Helmet for autocross / DE events, Need a new helmet, my 1975 model is loosing its foam Options

[ken914]

Finally time to face reality and quit using a full face motorcycle helmet from the '70's.

So what does everyone recommend for autocrosses and PCA DE events? Full face helmet? Buy it at the local motorcycle store?

Questions:
1) How do I figure out the right size
2) what is the right style
3) What brand to get
4) Where to get it
5) What should I end up paying

Thanks!

[Dave_Darling]

Check the rules for any outfit you wish to run with. In N. Cal, Snell "M" helmets are acceptable for DE events. Your area may require Snell "SA" helmets. Everyone seems to accept "M" helmets for autoX.

How to figure the size? Go to the shop and try the helmets on yourself! They're all made a little differently, and everyone's head is made a little differently. So different brands fit some people better than others. This is something you need to try on yourself to make sure it's comfortable enough to wear for a 20-minute DE track session, but still snug enough to protect you.

I wound up with an open-face M helmet. Less than $100.

--DD