Car racing safety gear is expensive but necessary

[@petedepledge3359]

You really can't skimp on safety gear. You hope to never need it, but if (when) you do, you *really* need it. Loving the series so far. Keep it up

[@bestplayeralive]

Wearing gloves is the worst though. imo

[@dj-king1208]

My man owns a shirt of every single F1 team😂started with the senna zip hoodie, then the williams shirt, then redbull and now renault. Great content btw. I love the "teaching tech" style, applied to the topic of racing!!!

[@TTRacingYT]

Still got a bunch of F1 shirts to go, don't worry :)

[@Sim784]

To stop your visor fogging up you can get a pinlock visor which has an extra insert to stop fogging.

[@stumpagness11]

Pinlock has been a game changer for my motorcycle helmets. I do know there can be certain rules restricting their use though, so I would look into that.

[@FredrikSoerlie]

Or just drive the car. It will clear up once you get going...

[@MadRS]

To fix the fogging issue with you visor look into fitting a "Pinlock" system. It adds a 2nd layer inside the visor that has a air gap to the external visor thus preventing fogging. I fitted one to every motorcycle helmet I have owned and they are price less. Even in 0 degree winter mornings I had no fogging. Note that this is not the same as tear offs, though being open wheel you'll want to get those too. I think Sparco have dedicated visors that have their own pinlock system already fitted.

[@JasonTaylorRacingF1]

The fogging wont happen when your actually driving as the vents will let air in, sitting still they will fog.

[@rileyulegend130]

Hey mate, if your helmet visor keeps on fogging up, grab some rain X. It’s a windscreen defogger solution what works just as well on your visor 👍. Trust me, it makes a huge difference 🔥🔥🔥

[@syedfirdaus9279]

people might think this is too much and over demanding on the prices and options, this is safety we're talking about. so good to spent more on safety and comfort for a better confidence in races or unfortunate scenarios, crashes. love this channel i've learnt a lot so far especially about the car!

[@mururoa7024]

Don't worry about the visor fogging up. It'll clear up while driving and you get air flowing. Should it still fog up while driving, e.g. due to excess humidity in the air, you can probably replace the stock visor for a "Pinlock" visor, which is basically 2 layers of plastic spaced by a tiny air gap. Frequently used by motorcyclists who ride in rainy weather.

[@peterlovett5841]

Regarding helmets back in the 1960s' an Australian racing driver called Frank Matich was the first importer for Bell Helmets into Australia. When people questioned him about the price, which was quite a bit more than other helmets at the time, he responded, "If you have a $20 head you will put it in a $20 helmet." He sold heaps of Bell Helmets.

[@arthuralford]

In the States, it's "If you have a $10 head, wear a $10 helmet." Bell Helmets started using this back in the 50's when most helmets were very cheap, and Bell came in with a safer one that was more expensive

[@TTRacingYT]

My helmet before this is a Bell. Unfortunately it was a bit bulky and no hans posts so I needed a new one despite it only being a couple of years old.

[@peterlovett5841]

@@TTRacingYT Thanks for the reply. I wasn't thinking that you should get a Bell, merely that in the 1960s' in Australia there wasn't a lot on offer until Matich started importing them. Best wishes for your future racing - I have always like open wheelers rather than the ubiquitous tin tops.

[@t1hero]

Very good episode! Notes from when I took my race license: (many years ago, so I don't know what is truth but this is how I remember it) 1. The HANS needs a bit of tuning with you strapped in and an expert checking the angles or it might rip your neck. 2. They disqualify your suit if it get oil on it. (You can obviously wash it, but it's a race day ruined unless you have a spare) 3. Any modification of the safety equipment must be done by a pro. (Including sponsor patches on the suit and stickers on the helmet)

[@farr1260]

Loving the series so far! Can't wait to see more

[@christophfriedrich5092]

Looking forward to see your first race on this channel. Really love the way you explain stuff. Especially when you, like me, are a motorsport fan since your childhood.

[@tonyscott6162]

One of the biggest problems I had with the Hans was the belts slipping off until someone told me where the shoulder belts mount behind seat cross the belts, so the Left belt mounts to the Right bracket etc, never had a problem after that.

[@gcm747]

If you’re looking for a HANS device, it’s important to note there are differences in the ‘recline’ angle. For most closed car applications a 20 degree recline angle suits. For open wheelers the recline angle increases to 30 degrees to suit the much more laid down driving position.

[@scottjacobsen2889]

Good on you man! These videos are so informative and interesting. It great that you are taking the time to share this stuff with others.

[@killerb3609]

love this channel. happy to watch along the way as events happen.

[@jaredhuang2225]

First time you see a fire on track (not even in your own car) you'll be glad you spent the money.

