What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (brand/model)
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (lastturn)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by lastturn »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (brand/model)</TD></TR></TABLE>
GForce has a multi-layer suit that is a pretty good deal/price. Are a couple other budget brands that are starting to have similar offerings (can't remember who specifically).
Cruipier Motorsports has a pretty killer deal on a whole package, includes a Sparco Fashion 5. Hard to beat, I think it is like $750 includes the suit, neck brace, balaclava, gloves, shoes, socks.
GForce has a multi-layer suit that is a pretty good deal/price. Are a couple other budget brands that are starting to have similar offerings (can't remember who specifically).
Cruipier Motorsports has a pretty killer deal on a whole package, includes a Sparco Fashion 5. Hard to beat, I think it is like $750 includes the suit, neck brace, balaclava, gloves, shoes, socks.
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (rotten)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by rotten »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
GForce has a multi-layer suit that is a pretty good deal/price. Are a couple other budget brands that are starting to have similar offerings (can't remember who specifically).
Cruipier Motorsports has a pretty killer deal on a whole package, includes a Sparco Fashion 5. Hard to beat, I think it is like $750 includes the suit, neck brace, balaclava, gloves, shoes, socks.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Care to back that up wth a link?
Modified by Cobra Tim at 8:33 AM 2/17/2006
GForce has a multi-layer suit that is a pretty good deal/price. Are a couple other budget brands that are starting to have similar offerings (can't remember who specifically).
Cruipier Motorsports has a pretty killer deal on a whole package, includes a Sparco Fashion 5. Hard to beat, I think it is like $750 includes the suit, neck brace, balaclava, gloves, shoes, socks.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Care to back that up wth a link?
Modified by Cobra Tim at 8:33 AM 2/17/2006
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (lastturn)
If they have your size in the color you like, this is the best deal going right now. This suit is very comfortable.
http://www.saferacer.com/spsp5rasu.html
http://www.saferacer.com/spfa5rasu.html
http://www.saferacer.com/spsp5rasu.html
http://www.saferacer.com/spfa5rasu.html
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Re: (JettaRacer)
Ive got a question about the sizing....
With all my measurements, I appear to be in between a size 56 and 58. No I know I should most likely choose the larger size, but even with the 58 the weight it claims for that size is 30 lbs too light. Should I just ignore the weight row and focus more on just measurements.
My measurements are about
Height: 72"
Waist: 36-38
Chest:42
Hips:42
Weight: 220
With all my measurements, I appear to be in between a size 56 and 58. No I know I should most likely choose the larger size, but even with the 58 the weight it claims for that size is 30 lbs too light. Should I just ignore the weight row and focus more on just measurements.
My measurements are about
Height: 72"
Waist: 36-38
Chest:42
Hips:42
Weight: 220
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Re: (Cobra Tim)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Cobra Tim »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Ive got a question about the sizing....
With all my measurements, I appear to be in between a size 56 and 58. No I know I should most likely choose the larger size, but even with the 58 the weight it claims for that size is 30 lbs too light. Should I just ignore the weight row and focus more on just measurements.
My measurements are about
Height: 72"
Waist: 36-38
Chest:42
Hips:42
Weight: 220</TD></TR></TABLE>
you're about the same measurements i was when i bought my drivers suit
Height: 75''
Waist: 36
Chest: 44
Hips: movin and shakin
Weight: 220
i'm not exactly sure what size i got, i think maybe a 58. i can check for you later if you like.
With all my measurements, I appear to be in between a size 56 and 58. No I know I should most likely choose the larger size, but even with the 58 the weight it claims for that size is 30 lbs too light. Should I just ignore the weight row and focus more on just measurements.
My measurements are about
Height: 72"
Waist: 36-38
Chest:42
Hips:42
Weight: 220</TD></TR></TABLE>
you're about the same measurements i was when i bought my drivers suit
Height: 75''
Waist: 36
Chest: 44
Hips: movin and shakin
Weight: 220
i'm not exactly sure what size i got, i think maybe a 58. i can check for you later if you like.
