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*brndck* · 02-19-2008, 05:58 PM

i'm looking for a place to buy a new helmet. snell 95 or whatever it is that most tracks are requiring these days. need before saturday so i can attend the greddy festival. i put this in regional instead of wtb cuz i need it asap.

SUPERSTAR · 02-19-2008, 06:38 PM

Try Autobacs, pretty cheap there.

*brndck* · 02-19-2008, 06:41 PM

word, i'll check it out on thursday. anywhere else?

r6_240sx · 02-19-2008, 07:56 PM

Wal-mart sells Open Face helmets that are DOT approved.

I would give you mine, but I can't remember who the last person that I gave it to, LOL. Who has my helmet? Help this brotha out.

MADE · 02-19-2008, 08:14 PM

Craigslist has some deals and you can lowball the sellers!!

nrg · 02-20-2008, 12:50 AM

you need a SA helmet not a M or DOT.

you can buy a used one that has sweat stains on it =X
or just buy g-force helmet for like 150 online.
http://www.soloracer.com/gforcehelmets.html is probably the cheapest i've found.

bp057 · 02-20-2008, 09:30 AM

Subesports has a good inventory, and is close to you.

deadpirate · 02-20-2008, 11:30 AM

On Track Motorsport Supply. talk to Tom. he is a REALLY good guy, and will help you get the exact helmet you need. 805-484-3435

he also sells harnesses, racing suits, driving shoes, gloves, and other safety stuff

Aoshi112 · 02-21-2008, 12:18 AM

Talk to Ferdie @ South Coast Performance. He has great deals on HJC helmets. I have an AR11 and I LOVE it. Ferdie will hook it up!

duffman1278 · 02-21-2008, 12:34 AM

What about berts mega mart?

vutony · 02-21-2008, 07:02 PM

if you find one in time, you can borrow mine

steve shadows · 02-22-2008, 10:50 AM

I saw them at walmart...

haha

seto_s14 · 03-04-2008, 11:25 AM

at tracks, can you use those helmets that are not entirely enclosed?

http://www.soloracer.com/gfgf750.html

deadpirate · 03-04-2008, 12:53 PM

^^ yes. but check with the venue before hand.

on track motorsports can get those for pretty cheap and tom can bring it to you at drift day events

CAPTAINNEO · 03-04-2008, 02:54 PM

if i remember correctly, naoki/drift association was selling SA helmets too...might check with them.

vvtisupra · 03-04-2008, 03:39 PM

Drift Association will now carry Zamp helmets

These helmets are full faced SA rated helmets at a very low price of

$180.00

For purchase information, you may contact [email protected]

*DALAZ_68* · 03-04-2008, 03:48 PM

so what specifically do i need for just drift/autox days...by that i mean what stamp/approval is needed

i need a XXXL which makes it harder to find...and firgure out

LongGrain · 03-04-2008, 03:52 PM

if you have some money to spend, i'd suggest simpson racing. thats what i'm using anyway.

DreamN · 03-04-2008, 03:54 PM

You need a SA certified helmet. C'mon stevie, it was posted 3 times

CAPTAINNEO · 03-04-2008, 03:56 PM

get AT LEAST something SA95, if not SA00 or whatever the newest rating is (07?)...most track/club days allow you to drive with DOT Bike helmets, but some, such as drift association now require SA rated helmets. If you only want to buy one helmet, get one with SA rating.
I personally have 2 helmets, one DOT rated, and one SA rated. I find the DOT more comfy, i use that whenever i can, or when i go karting. only use the SA (sparco wtt-tk) when i HAVE TO.

DreamN · 03-04-2008, 04:00 PM

^ Good to know. Also, I think the newest one is SA2005. I know some places still allow SA85, but ditto on just getting something newer.

LongGrain · 03-04-2008, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DreamN

^ Good to know. Also, I think the newest one is SA2005. I know some places still allow SA85, but ditto on just getting something newer.

yep, sa2005 is the newest.

*DALAZ_68* · 03-04-2008, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LongGrain

yep, sa2005 is the newest.

then i shall go with that ...thanks gents

alex7 · 03-04-2008, 10:37 PM

You can go to BELL in Costa Mesa, they sell the pyrotec brand too, the open and closed face ones are fairly cheap and good for the money

*DALAZ_68* · 03-13-2008, 05:54 PM

can anyone help me find a XXXL SA00/05 closed helmet...

i was getting one but realised it wasnt worth it since ill be waiting for a while due to there crappy mailing systems...

