DeTomaso Mailing List: August 98, Message #140

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Curt T. wrote:

> > And the Balaclava is now required in all classes?  No matter the helmet right?
>
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> >
> > Curt
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Dennis Antenucci <itbewild@gte.net>
> > To: Curt T. <curt@digitalthunder.com>; detomaso@realbig.com 
> > Date: Monday, August 03, 1998 8:17 PM
> > Subject: Re: Helmets
> >
> > Curt,
> > Open faced helmets are just fine for Touring/Grand Touring & Grand
> > Sport. You need a FULL face helmet for Super Sport (Tech Speed 180 Mph)
> > and the Unlimited Divisions. . .
> >
> > For the open faced helmets just make sure you have
> > a SNELL approved SA90 (SA95 is required 1/98) and you have shatter proof
> > eye protection (goggles). A Balaclava (head sock) is required if you
> > have long hair or facial hair and is recommended for everyone.
> >
> > Curt T. wrote:
> >
> > > I like the open face type of helmet like Andy mentioned.  Besides
> > > extra protection would I have problem using it at some events?
> > >
> > > Curt