[marinellie]

Hello I need a snell 2000 rated helmet. Where can I buy one of these? I have seen some Snell m2000 helmets. Is that that same thing? Thanks for the help.

[The HACK]

Snell SA2000 helmets are no longer being made and sold. And it'll only be a valid standard for the remainder of the year. SA2000 are for auto applications, M2000 are motorcycle applications. The differences being that SA2000 must be fire-proof AND survive multiple impacts while protecting the mellon, while M2000 are only required to protect for one single impact but the impact force is much MUCH higher I believe.

Why are you looking for Snell 2000 helmets? Snell SA2005 should be accepted everywhere SA2000 is accepted at, and SA2010 standards are just around the corner so SA2005 helmets are going on blow-out soon.

Lastly, you do not want to buy helmets sight-unseen. They need to fit and fit right. My old Bieffe Predator was an XL and it was a little on the loose side. My new HJC AR-10 are XXL and it fits a little tight.

If you're looking for a place to buy, look for them at local race tracks if SA standard is what's called for, or any motorcycle shop should carry M standards.

[marinellie]

Originally Posted by The HACK

Snell SA2000 helmets are no longer being made and sold. And it'll only be a valid standard for the remainder of the year. SA2000 are for auto applications, M2000 are motorcycle applications. The differences being that SA2000 must be fire-proof AND survive multiple impacts while protecting the mellon, while M2000 are only required to protect for one single impact but the impact force is much MUCH higher I believe.

Why are you looking for Snell 2000 helmets? Snell SA2005 should be accepted everywhere SA2000 is accepted at, and SA2010 standards are just around the corner so SA2005 helmets are going on blow-out soon.

Lastly, you do not want to buy helmets sight-unseen. They need to fit and fit right. My old Bieffe Predator was an XL and it was a little on the loose side. My new HJC AR-10 are XXL and it fits a little tight.

If you're looking for a place to buy, look for them at local race tracks if SA standard is what's called for, or any motorcycle shop should carry M standards.

I am looking for those because the race track rules states this " Drivers in all 13.99 or quicker vehicles must wear a helmet meeting Snell 2000 SFI 31.1, 31.2, 41.1, 41.2 specifications" I guess they need to update the rule book
So I wouder if a M would be good enough?? Thanks for that relpy to by the way

[tres]

i have a bell sa 2000 size small and carry case lightly used $190 shipped if you like

[marinellie]

Originally Posted by tres

i have a bell sa 2000 size small and carry case lightly used $190 shipped if you like

I know my big fat head wont fit in a small. But thanks for the offer anyway.

[S4to335]

What they mean is a Snell M or SA2000 or better. Therefore a SA2005 is what I suggest you look for. As for Mr Hack...dont believe him..he is a dingleberry. Just kidding..he and I are instructors...so we have had many helmets before. If I were you I would get a SA2005 helmet that is on sale. Like Mr. Hack said...dont just buy it off the web...try a helmet on...find out what fits..then buy that. You could try it on locally..and then by the exact helmet from the same manufacturer online. Arai helmets dont fit me at all...they are really made for people with small heads... I personally have a Pyrotect helmet..and prior to that I came from a Bell M2.

If you are riding a motorcycle...get a M2005 helmet..if you are driving a car...get a SA2005 helmet.

[jeremicium]

I just bought two snell 2005 helmets (one for me, one for wife), on sale for 69.99 a piece at local honda motorcycle shop. Normal price was $99.99 a piece.

[200Duece]

http://www.ogracing.com/catalog/1-Driver/24-Helmets

[200Duece]

http://www.subesports.com/products/cat/Helmets

[bklynbimmer]

I went to vasracingsuits.com they have a shop in Long Island! The owner Vic was a great help and he fitted me properly and gave me some great advice. The prices are not as good as some of the online dealers but made up for it in proper fitting and the ability to try on a few different models.

[S4to335]

Originally Posted by bklynbimmer

I went to vasracingsuits.com they have a shop in Long Island! The owner Vic was a great help and he fitted me properly and gave me some great advice. The prices are not as good as some of the online dealers but made up for it in proper fitting and the ability to try on a few different models.

There is a thought that it is best to buy from the local shops that cater to customer service, since if you always shop for pricing..and buy online...that the small mom/pop shops will be forced out of business. I bought my last helmet from Wine Country Motorsports that is at the Infineon/Sears Point Raceway in Sonoma CA. They matched the price on my Pyrotect helmet that was offered online. Hence my purchase...the hand holding on proper helmet fitment...and the decent pricing as well.

Again, I would not buy an M2005 helmet for HPDE events in your car...I would get an SA2005..or hold out a couple of months and get a full faced SA2010 helmet. Yes, it is slightly more expensive than the HLC motorcycle cheap helmets you could buy at a motorcycle shop...but how many HEADs do YOU have? I only have one.

[jeremicium]

Correct, they were open face style (which was our preference anyways) but they were labeled snell 2005 on the inside.

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Originally Posted by TrackRat

"M" helmets are not always accepted for car events because they are designed for motorcycles so it's important to confirm their acceptance. "SA" is the type of helmet that most auto associations require. I'm not sure what brand of helmet that you bought but I've never seen a Snell approved helmet for $100 in perhaps 25 years ???? I'm not saying you are wrong, I'm just saying that would be quite unusual to find a new, current Snell approved helmet for $100. Perhaps these are an open-faced or the shorty style helmet that some motorcycle people wear?

[Feffman]

The good people at Simpson Racing (www.TeamSimpson.com) can help you out.

Feff

[The HACK]

Originally Posted by jeremicium

Correct, they were open face style (which was our preference anyways) but they were labeled snell 2005 on the inside.

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The Snell 2005 label should be preceded by either an SA or an M mark. SA means the helmet meets the standard for automotive racing while M mark indicates Motorcycle use "only."