(2009) Act Fast: Autocross Helmet Group Buy!

[phenryiv1]

One HUGE recommendation here, speaking from experience: Try before you buy.

I bought a CL-5 a few months ago (same M2005 rating) for $55 at my local shop, and while the measurements said I needed a Medium, I ended up witrh a Small based on fit and comfort.

I tried on both of these helmets and they fit differently from each other and from my CL-5. Even if you have to go to a shop where you don't intend to buy, og and try these models on before you commit.

Had I ordered based on measurements and sizing charts, I'd have an ill-fitting helmet. As it is, I got fit advice from a professional (not that all shop employees will be knowledgable) and knew that it would fit.

[phenryiv1]

If you think you might be doing HPDE events in the future, while not required for National Capital Chapter events, I would recommend getting a closed face helmet with a Snell SA rating.

Following this logic is a definate for experienced guys who know that they will benefit from the additional expenditure associated with buying an SA helmet.

N00bies (on the other hand) may benefit from an open-face helmet that is inexpensive and allows them to run in local events. The open face is a lot easier to adapt to, and at this price, you can have a nice introductory helmet without laying out a ton of cash on a full-face SA helmet. If (when) you get hooked and need a higher-rated helmet, you know more what you want/need out of a helmet and buy (an SA helmet) accordingly.

As I already have my CL-5, I plan to run it in any event where it is permitted and buy a nicer SA helmet in the future for other events. If I do that, I at least have my open-face helmet if I don't want to run a full-face for autoX events.

[darkfiber]

Can I order a closed face with a tinted mirrored shield instead of clear?

[mcoupemindy]

Can I order a closed face with a tinted mirrored shield instead of clear?

No. However I think that you can buy just a shield for HJC.

To do this deal, what you see is what you get.

[woodym3]

Can I order a closed face with a tinted mirrored shield instead of clear?

Only if the shield is tinted blue, you wear an all white driver's suit, and never say a word.

[darkfiber]

Only if the shield is tinted blue, you wear an all white driver's suit, and never say a word.

Some say he thinks Star Wars is documentary and that he has a life sized tatoo of his face, on his face...

[Biggins]

What's wrong with having more than one helmet?

My next helmet will probably be an M open face for autocross only. I already have my SA full face, but I'd prefer the open face for autocross. This is a steal of a deal for anyone who needs a helmet for autocross.

[95Maxrider]

Is it possible to try on the helmet before we buy? I would really like to make sure it fits me well since I doubt they will let me trade.....

[mcoupemindy]

Is it possible to try on the helmet before we buy? I would really like to make sure it fits me well since I doubt they will let me trade.....

Sure ... if you find a friend with a HJC helmet.

[Highflyr777]

I have a large HJC Full face if anyone is interested in trying it on. Though with the cutoff being tomorrow I don't know when or how this will work.

[mcoupemindy]

I have a large HJC Full face if anyone is interested in trying it on. Though with the cutoff being tomorrow I don't know when or how this will work.

I have a Large HJC open face in my car. I work in Ashburn, VA if anyone wants to test fit.

They have until Sat to get it postmarked.