[F500] My .02 - neck support

[Jamie Clark]

On Wed, 7 Aug 2002, Cory McLeod wrote:

> Bryan,
>  
> I have been using a HANS device for the past 2 seasons.  I can't attest to
> it's performance because I've never has a major collision, but it's simple
> to use and actually makes my belts more comfortable.  Look at
> www.hansdevice.com <http://www.hansdevice.com> .  You can choose from
> several models based on your seating position in car.  I sit almost
> completely horizontal. 
>  
> The only drawback to the HANS is the price.  When I bought mine, they told
> me they were exploring different construction options that would
> significantly lower the cost - maybe it's gone down.  They also have used
> ones sometimes.

Life is priceless!

Like Cory, I been using HANS Device for almost two years now.

I did had a about 80-85 MPH head on shunt in Formula Mazda against tire
wall/concrete barrier and the HANS Device worked great.  Absolute zero
soreness in my neck.  Also no bruise in body at all.  The only
after-effects of that shunt is slight headache in my forehead due to brain
slamming against the skull part, it lasted one week then I am all fine.

However I cannot imagine having brain slamming against skull in higher
speed head on shunt like over 130 MPH or so... but that is better than
having baslar skull fracture...

	Jamie

> Best of luck!
>  
> Cory
>  
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: BRYAN POWELL [mailto:BPOWELLIII at msn.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, August 06, 2002 11:35 PM
> To: f500 at www.f500.org
> Subject: Re: [F500] My .02
> 
> 
> Jeremy, Could you make some recommendations of Neck Supports that will work
> with our type of cars?
> I have talked to several race shops here in the Charlotte, NC area and the
> only thing they have is for 
> upright seating possitons, you know Nascar Heaven.
>  
> Thanks Bryan Powell
> P3 Racing
> Charlotte, NC
>  
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Jeremy Swank
> Sent: Tuesday, August 06, 2002 9:08 PM
> To: f500 at www.f500.org
> Subject: [F500] My .02
>  
> 
> Jose,
> 
> I started when I was 27 and am somewhat competitive in a tough division.
> However, it does irk me when the kids show up out of karts and kick my butt.
> 
> I owe my a$$ to Simpson belts and my Bell helmet after my crunch this year.
> Look into a neck device, trust me on this.
> 
> The St. Louis area has Gateway, you just missed the National there.  You get
> the opportunity to play with Rusty, Jack, and Kenny among others and will
> definitely know where you stand against anyone in the country.
> 
> If you get a chance come to the Runoffs and look around.  You will learn a
> ton, but keep in mind that it is a serious time.
> 
> Speaking of the Runoffs, I am going to try and handle most of the
> responsiblity for the party (OK Julie?) as I will have some free time due to
> my rehab.  Couple questions:  Is everyone OK with Pizza and beer/pop or do
> we want something more/better?  What is a fair contribution amount for this
> by everyone attending?  Is the Fine Line Racing tent available again or do
> we have another volunteer?  Keep your ideas inb mind and email me publically
> or privately.
> 
> Play Safe
> 
> Jeremy Swank
> KBS #72 on the DL
> 
> 
> 
> 
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        Jamie Clark