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wirebender · 04-03-2015, 09:30 AM

I need to get a helmet and would appreciate advice on type, brand, cost.
May be interested in a used one if available.
Thanks in advance for your help!

Norm Peterson · 04-03-2015, 10:03 AM

SA-2010 is the current spec, but the SA-2015 spec is due out soon (not sure when). I suggest that you check with all of the tracks and organizations that you might run with. A full face helmet may be required.

$300 still buys a full face Simpson Voyager (has a large eyeport). If you're an SCCA member there may be a discount available.

www.SafeRacer.com

Norm

NZZL1 · 04-03-2015, 02:18 PM

I just purchased this bargain, and whilst it is not a well known brand, it has a SA2010 rating, and it looks and feels good enough for my occasional track or drag efforts.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

arkentect · 04-03-2015, 02:23 PM

Gotta look badass at the sametime.

http://www.helmetdawg.com/Products.php

JacobC1983 · 04-03-2015, 02:53 PM

What is a SA2010 spec helmet with a real low profile? I am a taller guy and I am afraid my head will hit the ceiling in the ZL1 -- I don't have a sunroof so that adds a bit of clearance, but I can't seem to find one without leaning the seat too far back for comfort.

wirebender · 04-04-2015, 09:19 AM

Thanx for the input guys...any further suggestions appreciated!

2013 ZL1 #7860 · 04-04-2015, 10:22 AM

I went with an SA-2010 GForce Racing full face and Sparco Jade SFI 3-5 jacket. Less than $250 in the whole set. Fits and looks good!

2013 ZL1 #7860 · 04-04-2015, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JacobC1983

What is a SA2010 spec helmet with a real low profile? I am a taller guy and I am afraid my head will hit the ceiling in the ZL1 -- I don't have a sunroof so that adds a bit of clearance, but I can't seem to find one without leaning the seat too far back for comfort.

Put the seat as low as possible and just accept the limited outward vision. You will be fine!

wirebender · 04-04-2015, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 2013 ZL1 #7860

I went with an SA-2010 GForce Racing full face and Sparco Jade SFI 3-5 jacket. Less than $250 in the whole set. Fits and looks good!

From where?

Aequitas & Veritas · 04-04-2015, 04:31 PM

I have the Bell Vador with a blue chrome visor bought from SafeRacer as well. Great site and competitive pricing.

Kevlar382 · 04-05-2015, 09:32 AM

There are a lot of nice helmets on the market but don't buy a used one. Most tracks won't let you use a helmet that is older than 5 years.

OldJedi · 04-05-2015, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2013 ZL1 #7860

I went with an SA-2010 GForce Racing full face and Sparco Jade SFI 3-5 jacket. Less than $250 in the whole set. Fits and looks good!

I bought a GForce open face helmet before they released their new carbon fiber full face. If you are only going to use the helmet a few times a year for track days, I suggest the open face model. if you are going to be more serious about track use then go with the full face. I purchased from Summit Racing, great company to deal with and immediate shipping.

2013 ZL1 #7860 · 04-05-2015, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wirebender

From where?

Summit

ZL1Kid_AL · 04-06-2015, 12:25 AM

so my research tells me that the SA-2015 helmets will be out in october, do you guys think rules will change from SA-2010 to SA-2015 starting at the beginning of race season 2016?? Or 2010 will be passable for a year or two?

I am looking to buy a new one but would hate to spend the money and only get 1 race season to use it

04-03-2015, 09:30 AM	#1
wirebender Drives: 2017 ZL1, A10, White, sunroof, nav Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Garner, NC Posts: 720 View My Garage	Need a Helmet...please help I need to get a helmet and would appreciate advice on type, brand, cost. May be interested in a used one if available. Thanks in advance for your help!

04-04-2015, 04:31 PM	#10
Aequitas & Veritas Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS, 2009 GTR Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 2,559 View My Garage	I have the Bell Vador with a blue chrome visor bought from SafeRacer as well. Great site and competitive pricing. __________________ Build thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=152335 Photos: www.flickr.com/bradbeer GTR Instagram: @NoCrustGTR

04-06-2015, 12:25 AM	#14
ZL1Kid_AL Drives: 2014 ZL1- Summit White M6 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Thornton, Colorado Posts: 462	so my research tells me that the SA-2015 helmets will be out in october, do you guys think rules will change from SA-2010 to SA-2015 starting at the beginning of race season 2016?? Or 2010 will be passable for a year or two? I am looking to buy a new one but would hate to spend the money and only get 1 race season to use it __________________ 750whp @ 13psi Garage Built on Jack Stands.. 850++ 100 shot of sauce

04-03-2015, 10:03 AM	#2
Norm Peterson corner barstool sitter Drives: 08 Mustang GT, 19 WRX Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Eastern Time Zone Posts: 6,990	SA-2010 is the current spec, but the SA-2015 spec is due out soon (not sure when). I suggest that you check with all of the tracks and organizations that you might run with. A full face helmet may be required. $300 still buys a full face Simpson Voyager (has a large eyeport). If you're an SCCA member there may be a discount available. www.SafeRacer.com Norm

04-03-2015, 02:18 PM	#3
NZZL1 Drives: 2013 BRM ZL1 Camaro M6 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 162 View My Garage	I just purchased this bargain, and whilst it is not a well known brand, it has a SA2010 rating, and it looks and feels good enough for my occasional track or drag efforts. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

04-03-2015, 02:23 PM	#4
arkentect Drives: 2010 Camaro SGM 1LT M6 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,630	Gotta look badass at the sametime. http://www.helmetdawg.com/Products.php

04-03-2015, 02:53 PM	#5
JacobC1983 Drives: 2019 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 488	What is a SA2010 spec helmet with a real low profile? I am a taller guy and I am afraid my head will hit the ceiling in the ZL1 -- I don't have a sunroof so that adds a bit of clearance, but I can't seem to find one without leaning the seat too far back for comfort.

04-04-2015, 09:19 AM	#6
wirebender Drives: 2017 ZL1, A10, White, sunroof, nav Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Garner, NC Posts: 720 View My Garage	Thanx for the input guys...any further suggestions appreciated!

04-04-2015, 10:22 AM	#7
2013 ZL1 #7860 Drives: 2013 ZL1 A6 #7860 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: CO, USA Posts: 1,279	I went with an SA-2010 GForce Racing full face and Sparco Jade SFI 3-5 jacket. Less than $250 in the whole set. Fits and looks good!

04-05-2015, 09:32 AM	#11
Kevlar382 Drives: '12 ZL1; '71 RS/Z28; '99 Vette Conv Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Holland MI Posts: 599 View My Garage	There are a lot of nice helmets on the market but don't buy a used one. Most tracks won't let you use a helmet that is older than 5 years.