ALEXTHESUS*PECT · 03-13-2008, 06:14 PM

saferacer.com

as for the ratings go, the onlycome out every 5 years.
sa95
sa00
sa05

the next one will be sa10. most road racing bodies, nasa,scca, only let you use it for 10 years. spend the $$ and get sa05 and you will either crash and get a new helmet, or stop drifting by 2015 when you can't use them anymore!

*DALAZ_68* · 03-13-2008, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ALEXTHESUS*PECT

saferacer.com

as for the ratings go, the onlycome out every 5 years.
sa95
sa00
sa05

the next one will be sa10. most road racing bodies, nasa,scca, only let you use it for 10 years. spend the $$ and get sa05 and you will either crash and get a new helmet, or stop drifting by 2015 when you can't use them anymore!

LOL

so i take is SA00 ar still eligible and cheaper

ALEXTHESUS*PECT · 03-13-2008, 07:12 PM

open face $149 SA2005

http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-750...?productid=997

closed $250

http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-pro...?productid=934

i have the open face one and it looks like this:

ALEXTHESUS*PECT · 03-13-2008, 07:14 PM

i have this one though:$200

http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-pro...productid=1269

azndoc · 03-13-2008, 07:16 PM

Per drift day tech. We require SA95 or higher rating helmets.

It's strictly enforced and we don't pass people for tech unless it's SA95 or higher.

02-19-2008, 06:38 PM	#2
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02-20-2008, 12:50 AM	#6
nrg Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: CA Age: 39 Posts: 1,571 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	you need a SA helmet not a M or DOT. you can buy a used one that has sweat stains on it =X or just buy g-force helmet for like 150 online. http://www.soloracer.com/gforcehelmets.html is probably the cheapest i've found. __________________ driftingisgay.com

02-20-2008, 11:30 AM	#8
deadpirate Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: riverside..yea broooo Age: 37 Posts: 1,162 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	On Track Motorsport Supply. talk to Tom. he is a REALLY good guy, and will help you get the exact helmet you need. 805-484-3435 he also sells harnesses, racing suits, driving shoes, gloves, and other safety stuff __________________ On Track Motorsport Supply-saftey stuff call TOM @ (805)484-3435

02-21-2008, 07:02 PM	#11
vutony Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: (714) OC area Posts: 5,273 Trader Rating: (145) Feedback Score: 145 reviews	if you find one in time, you can borrow mine __________________ i have engine hoist for rent i do SR wiring

02-22-2008, 10:50 AM	#12
steve shadows Post Whore! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: LA and OC Posts: 8,202 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	I saw them at walmart... haha __________________ Like Me on FaceBook !

02-19-2008, 07:56 PM	#4
r6_240sx Zilvia Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 756 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Wal-mart sells Open Face helmets that are DOT approved. I would give you mine, but I can't remember who the last person that I gave it to, LOL. Who has my helmet? Help this brotha out.

02-19-2008, 08:14 PM	#5
MADE Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Norf Norf Posts: 974 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Craigslist has some deals and you can lowball the sellers!!

02-20-2008, 09:30 AM	#7
bp057 Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, ca Age: 45 Posts: 237 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Subesports has a good inventory, and is close to you.

02-21-2008, 12:18 AM	#9
Aoshi112 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 620 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Talk to Ferdie @ South Coast Performance. He has great deals on HJC helmets. I have an AR11 and I LOVE it. Ferdie will hook it up!

02-21-2008, 12:34 AM	#10
duffman1278 Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Covina Age: 36 Posts: 2,844 Trader Rating: (8) Rides Gallery: duffman1278 Feedback Score: 8 reviews	What about berts mega mart?

03-04-2008, 11:25 AM	#13
seto_s14 Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 626 Age: 35 Posts: 297 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	at tracks, can you use those helmets that are not entirely enclosed? http://www.soloracer.com/gfgf750.html __________________ San Gabriel Car Detailing https://www.ocdshine.com

03-04-2008, 12:53 PM	#14
deadpirate Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: riverside..yea broooo Age: 37 Posts: 1,162 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	^^ yes. but check with the venue before hand. on track motorsports can get those for pretty cheap and tom can bring it to you at drift day events __________________ On Track Motorsport Supply-saftey stuff call TOM @ (805)484-3435

03-04-2008, 02:54 PM	#15
CAPTAINNEO Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Pasadena, CA Age: 45 Posts: 447 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	if i remember correctly, naoki/drift association was selling SA helmets too...might check with them.

