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911Konigin Feb 15, 2012 12:06 PM

DE's
 
Do you wear balaclavas and HANS for DE's? Or tracking? Or both? Thanks so much~

mathism Feb 15, 2012 01:32 PM

I only wear a helmet - but I run class B. I see the fast guys wearing full suits and HANS, not many of the regulars.

bella1 Feb 15, 2012 03:27 PM

WHat to Wear
 
The balaclava keeps your helmet cleaner. If you use one that is fire resistant that is a plus. The HANS should be a required item for those with six point harness belts. This youtube video demonstrates why!


Another good video:

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j...cHR-xhjJILuRoQ

If you have a three point street belt with stock seats and airbags, the HANS will not provide any added benefit.

911Konigin Feb 16, 2012 12:21 PM


Originally Posted by mathism (Post 3457093)
I only wear a helmet - but I run class B. I see the fast guys wearing full suits and HANS, not many of the regulars.

Do you wear racing shoes also? Need to 'feel' the car with your feet.

Originally Posted by bella1 (Post 3457204)
The balaclava keeps your helmet cleaner. If you use one that is fire resistant that is a plus. The HANS should be a required item for those with six point harness belts. This youtube video demonstrates why!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K-nQIuiatw

If you have a three point street belt with stock seats and airbags, the HANS will not provide any added benefit.

Sounds like the balaclava is a 'need' item. Thanks!


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