Helmet, suit regs - Drifting forum

ryanwylie · 01-08-2007, 23:03

What are the regulations for helmets, suits, boots, cages, car specs etc. Im sure there is a thread on here somewhere, just cant seem to see it.

Thanks
Ryan

sideways.taff · 01-08-2007, 23:25

They're Eurodrift regs Chunky. EDC regs are:

4-19. Drivers must wear approved fire protective apparel and safety device/s with a minimum equipment level of: Crash helmet (open face helmets are allowed although we recommend full face), racing overalls, racing boots, gloves and balaclava. Optional equipment recommendation: Fire proof undergarments and HANS device

Crash helmets must bear one of the following standards: FIA8860-2004, SNELL SA2005, SNELL SA2000, SFI 31.1A. 31.2A, BS6658 Type A/FR, BS6658-85 Type A.

NO other helmet standards are allowed – helmets made to these standards are advertised at under £60 from a motorsport mail order retailer – EDC scrutineer can provide a link if requested.

Helmets must have a non removable blue foil sticker confirming their suitability for motorsport – these will be applied by the championship scrutineer after inspection (for a small fee - £1) this will ensure pit lane officials can quickly check that unsuitable helmets are not used on the track.

Overalls must have labels confirming they conform to one of the following: FIA1986 , FIA8856-2000 , EN533:1995 index 3 , BSEN533 or BS6249 part1 index A or B ( NOT index C).

As a competitor you are reminded to ensure that your crash helmet is a correct fitment and of a usable standard and condition.

chunk · 01-08-2007, 23:38

Dammit!! sorry guys, lil bit too much vokda tonight haha!

**SteveC200** · 02-08-2007, 06:16

EDC RULES & REGS

scrutineer · 02-08-2007, 08:33

well looks the questions been answered while i was asleep

thanks

the only thing i can add is for the helmet standards

the BS labels are generally on the outside at the back
the Snell labels are always stuck behind the lining on the inside - they can be a bu66er to find . they are a metallic orange/gold label about 2.5 inches long with SA2000 or SA2005 on them

whatever you do never buy a helmet on the word of the bloke in the shop - always ask them to show you the label is actually there.......every year we get loads of people that come along with a new helmet bought like that and have to be told its no good . Many helmets are built in different ways to motorsport helmets and are just not suitable.
and finally on helmets: beware of the motorcross helmets - I have never seen one thats got the right test sticker so unless someone makes one thats got the right test they are not allowed in EDC ( and never will)

Ryan - anything your not sure of - PM me / email me or ask in here ....always happy to answer questions

Marc

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01-08-2007, 23:25	#2 (permalink)
sideways.taff -NightWalkers- Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: West Wales Posts: 5,177	They're Eurodrift regs Chunky. EDC regs are: 4-19. Drivers must wear approved fire protective apparel and safety device/s with a minimum equipment level of: Crash helmet (open face helmets are allowed although we recommend full face), racing overalls, racing boots, gloves and balaclava. Optional equipment recommendation: Fire proof undergarments and HANS device Crash helmets must bear one of the following standards: FIA8860-2004, SNELL SA2005, SNELL SA2000, SFI 31.1A. 31.2A, BS6658 Type A/FR, BS6658-85 Type A. NO other helmet standards are allowed – helmets made to these standards are advertised at under £60 from a motorsport mail order retailer – EDC scrutineer can provide a link if requested. Helmets must have a non removable blue foil sticker confirming their suitability for motorsport – these will be applied by the championship scrutineer after inspection (for a small fee - £1) this will ensure pit lane officials can quickly check that unsuitable helmets are not used on the track. Overalls must have labels confirming they conform to one of the following: FIA1986 , FIA8856-2000 , EN533:1995 index 3 , BSEN533 or BS6249 part1 index A or B ( NOT index C). As a competitor you are reminded to ensure that your crash helmet is a correct fitment and of a usable standard and condition.

01-08-2007, 23:38	#3 (permalink)
chunk Lt Dan Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Leicester Posts: 3,638	Dammit!! sorry guys, lil bit too much vokda tonight haha!

02-08-2007, 06:16	#4 (permalink)
SteveC200 talent bypass Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Essex Posts: 5,990	EDC RULES & REGS

02-08-2007, 08:33	#5 (permalink)
scrutineer spl dori master Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: sussex Posts: 253	well looks the questions been answered while i was asleep thanks the only thing i can add is for the helmet standards the BS labels are generally on the outside at the back the Snell labels are always stuck behind the lining on the inside - they can be a bu66er to find . they are a metallic orange/gold label about 2.5 inches long with SA2000 or SA2005 on them whatever you do never buy a helmet on the word of the bloke in the shop - always ask them to show you the label is actually there.......every year we get loads of people that come along with a new helmet bought like that and have to be told its no good . Many helmets are built in different ways to motorsport helmets and are just not suitable. and finally on helmets: beware of the motorcross helmets - I have never seen one thats got the right test sticker so unless someone makes one thats got the right test they are not allowed in EDC ( and never will) Ryan - anything your not sure of - PM me / email me or ask in here ....always happy to answer questions Marc