[@BMC1100]

When CAMS came up with the 5 year use-by date on belts they admitted (under duress) that there was no actual data to support their claims. But still... The big problem with a fixed period like 5 years is that you usually only get 4 years. (I bet the shop still has 2022 belts on the shelf) Helmets at the top levels can be worse because sometimes they want a standards date and not a manufactured date. In two years time they may want the 2025 standard and not the 2020.

[@karliskalviss1381]

Lad explaining did a good job. Amazing video.

[@WhiteLNF09]

First time ever seeing your videos(last 3) and i gotta say the detail you put into them is top notch. Thank you for some entertaining and informational videos!!👍

[@rampp17]

all the stuff is for your safety and your health! many forget that. therefore it is better to spend more money and then save a little longer for the car (or motorbike). if you have the first accident and you need all the things, you are glad to have spent so much money! your health is the most important thing so everything done right!

[@benshakespeare268]

Definitely a good move going with the lighter weight helmet. Those G's x laps add up quick!

[@tomreid15]

The visor is fogging up because you are stationary. You never see drivers sitting there with their visors closed unless they have a helmet fan pumping air into the helmet. Once your out on track there should be enough airflow to run it closed.

[@prongATO]

Still super excited for you! Thanks for making the videos and sharing.

[@garagebuilt4542]

I love your content dude, I hope to one day purchase an open wheeled car as well. You’ve earned yourself a sub 👍🏻

[@SabotageDesigns]

We use anti fog spray in our early Karting days but you can shop around for dark or iridium visors which will help you with low sun settings and come with anti fog technology built in

[@langsor]

Awesome content. It got me to sub to this channel. Thank you for taking us along for the ride.

[@Tontisimo]

Posting for the algorithm. Great content, keep it up! Would love to hear about racing leagues and how you practice at some point in the future. Cheers.

[@drcat7908]

yes i love this series please keep uploading

[@tiagogoncalves-lisboa376]

For the visor ( i know its not motorsport things but Muc off make a visor defog spray which makes the visor less likely to fog up

[@MrGuyGoneGamer]

Been following along in your journey. Checking in again! Thank you for sharing your progress!

[@lloydnoz7093]

for me, i race motorcycles but to keep my visor clear i just leave it open a bit and it works just fine

[@awood12345]

I don't know what the rules are for cars but to stop fogging in a motorbike helmet racing I've always used a 'respro foggy' mask and it has never failed me. It directs the air down and out the lid. Remember to keep all the vents closed so no water gets in. Also wear a beanie hat if it looks like rain during the raceday to keep your hair dry.

[@agentcopilot1]

i like how his channel name is TTR which is like GTR

[@TTRacingYT]

One of my early logo options was quite like the skyline GT-R logo.

[@poida97]

What karting were you doing Michael? I haven’t bumped into you at EC, the Farm, Lithgow etc. Anyway a quick note to thank you for opening my eyes to F1000, now in my 40's I had been thinking about what full size racing to look into, an older radical was looking okay but still not quite what I was after. The F1000 cars look like a great option. And with yours having a 1300, it will be so well suited to the long SMSP straight!

[@dylanchairez7631]

When my visor fogs up I crack it a little to let air come through. it does the trick

[@gonegliding2966]

Interesting hearing about the safety gear. All in all not too bad price wise considering what you've got. When it comes to seat belts, providing there are no restrictions on hardware (buckles etc), consider having them rewebbed rather than replacing as a whole.

[@bobara7782]

Amazing video

[@Meister_Dwight]

visor fog will clear up as soon as you start driving and get air going through the vents.

[@stevesloan6775]

That all came across super informative. Great content

[@ICYFOXY123]

usually only fogs up when still because when racing there will be an airflow

[@matthewb9549]

Check to see if your helmet has a removable lower chin flap. Mine would cause the visor to fog until I removed it.

[@bend.7378]

great series. Those tyres do look pretty worn tho, might also need replacing

[@Lordy23]

People going through midlife crises go and buy cabriolets, real men buy open wheelers haha , Don't worry about what anyone else thinks , just go and do what you love

[@SamHou32]

Great channel, I’m also going to buy a set of safety gear for next years race. When I read the AASA regulation they mention a SFI approval requirement rather than FIA, not sure how these translate to one other?

[@N4no_Oof]

Maybe put a tiny hole in the visor to prevent fogging

[@Apple_Beshy]

Good don't cheap out on any safety gear and of course only buy the established brand, because some random brand might rip you off

[@deckape714]

Love this keep it up

[@TTRacingYT]

Thanks very much!

[@chippyjohn1]

Been enjoying the videos mate. How old and how tall are you if you dont mind me asking? Im working on my first experimental helicopter with about the same power, it too uses a Suzuki engine very similar to the hayabusa. Been looking at fireproof clothing and maybe a helmet. Technology and our access to it now is remarkable.

[@BMC1100]

You will find that the visor doesn't fog up once you start moving.

[@silasmayes7954]

Definitely let us know what you use to prevent fog. I've never seen anything that works well

[@benclimo461]

Not sure if it's legal on a race car but for motorcycles we have pinlock which is a cover/film on the inside which massively helps.

