Are there any restrictions on open face helmets at our southern drag strips and any of the autox or willow springs etc.?

I want an open face for drag racing at least

I doubt it.
Thats what I have, Kevin has the same. Seen guys auto-x'ing with that style.

Well my wife just got me a G-force GF750 for Chrismas.
What a surprise it will be!

The only restriction I know of is for motorcycles, they must have a full-face helmet. Otherwise, check the NHRA rulebook. There might be something at the 10 or 9 second level.

Here's what the rule book says, looks like we're cool with open face helmets unless you go pro:


10.7 HELMETS & GOGGLES

As outlined under Class Requirements, drivers in all classes must wear a helmet meeting SNELL or SFI Specifications or BSI BS 6658-85 type A (including all amendments) Specs.

SFI Spec 31.1 = SNELL SA, open-face helmet.

SFI Spec 31.2 = SNELL SA, full-face helmet.

SFI Spec 41.1 = SNELL M, open-face helmet.

SFI Spec 41.2 = SNELL M, full-face helmet.

Drivers of ET cars (13.99 or quicker) must use a helmet meeting SNELL 85, 90, 95 or SFI 31.1, 31.2, 41.1, or 41.2 Specs. Exception : drivers of open bodied, supercharged, front-engine cars must use a helmet meeting SNELL SA90, SA95 or SFI 31.1 or 31.2 Specs. Effective 1-1-2002, the acceptance of SNELL 85 helmets will be discontinued.

Drivers in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car must use a helmet meeting SNELL SA90, SA95 or SFI 31.2 Specs, except as noted under Class Requirements. Effective 1-1-2002, the acceptance of SA90 helmets will be discontinued. See Class Requirements.

Drivers of any open bodied car wearing an "open face" helmet, must wear protective goggles. Modifications to helmet/visor/shield are prohibited. All helmets must have the appropriate certification sticker affixed inside the helmet.