I'm looking for a helmet to do autocrossing and road racing in. Maybe some drag racing too.

Right now I'm thinking either
The BELL M2


Or the BIEFFE F1


Which is better, or is there another one better than these two for under $350?

 

bieffe Predator

http://www.subesports.com

honestly I haven't tried on any other, but mine is comfortable to me and is a good price.




[Modified by tjtruong, 4:43 AM 11/28/2002]

 

Bell Mag 4

Isn't this more suited to the RR/AutoX forum?

 

same here

 

That's good for auto-x and all, however most HPDE's require a full faced helmet.

 

i use the bieffe F1 and i can't say enough good things about it.
great helmet.
keep in mind the fact that the F1 is an open-wheeled helmet so that the eyeport is pretty narrow--this might not be what you're looking for in an autocross helmet.

tony


[Modified by delinquent, 4:59 AM 11/28/2002]

 

I have the Bell M2. It has enough eye port opening for me to see the entire track. It's decent, nonetheless.

 

No, I mean the thread should be in the RR/AutoX forum

 

I know, but the bell Mag 4 you suggested is an open face helmet, not suitable for HPDE's

 

Bell M2 lightweight and confortable fit excellent ventilation more open helmet go great with your favorite sunglasses too damn Im starting to sound like an ad for them I think they should sponsor me ha nah I just really like mine

 

I haven't had any problems yet. I also know people that use the for cometition road racing.

 

Yikes. definitely wouldn't fly over here. (where jond intends on using it

 

Hope that won't be a problem @ the EXPO. I don't plan on getting a new one till the 2005's come out

 

Why do you need a helmet? To protect your head. Why would you want to leave half your head exposed?! Get a full-face helmet! It's SLIGHTLY more inconvenient at first for autocrossing if you're used to an open-face helmet, but you get used to it in a hurry. If you need to see something below the faceguard, you're not looking ahead enough while you're driving anyways. In the unfortunate event that your car ends up as a flaming ball of scrapheap, a full-face helmet will keep your face from getting smashed into anything that you might be getting thrown at inside the car, or any flying debris that may be aimed at it during the journey. In addition, it gives you fire protection since you won't have flames and smoke directly searing your eyeballs while you're trying to get out.

Getting your face smashed in and lit on fire would SUCK.


[Modified by WRXRacer111, 9:48 PM 11/27/2002]

 

Simpson Super Shark for me!!!

eric

 

So, are the helmets listed only good for primarily auto-x'ing or track racing. Is there a full race helmet out there that is good for both thats around $300?

 

Try the Bell M2 or the Simpson Voyager, I think.

 

i have the bell m2, but to me its kinda heavy
i might upgrade to the m2 pro

 

****, maybe we should wear helmets and nomex suits while just walking down the street, or riding a bike...you never know what will happen!!

 

I have a 3 Layer Nomex MIR (FIA Cert.) Suit also!!

eric

 

Arai light weight.

 

bell M2

 

I have the Predator to and I like it but I only use it for drag racing. The only reason I picked it over the F1 was because they where out of my size. It has nice big vents and does not fog up

 

Bieffe F1 SA 1995 with Alex Wurz graphics. Fits killer, just cannot use the visor... gets fogged easily.

EDIT: Ok, I'll stop being lazy... no pics but it looks like this...

This helmet...


... with these graphics.



[Modified by BrewCityR, 11:07 AM 11/28/2002]

 

I have never been to a HPDE where a full face is required. Maybe each school has their own rules.

Best case scenario would be open face for autox and full face for HPDE/Time Trials. But, if you are only buying one, just get whatever helmet will fit the best that is full face and is in the current SA rating (not M or DOT rating).