Re: helmet question
Hi Chris,
Personally I'm a Bell guy...have been for 20 years. Very high quality, they fit my head perfectly, and they've always had good customer service. I think those are all pretty good helmets (Arai is also a great brand), just don't cheap out on the choice. One of the old timers at Skip, Duck Waddle, always said your helmet budget should match what you think your head is worth.
Also, a lot of what goes into helmet choice is whether or not you like the way it fits. There shouldn't be too much pressure on your forehead or you'll get a headache after a half hour in the car. You can tell if it's too big if you grab it in back with one hand (with it unbuckled) and can pull it off your head. Some helmets a bit roomier in the cheek area, some (like Bell) are a bit tighter there. I tend to like the pads touching my cheeks, but some people don't. The best scenario is to go try some on. Might not be real feasible, but if you can go to an SCCA weekend (or some such), many times there will be a retailer there. They can also help with fitment.
Be careful you buy one with an SA2010 rating. Sometimes you'll see places trying to unload their SA2005 models at sale prices. The SA2005s are good helmets, just not as current as the SA2010. Plus when the SA2015 comes out, the SA2005s will not be allowed in many sanctioning bodies. That's only because the latest models have the most up-to-date technology incorporated into them, and helmets can deteriorate with age regardless of the amount you've used them.
Hope that helps.
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Peter
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