.
#6 fitment buy a helmet that is snug, because if a helmet fits perfect and them breaks in, you are screwed because it will be too loose and you will be swimming in it.
If your organization allows it just use a motor helmet, you will get greater pricing, more accessories, cheaper accessories and better graphics options.
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If it's the later, then go to a motorcycle shop and just try helmets on.
My advice when buying helmets and years of racing.
#1 buy the lightest helmet you can afford: weight = neck strain
#2 buy the most expensive helmet and preferably one used in racing. If racers are willing to crash in it, then you will be fine.
#3 helmets that flow well are loud
#4 taken into account the price of visors
#5 their is a myth about head shapes, if you feel hotspots in your helmet, use a spoon to depress the eps layer to relieve pressure - this is essentially assisting in brake in.
#6 fitment buy a helmet that is snug, because if a helmet fits perfect and them breaks in, you are screwed because it will be too loose and you will be swimming in it.
If your organization allows it just use a motor helmet, you will get greater pricing, more accessories, cheaper accessories and better graphics options.
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#10
Thanks guys. I appreciate all of the advice. I ended up going with a Sparco from http://www.lpiracing.com/ I called them up and I talked to the owner, he sounds like a great guy. Walked my through his thoughts on buying a helmet and said if it was absolutely necessary he would work with my on an exchange.
Using a spoon, hadn't thought that would work- thanks.
Using a spoon, hadn't thought that would work- thanks.