NHRA minimum rating is still Snell 85 and yes it is phased out next year. You should be able to buy Snell2000 helmets now.
M rated helmets M95 etc are tested on flat surfaces such as concrete and have a nylon lining.
SA rated helmets SA95 etc are tested on round surfaces such as roll bars and have a cotten lining.
Other than that, the brand you chose is up to you. As long as there is a snell rating inside the helmet it will pass a tech inspection. A $80 M95 helmet will do the same job as a $400 SA95 and since you don't require an SA rated helmet you can save some money.
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Stephen's racing page
and check out the
race car
87 IROC-Z Pro ET Bracket Race Car
383 stroker (carbed) with double hump cast iron heads and pump gas
461 Big Block installed and ready for the 2001 racing season
Best results before the 383 blew up
Best ET on a time slip: 11.857 altitude corrected to 11.163
Best MPH on a time slip: 117.87 altitude corrected to 126.10
Altitude corrected rear wheel HP based on power to weight ratio: 476.5
Best 60 foot: 1.662
Racing at 3500 feet elevation but most race days it's over 5000 feet density altitude!
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Calgary Drag Racing Association
87 IROC bracket car, 91 454SS daily driver, 95 Homebuilt Harley
