LRRS bans HJC CS, CL from race series.

**Cajun** · 11th August 2006, 09:26

Interesting article i picked up from a usa bike site

LRRS (Loudon Road Race Series) are banning certian model HJC model helmets, due to fact they cause they caused more serious head injurys(even in minor crashes)

This only realed to the CS and CL series not the AC.
This is due to the cs and cl being 'plastic' shells and the AC is made fibreglass

full story here
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=25781

**svs** · 11th August 2006, 10:16

shaun posted this a while back....

**Cajun** · 11th August 2006, 10:55

ahhhh must have missed it

**Squeak the Rat** · 11th August 2006, 11:46

There were two HJC helmets temporarily banned from the LRRS (Loudon Road Race Series) in the states due to a high representation in head injuries over a five race period. HJC are the largest selling helmet in the states, so maybe more riders were wearing them.....

What I find interesting in relation to the article referenced by Jim2 is that one of the two HJC helmets that were banned is SNELL approved (the CL model I believe). If polycarbs are shit, then how did it pass the rigurous SNELL tests? Either the helmet is is good, or the SNELL standard itself is shit......

See this thread for some interesting discussion on Snell ratings.....
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...t=29306&page=3

**Steam** · 11th August 2006, 12:29

I have the HJC CS, should I really think seriously about getting a new helmet, or is it a tiny risk when compared to cellphone-absorbed SUV drivers?

**Wasp** · 11th August 2006, 13:24

f*ck me.... i have a cs-12.......

**sugilite:Me** · 11th August 2006, 14:00

whew, I have a AC10.
I've never been a fan of poly carbs

**Skunk** · 11th August 2006, 15:31

I have a CS12 too. Got it for a good price from WMCC. I only got it because it's the only affordable green helmet I can find.
I don't see a problem with cheap helmets as long as they meet the standards.
If you can afford an expensive helmet get one. They are quieter (hearing), lighter (neck strain), generally better venting and more comfortable.

**Squeak the Rat** · 11th August 2006, 15:47

When I briefly looked at this I came to the conclusion that it "could" be simply because these helmets were commonly used, therefore had higher injury rates. Not sure if I missed anything though or if something else came to light.

In regards to the safety standards, if it's rated it should be good enough in a crash. See Jims post in the link i put on before - it's an article that suggests the flash Snell rated helmets might not be as safe as the often-cheaper DOT rated ones.

PS - of course if your helmets over 5 years old or been dropped then yes you should look at replacing it.

**Smokin** · 11th August 2006, 16:03

Originally Posted by Wasp

f*ck me.... i have a cs-12.......

Arrrr crap, so do I

**The_Dover** · 11th August 2006, 16:14

I wouldn't shit your drawers about it ladies.

Polycarbonate is an amazing material and it's penetration resistance is incredible. The problem may arise from the energy absorbtion (which is required to stop you rattling your brain) polycarbonate is an extremely elastic material whereas the carbon fiber lids will split and dissipate the energy the polycarb will more than likely deflect transferring the energy to the shell liner. If the foam and shit inside the helmet is properly designed to absorb energy then there shouldn't be a huge issue.

And when it comes to penetration resistance give me polycarb anytime.