[@Sim784]

Pinlock visors do wonders

[@FactionalSky]

3k is a pretty cheap life insurance. It's something you hope to never need but def want to have if otherwise.

[@verdeboyo]

Yeah motor racing gear becomes very expensive when it has to be fire proof and the difference between say a fireproof Arai GP6/7 is doubled. You should try get a sponsor deal how ever small it'll help

[@PatrickMonitore]

Gosh so expensive in Australia. Its much cheaper in germany

[@enixityn]

Just so you know theres another item instead of the hans called hybrid witch will help from sideways impact as its like the hans but straps around your arms

[@ninacossetto2283]

why did you buy a HANS with an inclination of 20 degrees and you intend to drive a single seater or a prototype? 20 degrees It's a car model and you only needed 30 degrees. It is a gross mistake of the seller who had to mention it! Prices very high. nice video by the way, I enjoyed it, greetings!

[@Olof123]

How is it NSW with hand restraints? Most of the tracks I have been in the US have it mandated for the open cockpit cars.

[@TTRacingYT]

I guess I'll find out, but going by the fact the other cars in FRCA don't have them plus we do have the HANS I think it will be ok.

[@wbeel]

Interesting, your head almost fully blocks the air intake at the top. Is that the case for everyone, or are you just taller than the average person? I also wondered whether that same air intake has some kind of rollhoop. If you happen to roll over, it looks like your helmet will be pretty close to the ground.

[@TTRacingYT]

I'm definitely taller than most race car drivers. I can slide a little lower than that pic. Roll hoop is inside the fibreglass bodywork, there's a bit more clearance than it looks to my head.

[@ICYFOXY123]

bro went to the same store as me lol

[@alxcastro95]

I cried when i bought omp gp k helmets... I thought i spend a lo hahahha😅 i wanned the gp r but i will do just karting so with the money i sabe i bought a black visor, a must for sunny days

[@TTRacingYT]

I added a tinted visor too. I figured it would be a lot better than squinting.

[@deckape714]

Dude love ur ending (me 2)

[@InternetAnylitics]

love the content W

[@gustavogago3259]

This man has every f1 tshirt😂

[@LittleJimmyR]

I know my safety stuff was around 5000... so expensive

[@aL3891_]

i know you're a big boy and all that but i can help feeling a little bit worried that you'll hurt yourself doing racing, please do be careful :)

[@SFH_Jenkins]

Always remember: there is no such thing as "overdressed"!

[@LittleJimmyR]

SFi belts and windown nets are dated to 2 years.. huh

[@Narrative_Odyssey]

F I A please...

[@briancorrell]

Do you own every F1 team's polo 🤣

[@TTRacingYT]

Not quite but I'm gaining more over time. Some got some alpha tauri gear to commemorate Daniel Ricciardo's return.

[@fofge221]

Velomobile is like a brokei f1 car

[@therealf.b.i9468]

Did you called FIA Fea? 😂😂😂

[@Service_John]

Second😂

[@HEKTIC458]

Stay away from second hand helmets.

[@Lukylbc]

first

[@LostCloudx4]

WTF! crazy mentally accepting prices like that for that shit... "incase" jfc half of thailand rides motorbikes with no helmet gloves shoes nothing! there's being safe... then theres a fkn joke

[@TTRacingYT]

You tell 'em, buddy! And while you're at it, tell the people who run the circuits to let everyone compete there without helmets so we can all save some cash.

[@BenYarmis]

Definitely not a professional and not sure if the helmet in the shot is the one you bought, but the helmet looked too big, at least to my eye

[@benclimo461]

It's difficult to say, I'm not sure if it's the same as motorcycle helmets but quite often different sized helmets can have different inners such as the polystyrene. This allows the helmet shell to only have 3 different sizes while the inner can be 8.

[@TTRacingYT]

A professional helped me size it. It's spot on.

[@gcm747]

Sparco helmets often appear to have a bigger outer shell than their actual fitment size would suggest. If you put a medium Sparco next to my medium Bell RS7 Pro the Sparco will be physically bigger but have a similar fit when worn.

[@Cynderfan35]

@@TTRacingYT I remember when went to get myself a helmet for go kart hobby, the moment enter the official store that has all Sparco gear there, i was given very good service and they helped me pick the right one for hobbyist + that it fits perfectly. it looks smaller than is but very safe.

[@Scorpdashoota]

that helmet is so sexy!

[@mintgoldheart6126]

I never thought I'd ever hear FIA pronouced as a word lol.

[@BradenWilliams18]

Threw me off every time.

[@snail3]

i heard it a lot

[@gkazup]

probably depends where you are from, I'm used to hear it like that a lot

[@alkanoid8017]

FIA is a acronym

[@janosch8145]

In Germany we often pronounce FIA as a word, fully knowing that it is an acronym