03-04-2008, 03:39 PM	#16
vvtisupra Nissanaholic! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: SB and OC Posts: 2,118 Trader Rating: (16) Feedback Score: 16 reviews	Drift Association will now carry Zamp helmets These helmets are full faced SA rated helmets at a very low price of $180.00 For purchase information, you may contact [email protected] __________________ http://www.fuckdrama.com/

03-04-2008, 03:48 PM	#17
DALAZ_68 not giving a fuck Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los angeles Age: 38 Posts: 15,077 Trader Rating: (104) Feedback Score: 104 reviews	so what specifically do i need for just drift/autox days...by that i mean what stamp/approval is needed i need a XXXL which makes it harder to find...and firgure out __________________ LOL 240... whats better than 1? 5 1's ...lol PSN & XBL GT : Wh0pp3r68 CLUB LEXUS : Wh0pp3r

03-04-2008, 03:52 PM	#18
LongGrain Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,741 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	if you have some money to spend, i'd suggest simpson racing. thats what i'm using anyway.

03-04-2008, 03:54 PM	#19
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 39 Posts: 10,692 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	You need a SA certified helmet. C'mon stevie, it was posted 3 times __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

03-04-2008, 03:56 PM	#20
CAPTAINNEO Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Pasadena, CA Age: 45 Posts: 447 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	get AT LEAST something SA95, if not SA00 or whatever the newest rating is (07?)...most track/club days allow you to drive with DOT Bike helmets, but some, such as drift association now require SA rated helmets. If you only want to buy one helmet, get one with SA rating. I personally have 2 helmets, one DOT rated, and one SA rated. I find the DOT more comfy, i use that whenever i can, or when i go karting. only use the SA (sparco wtt-tk) when i HAVE TO.

03-04-2008, 04:00 PM	#21
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 39 Posts: 10,692 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	^ Good to know. Also, I think the newest one is SA2005. I know some places still allow SA85, but ditto on just getting something newer. __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

03-04-2008, 10:37 PM	#24
alex7 Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: oc Posts: 207 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You can go to BELL in Costa Mesa, they sell the pyrotec brand too, the open and closed face ones are fairly cheap and good for the money

03-13-2008, 05:54 PM	#25
DALAZ_68 not giving a fuck Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los angeles Age: 38 Posts: 15,077 Trader Rating: (104) Feedback Score: 104 reviews	can anyone help me find a XXXL SA00/05 closed helmet... i was getting one but realised it wasnt worth it since ill be waiting for a while due to there crappy mailing systems... __________________ LOL 240... whats better than 1? 5 1's ...lol PSN & XBL GT : Wh0pp3r68 CLUB LEXUS : Wh0pp3r

03-13-2008, 06:14 PM	#26
ALEXTHESUSPECT Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soul cal!! Age: 46 Posts: 4,387 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: ALEXTHESUSPECT Feedback Score: 5 reviews	saferacer.com as for the ratings go, the onlycome out every 5 years. sa95 sa00 sa05 the next one will be sa10. most road racing bodies, nasa,scca, only let you use it for 10 years. spend the $$ and get sa05 and you will either crash and get a new helmet, or stop drifting by 2015 when you can't use them anymore! __________________ *TEAM SUSPECT**

03-13-2008, 07:12 PM	#28
ALEXTHESUSPECT Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soul cal!! Age: 46 Posts: 4,387 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: ALEXTHESUSPECT Feedback Score: 5 reviews	open face $149 SA2005 http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-750...?productid=997 closed $250 http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-pro...?productid=934 i have the open face one and it looks like this: __________________ *TEAM SUSPECT**

03-13-2008, 07:14 PM	#29
ALEXTHESUSPECT Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Soul cal!! Age: 46 Posts: 4,387 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: ALEXTHESUSPECT Feedback Score: 5 reviews	i have this one though:$200 http://www.saferacer.com/g-force-pro...productid=1269 __________________ *TEAM SUSPECT**

03-13-2008, 07:16 PM	#30
azndoc Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles Age: 42 Posts: 9,487 Trader Rating: (47) Rides Gallery: azndoc Feedback Score: 47 reviews	Per drift day tech. We require SA95 or higher rating helmets. It's strictly enforced and we don't pass people for tech unless it's SA95 or higher.