Where can I buy a track helmet?

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Old May 1, 2009 | 05:17 PM
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Where can I buy a track helmet?

So I'm thinking starting to attend track days or AutoX and I know I'll need a helmet. So does anyone know where I can get one or anyone who is selling one directly?

Thanks!
Old May 1, 2009 | 05:21 PM
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Authorized dealer for Bell helmets:

HELMET CITY
381 26TH STREET
OAKLAND, CA 94612
p: 510-893-3256

Never been there, but I'm sure someone on here has at some point.
Old May 1, 2009 | 05:21 PM
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ebay for some stig helmets
Old May 1, 2009 | 05:21 PM
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in the same boat, info please?
Old May 1, 2009 | 05:28 PM
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Just measure your head and order one online:


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

I measured my head at work by taping together a few pieces of 11" paper ...helmet fits perfectly
Old May 1, 2009 | 05:35 PM
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Check these guys out pyrotech, they have some nice helmets, great price, full face or not... I would have one of their helmets, just haven't got around to it yet.

http://www.pyrotect.com/home.php

Hope it helps!!
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Old May 1, 2009 | 06:11 PM
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Old May 1, 2009 | 06:26 PM
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Just look for the guy that sells gear at the events. I bought my helmet from him for ~$150.
Old May 1, 2009 | 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Superglue WRX
Authorized dealer for Bell helmets:

HELMET CITY
381 26TH STREET
OAKLAND, CA 94612
p: 510-893-3256

Never been there, but I'm sure someone on here has at some point.
last time i went there, it wasn't there. maybe i went to the wrong place, i don't know...

edit: nevermind. thinking of the wrong place. i went looking for bell motorsports and i think they were out of business. i called helmet city to see if they have helmets to try on, and the woman told me they don't have much on site to try.

wine country motorsports out in infineon has quite a few helmets to try on.

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Old May 1, 2009 | 07:07 PM
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Old May 1, 2009 | 07:13 PM
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try Ebay
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I have bought helmets at the bell factory store in oakland, legit guy. You can buy "flawed" paint helmets for like 50% off.
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Originally Posted by Jin
ebay for some stig helmets

what kind of helmet does the stig wears?



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