Helmet Update Rules

[Guest]

In case you missed seeing this change to the US Title Series 2015 Rule Book, page 13, Rule #6 - see below........

1. Helmets must be a competition grade with a Snell rating of M2005 or SA2005 or better. Helmets must be in good working order free of any cracks, defective straps, buckles, loose padding, or broken face shields.

For your reference.......
M2005 is the Snell Motorcycle standard, and SA2005 is the Snell Auto standard.
The newest Snell standards are M2010 and SA2010.
In UIM the 2005 standard will not be valid after December 12 2018

Addition requirement to US Title Series 2015 Rule Book, page 13, Rule #6........
VI. Mounting of GoPro cameras or any like device to the helmet is prohibited.

[Tom Cronk]

DOT helmets are OUT.Go to USTS web site for all new 2015 rules.

Good point Tom!

[Tom Cronk]

As per new USTS 2015 helmet safety rule.
I have a list of over twenty drivers 2014 inspection sheets
that show older then 2005 snell aproved helmets for 2015
races season.These helmets have to be replaced by your
first race in 2015.Any Questions call or email me.

Tom Cronk
USTS Safety Inspector
863-665-5449
tcronk@tampabay.rr.com

[Dave_E71]

Bil and/or Tom,

Are the K rated helmets legal?

Link to snell foundation website
http://www.smf.org/helmetfaq#aSAMKdiff Snell Standards specific question

What are the differences between the SA, M and K standards?

The SA standard was designed for competitive auto racing while the M standard was for motorcycling and other motorsports. The K standard was released to accommodate helmets used in karting. There are three major differences between them:

1. The SA standard requires flammability test while the M and K standards do not.
2. The SA and K standards allow for a narrower visual field than the M standard (Some SA and K certified helmets may not be street legal).
3. The SA and K standards include a rollbar multi-impact test while the M standard does not.

As the rule is written now, the Snell K standard is not legal. The USTS BOD is the only body that has the power to write USTS rules. If you need additional clarification on the rule you need to contact them as per last rule on page17 (rule has no letter or number) of the current US Title Rule Book. The rule would need to be changed for the referee to allow the K standard.
Bill

Dave, I researched your question and sent my recommendation to the president of USTS.
Bill

[Tom Cronk]

Bill,sendme a copy of your recommendations.Tom

[Dave_E71]

Thanks Bill,

First, the intention of my question is not to stir the pot, I'm shopping for a new helmet right now and don't want to limit my choices unnecessarily.
That said, if the rule is SA or M, that's fine, it certainly isn't going to be coming out of the bargain bin regardless of the required rating.

Dave

At this time, the USTS BOD has yet to rule one way or the other. Bill

[Guest]

As of 11/21/14 I received an e-mail from the president of US Title Series.
The Snell K 2005 Helmet Standard or better will also be legal per the 2015 US Title Series Rules.
Bill

[Dave_E71]

Bill,

Thanks for looking into this.

Dave

[Jack Stotts]

Pegasusautoracing.com has Bell helmets on sale through the web site. Jack