Ted -
You wrote:
> Many racers, especially in open cars, don't like to wear open face
> helmets. I do, as they look more "period" than closed face helmets,
> in vintage cars.......
>
> One piece suits with underwear will protect you as well as a 3 piece
> suit.......
>
> That's why many orgs allow them.......you are not necessarily
> skimping on safety equipment by choosing them.......
I agree with everything you said. I have, however, been convinced
that a closed helmet is worth the sacrifice of vintage appearance.
Although . . . I was looking through some old racing photos this past
week, and there I was in 1965 wearing a Bell helmet with a full-face
bubble shield. Didn't look so different from the new helmet after
all!
Thanks for your input.
Jim Hill
Madison WI
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