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My first suit was the cheapest that I could find at the time. Within a year I was back in the market for another, more expensive, one.... at which point I realized I hadn't really saved much of anything!
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in my personal opinion, i think the $400 range suits from Sparco/OMP whomever are the best deals. they're nice suits that will keep you happy and safe without being cheaply made or too expensive to purchase.
<---happy OMP Fasion 5 owner.
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (lastturn)
I was over at http://www.crowenterprizes.com yesterday for some webbing. Their quilted 2-layer suit looked pretty good, for the money. About $230, I think.
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (thawley)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by thawley »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I was over at http://www.crowenterprizes.com yesterday for some webbing. Their quilted 2-layer suit looked pretty good, for the money. About $230, I think.
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I know I'm running their harnesses... I like those... And I mean look at the nice boot cut on that suit! Its just so sexy!
</TD></TR></TABLE>I know I'm running their harnesses... I like those... And I mean look at the nice boot cut on that suit! Its just so sexy!
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (tnord)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by tnord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i personally would not buy that suit because it doesn't have any "cuffs" on either the leg or the arm. </TD></TR></TABLE>
On a serious note... is this a serious concern?(if so, why? curious...) Or just another fashion note
On a serious note... is this a serious concern?(if so, why? curious...) Or just another fashion note
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Re: (tnord)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by tnord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">in my personal opinion, i think the $400 range suits from Sparco/OMP whomever are the best deals.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Agreed. My Sparco has been serving me well since 2002.
BTW, your suit is not a place to skimp. The difference between a $400 Sparco and a $200 house brand suit from one of the driver gear warehouses is HUGE. The cheap ones are heavy, thick, and not all that well made. There may be exceptions out there, but I've never seen one.
Agreed. My Sparco has been serving me well since 2002.
BTW, your suit is not a place to skimp. The difference between a $400 Sparco and a $200 house brand suit from one of the driver gear warehouses is HUGE. The cheap ones are heavy, thick, and not all that well made. There may be exceptions out there, but I've never seen one.
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (splitime)
I didn't look to see if there are banded legs under the cuffs. The stock car guys all like the cuffs 'cus it looks like their still wearing Wranglers. None of that candy-*** pin-legged, ballet shoe stuff for them...
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Check out the G-Force 545.
It's AMAZING how light it is - even ignoring the price point.
http://www.saferacer.com/gf545rasu.html
When I was at Saferacer's warehouse/showroom a year ago, I was able to compare this G-Force to a MUCH more expensive Sparco (I forget which model, but it was north of $1,000) side by side. The feel of the two suits was amazing similar.
Jarrod
It's AMAZING how light it is - even ignoring the price point.
http://www.saferacer.com/gf545rasu.html
When I was at Saferacer's warehouse/showroom a year ago, I was able to compare this G-Force to a MUCH more expensive Sparco (I forget which model, but it was north of $1,000) side by side. The feel of the two suits was amazing similar.
Jarrod
I have been doing a lot of research on suits and safety gear lately (and I'm only running HPDE's). I don't need to risk my life on my own accord or someone else's, so I figure I'll gear up on the safety side.
After doing a bunch of searching, I have found:
1. Nomex Underwear is generally needed for a 2 layer or less suit.
2. Buy BIG (countless people have said this)
3. The G-Force GF545 suit and the SParco 5 something are good values. Many people really like their GF545 suit and costs around $400
4. Don't forget nomex socks, balaclava, gloves, shoes (but you probably know that already)
Safety rules! Good luck w/ your purchase and let us know what you end up buying-
After doing a bunch of searching, I have found:
1. Nomex Underwear is generally needed for a 2 layer or less suit.
2. Buy BIG (countless people have said this)
3. The G-Force GF545 suit and the SParco 5 something are good values. Many people really like their GF545 suit and costs around $400
4. Don't forget nomex socks, balaclava, gloves, shoes (but you probably know that already)
Safety rules! Good luck w/ your purchase and let us know what you end up buying-
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bluegsr »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Check out the G-Force 545.
