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Old 11-15-2004
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Re: An Open Letter to Skip Barber Regarding HANS devices - Please Vote & Give Feedback

Great choice Nick. Smartest investment you'll ever make. Hope you never have to test it, but if that moment does arrive you'll appreciate it even more.

I've never felt restricted or even been aware of the HANS while driving the car but, depending on your height, the belt attachment points on the RT2000 (which were designed many years before the HANS came along) may be less than optimum for you. Even in the best of circumstances it can be difficult to tell if you have the belts laying properly over the device while strapping into the car. Don't be shy about asking for an external visual confirmation that you've got it right, from one of the mechanics or an instructor, before each time you go out. Also be sure and snug the straps down extra tight as the hard surface of the HANS will allow the straps to slide off if they aren't tight and there have been reports of that happening.

I haven't heard anyone try and use their HANS device as an excuse for slow driving but hey... if anyone buys it please let us know!
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