AndrewM Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 I have a track day coming up, and finally need to buy a Snell certified helmet. Is there anywhere in Sydney where I can have a look and try out of the various different brands? Revolution RaceGear in Auburn seems to be my best bet, but they only seem to stock a couple of models from Bell, Arai and Stihlo. As this is the first helmet I am actually buying wanted to see which brand fits my head best. All the other stores seem to be online, which seems a very annoying way of trying on helmets. Grateful for tips! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skidmarks Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 Bell, Arai or Stilo are the main brands that most go to so you should find one that fits comfortably. You only get one head so don’t cheap out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 Point to knot if you buy a helmet for example with SA 2000 snell it is good for 10 years under cams rules , but for some reason if you get a helmet with AS/NZ 1698 it has no expiration date on it , for track days and sprints , dont know why this is , but something to consider if you buy $1500 helmet . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 Definitely try on different brands, as some helmets I just can't wear like Arai. I'd check some bike shops for Shoei and other higher end brands that have Snell approval too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 32 minutes ago, LeeM said: Definitely try on different brands, as some helmets I just can't wear like Arai. I'd check some bike shops for Shoei and other higher end brands that have Snell approval too Just be careful with bike helmets - many don’t have the fire rating that car rules require. LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedminor Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 There used to be a Motorcycle Warehouse on Parramatta Road at Lidcombe / Auburn from memory. As all have said don’t skimp as you only have one head. Are you buying the helmet for the occasional track day / super sprint? Or something more serious? Jr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 26January, 2022 Report Share Posted 26January, 2022 2 hours ago, OBRUT said: Just be careful with bike helmets - many don’t have the fire rating that car rules require. Correct. The shell is also designed differently as car & bike accidents are typically quite different in terms of impacts. Best to get a car specific hemet. Also consider the option of fitting a HANS device. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewM Posted 27January, 2022 Author Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 4 hours ago, reedminor said: There used to be a Motorcycle Warehouse on Parramatta Road at Lidcombe / Auburn from memory. As all have said don’t skimp as you only have one head. Are you buying the helmet for the occasional track day / super sprint? Or something more serious? I had a look at all the web sites from the Motorcycle warehouse etc, but none of them mention Snell / automotive helmets which is why the question here. All the Snell helmets seem to only be available from online shops which is not really helpful for trying on various types. I am after something for the occasional track day, and I don't have a cage, so can't use HANS, so would probably go open face to save on the weight and my neck. Thoughts of any shops would be great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 27January, 2022 Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 5 hours ago, OBRUT said: Just be careful with bike helmets - many don’t have the fire rating that car rules require. Aaah, I didn't know that one. Ignore me 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjm Posted 27January, 2022 Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 I bought a Velo Full Face about 2 years ago, medium budget range. Got it at Autosport Magill Rd Beulah Park SA. After looking around for an occasional track day lid, I found this a good product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewM Posted 27January, 2022 Author Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 7 hours ago, OBRUT said: Just be careful with bike helmets - many don’t have the fire rating that car rules require. Exactly, and this is what is making this difficult. Looking at all the bike shops online, they have helmets from Bell, Arai etc, but not the Snell approved models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewM Posted 27January, 2022 Author Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 23 minutes ago, sjm said: I bought a Velo Full Face about 2 years ago, medium budget range. Got it at Autosport Magill Rd Beulah Park SA. After looking around for an occasional track day lid, I found this a good product. Would love to try this brand and the others... but at the moment I would need to buy them all online, guess the size, and then return all the ones I don't want. The only place I have found in Sydney which seems to have any selection which I can actually try on is http://www.revolutionracegear.com.au/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 27January, 2022 Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 Go try a bike helmet on at your local bike shop and see what size fits, then order what you want in the same size, as most brands are similarly sized tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 27January, 2022 Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 2 hours ago, AndrewM said: Would love to try this brand and the others... but at the moment I would need to buy them all online, guess the size, and then return all the ones I don't want. The only place I have found in Sydney which seems to have any selection which I can actually try on is http://www.revolutionracegear.com.au/ Another option is to go a car race meeting as there are usually trade vendors present. I race in historics and a couple of safety providers usually attend each meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewM Posted 27January, 2022 Author Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 The race meetings sound like a great idea, unfortunately, left it to the last minute, and need it by Tuesday.... As for trying in one place, and then ordering via the internet, don't really like doing that, even if I save myself 20%. Otherwise we end up in the situation where we are today where you can't go to a shop to look at anything anymore.... Thanks for everyone's comments. Yeatesy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 27January, 2022 Report Share Posted 27January, 2022 4 hours ago, AndrewM said: As for trying in one place, and then ordering via the internet, don't really like doing that, even if I save myself 20% I posted that incase you didn't know your helmet size, so if you do know it, just order one and hope it fits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shedpest Posted 29January, 2022 Report Share Posted 29January, 2022 On 27/01/2022 at 16:05, LeeM said: Go try a bike helmet on at your local bike shop and see what size fits, then order what you want in the same size, as most brands are similarly sized I thought the same, I have taken a small in Arai bike helmets for ever and got laughed at by the sales guy at the Auto shop when I asked for a small, they said they have never sold one. A small Arai RX7 Corsair V bike helmet is equal to a large Arai GP J3 car helmet. LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 29January, 2022 Report Share Posted 29January, 2022 Fkn Salesmen, All the same Shedpest 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewM Posted 2February, 2022 Author Report Share Posted 2February, 2022 Just following up: I managed to get a helmet on the weekend. Successful visit at Revolution Racegear in Auburn, where I was able to try on a couple of helmets. They don't have a huge range, but thankfully for me it was enough. The best thing for me, I was able to compare my height with the different helmets on. There was enough difference in them that, by choosing the "lower" one, I am able to sit somewhat comfortably in the car without needing to replace my seats! Yes, the Bell helmet was more comfortable, but the cheaper "Racelid" one had a smaller shell, and seeing I will only do 1 or 2 track days a year, perfect for the job. Thankfully, there was still a shop available where I could try things on.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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