Drew888 Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 I am seriously considering a hybrid (open/closed) as my first helmet. I'm curious to know what you guys are using. Gloves are a bit more difficult. I realize I'm going to have to find a local store to really figure it out but how many of you bought online and were very satisfied with what you received? Something simple that's not loose, has good grip, and fairly comfortable... What makes the $140 glove better than the $80? Thanks, [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1586"VbGallery/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolksey85 Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 I really have no brand advice but I know what differs between less and more expensive gloves. Cheaper gloves are usually made in mass. Most cheap gloves have exposed stitches inside as compared to tucked or rolled stitches so they are less comfortable. Also may not be ventilated as well and any grip surface is probably just hot glued on instead of being sewn in or built in somehow. I always wanted a very nice pair of leather driving gloves for winter but have yet to buy.:spin:Almost everyone offers a pretty accurate measurement guide on their website and quality gloves will stick close to exactly to those. Check with places like Alpinestars or Sparco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Franz Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 Bell and Simpson are very popular for motorsport. I wear an open face SA2005 Pyrotect helmet. Basically it is a less expensive Bell helmet. I've been looking at glove options too for ensuring a good grip on the wheel. For gloves, a lot of the pricing depends on how many nomex layers there are for fire protection and quality of the stitching like mentioned above. I've ordered from these guys before: http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/advcat.asp?CategoryID=SAFETY -Franz The end of a Legacy http://www.youtube.com/th3franz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKLGT Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 we have full faced SA2000 helmets. they will be replaced next year with OPEN faced SA2005! should be soooo much better! Wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle wiggle yeah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 On the open helmets you just have to take into account if you are running airbags or not. If you are running airbags you will want closed face helmets as it gives you more protection from the airbag IIRC. I use a Bieffe SA2000, have 2 different ones actually but have been using the same one since about 2000. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackhore Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 I chose a full face Bell because it does double duty as a karting helmet. Full face does make speaking to an instructor or passenger in the car a little more difficult, but that's what the motorcycle radios are for. And gloves, well, I guess the contact between my hands and steering wheel is not the weakpoint in my driving ability. That would likely be the contact between my a$$ and the seat cushion. I've always found better things to spend money on, like more front brake pads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawl Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 not wearing gloves gives you an excuse when you mess up. "my hands slipped" car for sale. PM me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 I've only worn gloves when racing, and that's cause it was required safety equipment. Otherwise I never use them, as others have stated, my abilities aren't good enough to "need" gloves. Besides then my pinky ring gets covered up and a goomba like me can't have that! -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camber Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Alpinestar's are the popular brand. Most places I've been to have bell or Simpson Racecomp has a sale on Alpinstar stuff! http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111897 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DosRenshos Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 What type of racing do you intend to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew888 Posted May 19, 2009 Author Share Posted May 19, 2009 Thanks guys, My hands don't sweat that much but any detectable film between the hands and wheel bugs me and there are soo many to choose from even within just the Alpinestar brand. Road course, HPDE for starters... I'm looking into pads (thinking XP10 or 12's), and other than helmet/gloves, vf52... I'm all set. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1586"VbGallery/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 You'll want SS Lines, and a good brake flush with ATE Superblue or Amsoil Racing Brake Fluid for the track as well. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew888 Posted May 20, 2009 Author Share Posted May 20, 2009 Thanks Mike, I've got all the usual stuff pretty much covered. Looking around...there are just soooo many helmets/gloves to choose from. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1586"VbGallery/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Often times some vendors will come out to the track. I've found it's best to buy helmets and gloves at a brick/mortor/onsite place because you can feel if it's right. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew888 Posted May 20, 2009 Author Share Posted May 20, 2009 I agree...I'll keep looking. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1586"VbGallery/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoRilla Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 If wanna go ballar...get the HJC Si-12. I like it cause its light and extremely comfy, but you pay big $$ for those benefits. Maryland's Suby friendly Realtor. My favorite suby shop: http://www.IAGPerformance.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew888 Posted May 27, 2009 Author Share Posted May 27, 2009 If yer gonin baller...go BALLER Bell HP3 [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1586"VbGallery/URL] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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