What brands and models of racing helmets were used on the European racing and rallye circuit of the 1960's and 1970's?
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What brands and models of racing helmets were used on the European racing and rallye circuit of the 1960's and 1970's?
Pretty much exclusively Bell, at least in Formula 1 and 2. Until Simpson came along in the early eighties, Bell was in a class of its own.
Thanks David. Was thinking more from a 911 perspective. Were Italian AGV helmets popular at this time?
Several F1 drivers wore Buco helmets in the 60s, including Clark and Stewart.
AGV were popular in the 70s- Lauda, Regazzoni, Alan Jones etc...
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Jon B.
Vista, CA
Vic Elford and Jo Siffert wearing Buco helmets in the 60s.Quote:
Originally Posted by tomlin
Siffert switched to a closed Bell helmet in the 70s.
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Jon B.
Vista, CA
Many thanks Jon.
Is that a Buco logo I see?
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Not in a Porsche, but with an AGV helmet.
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Emerson Fittipaldi in the 70's...Quote:
Originally Posted by tomlin
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Alan Jones
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Drivers often switched helmet brands, though.
Jon B.
Vista, CA
Jim Clark
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Clark also wore Bell and Les Leston helmets earlier in his career.
Jon B
Vista, CA