Helmet for a lay-down hydro

[B1PRORACER]

Here is a good discussion topic that might be interesting. Does anyone have any ideas about the perfect helmet for a lay-down hydro? Is there a design that allows easier movement and better vision? Opinions and advice….?

[blueskyracer]

I don't think the helmet is the problem. We all just need necks that pivot like a bird. For me good mirrors help

[krazy karl]

Mirrors

I don't think the helmet is the problem. We all just need necks that pivot like a bird. For me good mirrors help

I don't need no stinking mirrors. I keep most of the other boats in front of me.

kk

[blueskyracer]

I don't need no stinking mirrors. I keep most of the other boats in front of me.

kk

Me too but I want to know when they are going past

[B1PRORACER]

Maybe you could ask... who looks back? LOL

Certainly the weight of the helmet should be as light as possible. The helmet must also have a snug fit.

I was thinking about helmets that don't contact your neck when you look upward. Or helmets that don't come low on your forhead to obstruct your vision while looking upward. Does anyone have any recommendations?

[blueskyracer]

I like to know where everyone is before the start and if anyone is trying to catch me when I am in the lead which only happens briefly once in a while.

The thing that has helped me the most is folding that beaver tail flap on the life jacket underneath. Then it stops pushing the helmet over the eyes and does not rub the helmet.

[Islandmon]

With all this talk about helmets let me throw this on the table. I've been thinking about trying a neck collar. Any thoughts and or experiences ?

Thx,

Sam

[blueskyracer]

With all this talk about helmets let me throw this on the table. I've been thinking about trying a neck collar. Any thoughts and or experiences ?

Thx,

Sam

I would think that going by football players collars in a pron position it would push the helmet over the eyes. I guess the only way to find out is try one.

[PRO-MOTIONRACING]

Shoei RF-1100
This helmet is designed for racers. I features state of the art light weight construction and a higher eye port for better vision when tucked.

No need for mirrors if nobody can catch you.

[Aussie Steve]

I have heard people saying they tighten the rear straps up to stop it from falling to far forward .

Steve A

[jeff55v]

I think a Japanese Kyotei racing helmet would be perfect for lay down racing. Made by Arai, lightweight, and excellent view. I tried to buy one, but they are not for sale to anyone outside the professional Kyotei circuit. Also they're not DOT or SNELL approved... Bummer.

[GuyWithTheCoolBoat]

i run marathons so i havent tried my helmet with the laydown concept, but i have an hjc (i think) full face crotch rocket helmet that i rattle canned orange... and i can look pretty close to straight up with it on. if anybody is that interested in it i can run up to my shop and take a look at it. helmet was given to me at cost because it was last years stock, but im pretty sure its about 150 new... fairly light but could be better.

[sam]

I think a Japanese Kyotei racing helmet would be perfect for lay down racing. Made by Arai, lightweight, and excellent view. I tried to buy one, but they are not for sale to anyone outside the professional Kyotei circuit. Also they're not DOT or SNELL approved... Bummer.

But, can Ric Montoya buy them? He might have the clout ... if he is interested.

[EKorpe]

helmet ?

Man up ? Open face !

[viper]

helmets

the pilot helmets have a cut out in the back so they dont bind when your head lifts or turns they are lite and number Gentex HGU84p is approved by APBA go on ebay type in pilot helmets may pick up a used one reasonable