grantar2

I'll start by saying I know a HANS would be the best choice. Having said that my car has yet to turn a wheel on a track (Curse this raining every weekend) and when it does I am likely to be some time at level 1 or 2 of HPDE events. I am considering a foam collar as some claim it reduces neck fatigue. I consider it less of a safety device and more of a comfort aid.

Anyone here use a foam horse collar, or have used a foam collar? Interested if you think it helps, doesn't help, etc.

Thanks

Art

Bill Dearborn

They really do help support the neck. You need one if you are going to spend a lot of time on a tight race course. A number of years ago I ran an event on the Pocono North Course. After close to 5 hours of track time I hurt from the hands all the way to the base of the skull. It was all I could do to drive the 2 hours back home. The next year I had Simpson collar and didn't have the pain anymore.

Bill

ssdeuce

I bought one when I was dirt racing to try out. I put it on got strapped in and by the time it came for me to get on the track I pulled it off and threw it out the window. I just couldn't stand it around my neck. It's not going to act as a head and neck restraint at all. A good full face helmet will help with forward movement of your head.

R Mackow

I use a collar but no Hans device. A friend had clipped a wall a couple of years ago and the lower edge of the helmet hit a collar bone and severely bruised it.

Lan.Jet

I started using a Simpson collar and besides safety it helps keep your head up in the correct position. I now use both a Hans and a collar.

jaa1992

One I first started HPDE I didn't have one and after a weekend my neck was sore. I bought one a few years ago and after my first event I was sold. It does reduce my neck fatigue - sometimes you'll see me in the paddock without my helmet and I'll be wearing it.

CHJ In Virginia

They definitely help with neck strain. Think that the head weighs approx 15 lbs and a helmet 3 lbs or so depending on variety. A lot for the neck muscles to support in high G track situations. The foam collars are NOT a safety device - comfort only.

grantar2

Anybody who uses a foam neck collar have a brand they didn't like. Or a Brand they prefer and the reason?

Thanks
Again

Aardwolf

I use one and like others above found that it helps my neck fatigue. I specifically picked a Simpson model that had a fire rating. The cost wasn't much more.

CodeBlack

I purchased the Sparco and it has help with getting the strain off my neck

GettReal

Yep, I use one every session and also dont feel neck fatigue. They are cheap so why not.

eogel

I have one and you can buy it very cheaply and pay PayPal fee. I now use a Hans. Believe it is a Simpson, will have to check the shop tomorrow. It may still be in the plastic bag.

If you are interested, respond to eogel@nc.rr.com

Ed

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