It's AMAZING how light it is - even ignoring the price point.
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several of my friends have the GF-545 and IMO its as good as my MOMO which cost at least twice as much.
the only downside to the GF-545 is it only comes in S M L XL. If you aren't any of those its not going to fit well.
It's AMAZING how light it is - even ignoring the price point.
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several of my friends have the GF-545 and IMO its as good as my MOMO which cost at least twice as much.
the only downside to the GF-545 is it only comes in S M L XL. If you aren't any of those its not going to fit well.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by EdoMoto »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">You guys should check out alpinestar suits as well.
Im looking into buying one of those.</TD></TR></TABLE>
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (tnord)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by tnord »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i personally would not buy that suit because it doesn't have any "cuffs" on either the leg or the arm. </TD></TR></TABLE>
Most of the straight leg suits have nomex "cuffs" under the outer layer of nomex
Most of the straight leg suits have nomex "cuffs" under the outer layer of nomex
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (lastturn)
http://sparcousa.com/pracewear_suits.asp?id=9
By the way, much cheaper if you order from Demon Tweeks in the UK.
Well, after starting off in the communal loaner Simpson red "pajamas", I have suffered long enough and am going to get a Sparco Tech-5. (thanks to advice from my bro-in-law "JettaRacer" who currently has one and did a LOT of research before buyiung it) Beautiful suit, it probably weighs about the same as my current OMP driving shoes, one fifth of the 5 lbs of my current Simpson suit.
I consider every degree cooler I am in my suit, that much safer, especially during longer 45 minute or 1 hour stints. You just can't concentrate as well when your "boys" are so sweaty they are running down into your nomex socks!
Sorry if that's an image you didn't really need.
Modified by MightyMouseTech at 1:23 PM 2/17/2006
By the way, much cheaper if you order from Demon Tweeks in the UK.
Well, after starting off in the communal loaner Simpson red "pajamas", I have suffered long enough and am going to get a Sparco Tech-5. (thanks to advice from my bro-in-law "JettaRacer" who currently has one and did a LOT of research before buyiung it) Beautiful suit, it probably weighs about the same as my current OMP driving shoes, one fifth of the 5 lbs of my current Simpson suit.
I consider every degree cooler I am in my suit, that much safer, especially during longer 45 minute or 1 hour stints. You just can't concentrate as well when your "boys" are so sweaty they are running down into your nomex socks!
Sorry if that's an image you didn't really need.Modified by MightyMouseTech at 1:23 PM 2/17/2006
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Re: What race suit, most bang for your buck?? (MightyMouseTech)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by MightyMouseTech »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://sparcousa.com/pracewear_suits.asp?id=9
By the way, much cheaper if you order from Demon Tweeks in the UK.
Well, after starting off in the communal loaner Simpson red "pajamas", I have suffered long enough and am going to get a Sparco Tech-5. (thanks to advice from my bro-in-law "JettaRacer" who currently has one and did a LOT of research before buyiung it) Beautiful suit, it probably weighs about the same as my current OMP driving shoes, one fifth of the 5 lbs of my current Simpson suit</TD></TR></TABLE>
Suffered long enough? What? You've only gone out for two races in that suit... besides you're car is bent! Priorities my man! Sigh...
By the way, much cheaper if you order from Demon Tweeks in the UK.
Well, after starting off in the communal loaner Simpson red "pajamas", I have suffered long enough and am going to get a Sparco Tech-5. (thanks to advice from my bro-in-law "JettaRacer" who currently has one and did a LOT of research before buyiung it) Beautiful suit, it probably weighs about the same as my current OMP driving shoes, one fifth of the 5 lbs of my current Simpson suit</TD></TR></TABLE>
Suffered long enough? What? You've only gone out for two races in that suit... besides you're car is bent! Priorities my man! Sigh...
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Re: Re: (speedracer33)
Where is the white Alpinestar it looks much better.
Edo
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