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8/8/09, 2:25 PM   #2
Re: "So you think you've got a pretty good helmet , huh ?"
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Originally Posted by pgray View Post
When Michael Schumacher makes his Formula One return later this month ,
he will be wearing a Schuberth helmet costing $ 17,228.00 US ( 12,000 euros ).

The helmet is a revised model of the one worn by Felipe Massa when he was hit in the left side visor area by a rear spring lost from another car.
The impact to his head ( by the spring ) was estimated at 163 mph ( 265 kph ).

The helmet was naturally credited with saving Massa's life.

I thought my helmet was pretty good at $ 765.00 !
Maybe it's time for everyone to rethink what their head is worth !


Well said PG...thats always a Safety issue!!.....n' makin sure you're Brain Bucket is top of line,safety wise!!...replacing it when called for or outdated!!....food for thought....Got a $10.00 head??...get a $10.00 Helmet!!.......
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